Construction Superintendent BESS

Hydrogen Group; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 49,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Hydrogen Group seeks a Construction Superintendent for utility-scale BESS projects in Denver, CO. You will lead field construction focusing on mechanical and electrical installation, QA/QC, safety, and coordination with EPC contractors.

This on-site role reports to the onsite Construction Manager and ensures work meets drawings, codes, and commissioning requirements. You will oversee field activities, drive safety, manage daily coordination among EPCs, subcontractors, and vendors, and support

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of construction field experience on utility-scale energy projects, including at least 2 years in a superintendent or field supervisory role.
• Direct experience on BESS, solar, substation, or other utility-scale renewable construction projects preferred.
• Experience managing EPC contractors and subcontractors in a field environment.
• OSHA 30 certification required or obtained within a set timeframe of hire.

Responsibilities

• Oversee field construction activities on utility-scale BESS projects, with a focus on mechanical and electrical installation
• Provide QA/QC oversight to confirm work meets project specifications, engineering drawings, codes, and standards
• Drive safety compliance across all field activities
• Coordinate EPC contractors and manage day-to-day field execution
• Serve as the primary field representative for construction execution and quality management
• Coordinate daily activities between EPC contractors, subcontractors, vendors, inspectors, and project stakeholders through all phases of construction
• Ensure construction work supports commissioning requirements
• Report to and support the onsite Construction Manager

Skills

Field leadership

QA/QC

Safety compliance

Reading drawings

Electrical installation

Mechanical installation

Coordination of EPCs

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Job description

Location: Denver, CO
Duration: 12-Month Contract
Pay Rate: $35.50 - $39.50/hr

Position Summary

Our client is a leading energy utility delivering utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects. They seek a Construction Superintendent to lead field construction, focusing on mechanical and electrical installation, QA/QC oversight, safety compliance, and EPC contractor coordination. Reporting to an onsite Construction Manager, the Superintendent serves as the primary field representative for construction execution and quality management, ensuring all work is completed safely and efficiently, in line with project specifications, engineering drawings, codes, standards, and commissioning requirements.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Oversee field construction activities on utility-scale BESS projects, with a focus on mechanical and electrical installation
• Provide QA/QC oversight to confirm work meets project specifications, engineering drawings, codes, and standards
• Drive safety compliance across all field activities
• Coordinate EPC contractors and manage day-to-day field execution
• Serve as the primary field representative for construction execution and quality management
• Coordinate daily activities between EPC contractors, subcontractors, vendors, inspectors, and project stakeholders through all phases of construction
• Ensure construction work supports commissioning requirements
• Report to and support the onsite Construction Manager

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent field experience considered
• 5+ years of construction field experience on utility-scale energy projects, including at least 2 years in a superintendent or field supervisory role
• Direct experience on BESS, solar, substation, or other utility-scale renewable construction projects strongly preferred
• Experience managing EPC contractors and subcontractors in a field environment
• OSHA 30 certification required or obtained within a set timeframe of hire

Knowledge/Skills

• Strong working knowledge of mechanical and electrical installation for BESS components, including battery enclosures, inverters/PCS, medium-voltage equipment, and associated foundations and cabling
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and single-line diagrams
• Familiarity with NEC, NFPA 855, OSHA standards, and other applicable codes for energy storage construction
• Solid understanding of QA/QC processes, inspections, punch lists, and documentation
• Knowledge of construction-to-commissioning handover processes
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple contractors and stakeholders on site
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and construction management or scheduling tools
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions and on an active construction site