Construction Manager (Solar EPC)

Primoris-Services-Corporatio; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 130,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

PTO

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K matching

Job summary

Primoris Renewable Energy is seeking a Construction Manager to lead field execution on utility-scale solar projects, ensuring safety, quality, and on-time delivery. You will align mobilization, planning, and execution with the Project Execution Plan, monitor production and cost against budget, and enforce EPC contract requirements on site.

The role requires a strong on-site presence, subcontractor oversight, and collaboration with project managers, engineers and client representatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related discipline preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Minimum of 10+ years of progressively responsible construction experience.
• Prior experience on utility-scale solar or renewable energy projects preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for safe, high-quality field execution and adherence to schedule and budget.
• Lead pre-planning, mobilization, and execution in line with the Project Execution Plan (PEP).
• Monitor production, cost performance, and compliance with EPC contract requirements.
• Manage subcontractor performance, safety, and quality controls.
• Support commissioning, closeout, and demobilization activities.
• Coach and mentor field staff and ensure supervisors develop their teams.

Skills

Field leadership

Safety culture

Execution planning

Cost awareness

Client management

Communication

MS Office

Organization

Accounting basics

Construction drawings

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Visio

Job description

Job Overview:JOB OVERVIEW:The Construction Manager (CM) is a key leadership role responsible for the safe, high-quality contractually and engineering compliant construction on-time, and financially successful execution of utility-scale renewable energy projects. The CM plays a central role throughout the full project lifecycle—from pre-construction planning and mobilization through construction execution, commissioning, closeout, and demobilization.Working in close partnership with the Project Manager (PM) and Assistant Project Manager (APM), the Construction Manager leads field execution, drives on-time production performance, safeguards project scope, and serves as the primary on-site client interface.KEY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES:Provide leadership for safe, high-quality, and efficient field execution.Lead pre-planning, mobilization, and execution in alignment with the Project Execution Plan (PEP). Ensures project teams are aligned on execution strategy, risks, opportunities, logistics, staffing, and production plans prior to mobilization.Maintain strong and consistent field presence to audit work activities and engage crews.Champion PRE safety culture and ensure compliance with Standard Work Instructions, Job Hazard Analysis, and Personal Protective Equipment requirements.Ensure all work meets engineering, contractual, owner, and internal quality requirements.Lead Plan of the Day (POD), weekly planning, and three-week look-ahead meetings.Review production, productivity, and cost performance against budget and schedule.Understands and enforces EPC contract requirements affecting construction execution.Share responsibility for project Profit & Loss (P&L) performance.Serve as the primary on-site point of contact for client representatives.Manage subcontractor performance, compliance, and recovery planning.Support commissioning, punch list, closeout, and demobilization activities.Provide leadership by coaching, mentoring and developing direct reports, as well as ensuring supervisors are coaching and mentoring their staff.SKILLS AND COMPETENCIESField leadership and team developmentSafety and quality culture leadershipExecution planning and production controlFinancial acumen and cost awarenessClient and stakeholder managementStrong communication and organizational skillsBASIC QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related discipline preferred; equivalent experience considered.Minimum of 10+ years of progressively responsible construction experience.Prior experience on utility-scale solar or renewable energy projects preferred.Strong understanding of EPC contracts, construction sequencing, and field execution.Valid driver’s license and an acceptable motor vehicle driving record (MVR).Interpersonal skills – Ability to supervise and present information to many employees.Working knowledge of construction equipment and their appropriate applications.Effective communication skills (oral, written, listening, presentation) to effectively work with owners, vendors, employees, landowners, etc.Computer literacy. This does not include knowledge of all software to be used, but the ability to learn to use efficiently the software which is in use. Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Visio).Organization skills. Scheduling, planning and prioritization.Accounting (math and record keeping).Intermediate construction drawing knowledge. Knowledge of drawing layouts, references, notes, and good practices associated with producing and reading construction drawings.Basic general construction knowledge of terminology, crafts, and documents.Ability to follow safety rules without cutting corners. To understand the intent of safety rules, not blindly adhering to the literal words of the rule.Must re-locate to the project site for the duration of each construction project they are assigned to.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Must comply with client safety requirements (e.g., clean-shaven, long sleeves, steel-toe boots).Must pass a physical exam if required.Able to:Climb and maintain balance on ladders, scaffolding, and stairways.Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and work at heights or in confined spaces (e.g., towers, vessels, excavations).Lift and carry up to 50 lbs. (Use assistance for heavier loads).Stand or walk for extended periods on uneven surfaces (dirt, concrete, asphalt, mud, gravel).Must be able to wear a respirator and other PPE when required.WORK LOCATION:Industrial construction sites and/or fabrication shops.MOBILITY BARRIERS:Uneven groundObstructed pathwaysWork at low/high elevationsConfined workspacesENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:Predominantly outdoor workExposure to:Extreme heat or coldHumidity, rain, and other weather conditionsLoud noise from tools and machineryPotential chemical exposurePAY EQUITY:$130,000 - $165,000 per yearPrimoris Renewable Energy provides the following compensation range and general description of other compensation and benefits that it in good faith believes it might pay and/or offer for this position. This compensation range is based on a full-time schedule. Primoris Renewable Energy reserves the right to ultimately pay more or less than the posted range and offer additional benefits and other compensation, depending on circumstances not related to an applicant’s sex or other status protected by local, state, or federal law.#LI-JF1Company Overview:Primoris Renewable Energy, a business within Primoris Services Corporation’s Energy segment, is a leading power generation engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) provider specializing in utility and commercial scale solar power, energy storage, solar repower, and operations and maintenance. Standing at the forefront of energy transformation, we are dedicated to doing the right thing for our customers, people, and planet – shaping a more sustainable future for generations to come.Benefits:Paid Company HolidaysPaid Time OffMedical, Dental, Vision, FSA/HSA, Short Term/Long Term Disability401K with matching contribution.EEO StatementWe are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Agency StatementWe are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms. For consideration in becoming an approved vendor, contact HR.Equal Opportunity EmployerThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.