Construction Superintendent - Distributed Generation Solar

Kintec Global Recruitment; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Kintec Global Recruitment seeks an experienced Construction Superintendent to oversee field execution of distributed generation solar projects in the United States. You will manage daily site activities, coordinate EPC contractors and field personnel, and ensure work is safe and to project specifications.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in solar construction, site leadership experience, and the ability to travel between project sites.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of construction experience, preferably solar/renewable energy.
• Experience as Construction Superintendent, Site Superintendent, or Construction Manager.
• Experience with distributed generation, community solar, C&I solar, or small utility-scale solar.
• Ability to read construction drawings, site plans, electrical drawings, and project specs.
• Strong understanding of construction safety and quality requirements.
• Willingness to travel between project sites.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily construction activities across DG solar project sites.
• Coordinate EPC contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel.
• Monitor construction progress against project schedules and identify potential delays.
• Ensure work is completed in accordance with drawings, specifications, permits, and project requirements.
• Manage civil, mechanical, and electrical scopes throughout construction.
• Conduct regular site walks and monitor workmanship and overall construction quality.
• Support site safety expectations and ensure contractors comply with project HSE requirements.
• Coordinate deliveries, equipment, materials, and site logistics.
• Track RFIs, punch-list items, change orders, and field issues.
• Provide regular construction progress updates to the Project Manager and internal project team.
• Support commissioning, testing, punch-list completion, and project closeout.
• Manage multiple projects or sites as required.

Skills

Construction leadership

Reading drawings & specs

Subcontractor coordination

Safety compliance

Travel between sites

Job description

Working Location

United States (Travel Between Project Sites Required)

Employment Type

Contract (12 Months+)

Project Type

Position Overview

Seeking an experienced Construction Superintendent to oversee the field execution of distributed generation solar projects. Responsible for day-to-day site activities, coordinating contractors and subcontractors, monitoring schedule and quality, and ensuring projects are constructed safely and in accordance with project specifications.

Ideal candidates will have hands‑on experience managing the construction of commercial, industrial, community solar, or other distributed generation solar projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily construction activities across DG solar project sites.
• Coordinate EPC contractors, subcontractors, vendors, and field personnel.
• Monitor construction progress against project schedules and identify potential delays.
• Ensure work is completed in accordance with drawings, specifications, permits, and project requirements.
• Manage civil, mechanical, and electrical scopes throughout construction.
• Conduct regular site walks and monitor workmanship and overall construction quality.
• Support site safety expectations and ensure contractors comply with project HSE requirements.
• Coordinate deliveries, equipment, materials, and site logistics.
• Track RFIs, punch‑list items, change orders, and field issues.
• Provide regular construction progress updates to the Project Manager and internal project team.
• Support commissioning, testing, punch‑list completion, and project closeout.
• Manage multiple projects or sites as required.

Requirements

• 5+ years of construction experience, preferably within solar or renewable energy.
• Previous experience as a Construction Superintendent, Site Superintendent, Construction Manager, or similar field leadership role.
• Strong preference for experience with distributed generation, community solar, C&I solar, or small utility‑scale solar projects.
• Understanding of civil, structural, mechanical, and electrical solar construction.
• Experience managing subcontractors and coordinating multiple scopes of work.
• Ability to read construction drawings, site plans, electrical drawings, and project specifications.
• Strong understanding of construction safety and quality requirements.
• Comfortable working independently in a field‑based environment.
• Ability to travel between project sites as required.

Preferred Experience

• Ground‑mount and rooftop solar construction.
• Projects ranging from approximately 1 MW to 20 MW.
• Community solar and commercial/industrial projects.
• Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) experience is a plus.