Electrification Operations Manager, Solar Installations

NextGenEnergyJobs

Peoria (IL)

On-site

USD 95,000 - 135,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

NextGenEnergyJobs is seeking an Electrification Manager to lead multiple solar installation crews and inspection personnel. This role drives installation and inspection volume forecasts while upholding safety, quality, and customer satisfaction standards.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in construction with 2+ years in leadership, CPR/First Aid current, and strong data skills to forecast and report branch performance. A strong focus on teamwork and process improvement is essential.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a related field.
Minimum 5 years of construction experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership role (renewables a plus).
Valid state or local Electrical Journeyman and/or General Construction certification or license preferred. Depending on state requirements an Electrical Journeyman certification or license may be required.
Have CPR and First Aid certifications up to date and keep maintained for purposes of continued employment.
Managing and leading others: Builds a high performing, motivational environment through setting expectations, driving accountability, developing and empowering team members, and managing change.
Functional/technical expertise: Construction/electrical/PV installation knowledge, forecasting, data gathering and interpretation.

Responsibilities

Deliver against a committed installation and inspection volume forecast, with safety, customer satisfaction, quality, productivity, and cycle time metrics.
Ensure safety training and equipment for all branch team members.
Apply Best Practices consistently across branch operations.
Maintain excellent customer experience and escalate concerns; may include remove and replace projects.
Maintain knowledge of electrical/construction codes; act as construction SME for the branch.
Provide accurate installation forecasts and branch performance reporting; adjust capacity as needed.
Collaborate with Customer Success Specialist to ensure efficient execution of the construction schedule.
Organize crew structure and schedules for maximum productivity.
Conduct pre-construction reviews to determine resource requirements.
Communicate KPI targets and results; manage incentives and performance.
Lead training for field staff on safety, quality, customer service, efficiency and admin duties.
Conduct quality control and safety inspections and provide feedback to staff and departments.
Ensure projects are completed with high safety and quality standards.
Handle administrative duties: training docs, inspection docs, project docs, POs, timecards.
Conduct weekly safety Tool Box Talks on electrical safety practices, fall protection and PPE.