Director, Solar Construction & Foundations

SOLV Energy, Inc.; Virginia; On-site; USD 172,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

SOLV Energy, Inc. seeks a Director of Solar Construction to oversee drilling and foundation activities for utility-scale solar projects.

This leadership role manages a professional team, coordinates with engineers, and drives safe, compliant project execution across SDI Services affiliates. The position requires extensive field experience, frequent travel, and a proven track record in solar construction, budgeting, scheduling, and stakeholder collaboration.

Qualifications

• Engineering, Construction Management or Architectural degree or equivalent experience.
• Field construction management experience (5-10 years, including supervisory skills).
• Extensive knowledge of solar construction techniques, equipment, and technology.
• Proficiency in project management, including budgeting and scheduling.
• Fundamental knowledge of contract law and project accounting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategies for efficient and effective foundation drilling for solar installations.
• Lead and manage a team of professionals, including engineers and construction workers.
• Collaborate with engineers and architects to design and plan foundation solutions.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations throughout project lifecycles.
• Monitor project budgets, timelines, and quality control.
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Implement best practices for solar construction to optimize project outcomes.
• Support Project Manager and Project Superintendent in delivering a successful project to our clients.
• Maintaining detailed daily construction records.
• Following project specifications and maintaining quality control records.
• Updating project schedules and cost tracking
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee solar projects from inception to completion.
• Conduct site assessments to determine project feasibility, logistics, and potential risks.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and contractors to develop solar plans and schedules.
• Supervise solar operations, ensuring adherence to safety standards and quality control.
• Monitor and report project progress, budget, and compliance with regulations.
• Act as the liaison between clients, subcontractors, and internal teams, fostering effective communication.
• Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.

Skills

Engineering background

Construction management

Leadership

Budgeting

Scheduling

Communication

Problem solving

Drafting

Computer skills

Education

Engineering/Construction Management/Architectural degree

Tools

CAD/Drafting software

Job description

SOLV Energy, Inc. seeks a Director of Solar Construction to oversee drilling and foundation activities for utility-scale solar projects.

This leadership role manages a professional team, coordinates with engineers, and drives safe, compliant project execution across SDI Services affiliates. The position requires extensive field experience, frequent travel, and a proven track record in solar construction, budgeting, scheduling, and stakeholder collaboration.