EPC Electrical Superintendent (Plymouth, NC)

SOLV Energy; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 107,757 - 140,084; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) plan

Vacation, sick and holiday pay

Job summary

SOLV Energy is seeking an Electrical Superintendent to oversee field construction on utility-scale solar and related infrastructure projects nationwide. The role emphasizes leadership, safety, scheduling, and coordination with Owners, Architects, Engineers, and subcontractors to ensure project success.

Applicants should have 5+ years of supervisory electrical construction experience, MV testing experience, and strong knowledge of OSHA/NFPA NEC/IEEE standards; a STSC certification is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of field construction experience at a supervisory level; 10 years preferred, with extensive electrical construction experience.
• Utility-scale solar construction experience is strongly preferred (minimum of 5 years).
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, NFPA 70E, NEC, and IEEE standards and codes.
• Demonstrated expertise in job scheduling, planning, expediting, and cost control.
• Prefer 5 years’ experience with medium-voltage (MV) testing and terminations.

Responsibilities

• Perform all Superintendent duties as needed and support all aspects of field operations.
• Enforce and model company safety procedures; lead by example and participate in all safety training and programs.
• Manage and maintain project schedules (CPM) to ensure timely, cost-effective completion.
• Review and interpret contracts, drawings, specifications, schedules, and submittals from preconstruction through project turnover.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with Owners, Architects, Engineers, and subcontractors.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and evaluate field personnel, including Assistant Superintendents, Foremen, and crew members.
• Foster leadership growth by assigning tasks, conducting performance evaluations, and providing constructive feedback.
• Coordinate and direct field construction activities for utility-scale solar projects, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and design standards.
• Oversee and manage multiple crews and subcontractors across various sites and regions as required.
• Ensure all work meets or exceeds specifications and quality control standards.
• Order and track materials, tools, and equipment in coordination with procurement teams to prevent delays and ‘crisis’ buying
• Prepare and maintain accurate project documentation, including daily reports, time sheets, and work orders
• Lead and attend pre-job, progress, and subcontractor coordination meetings.
• Support site teams with RFIs, submittals, commissioning, and start-up testing; ensure timely project close-out and Owner acceptance.
• Partner with site team to coordinate the delivery of materials, equipment, and resources.
• Proactively identify and resolve issues before they impact safety, schedule, or quality.
• Function as Solv Energy’s on-site liaison with Owners, subcontractors, and internal departments.
• Promote and maintain Solv Energy’s culture of teamwork, communication, and accountability.
• Lead and coordinate all electrical subcontractors, testing agencies, and commissioning teams
• Enforce Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and maintain a high standard of electrical safety
• Collaborate effectively with mechanical and civil teams to ensure a well-run, successful project
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Electrical construction

Field supervision

MV testing

SCADA systems

Safety compliance

Job description

SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designing, building and maintaining utility scale solar, battery storage and high voltage substation projects nationwide.

Job Description Summary:

The Electrical Superintendent will be responsible for supervision of electrical projects resulting in successful project completion.

Job Description:

• This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Perform all Superintendent duties as needed and support all aspects of field operations.
• Enforce and model company safety procedures; lead by example and participate in all safety training and programs.
• Manage and maintain project schedules (CPM) to ensure timely, cost-effective completion.
• Review and interpret contracts, drawings, specifications, schedules, and submittals from preconstruction through project turnover.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with Owners, Architects, Engineers, and subcontractors.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and evaluate field personnel, including Assistant Superintendents, Foremen, and crew members.
• Foster leadership growth by assigning tasks, conducting performance evaluations, and providing constructive feedback.
• Coordinate and direct field construction activities for utility-scale solar projects, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and design standards.
• Oversee and manage multiple crews and subcontractors across various sites and regions as required.
• Ensure all work meets or exceeds specifications and quality control standards.
• Order and track materials, tools, and equipment in coordination with procurement teams to prevent delays and ‘crisis’ buying
• Prepare and maintain accurate project documentation, including daily reports, time sheets, and work orders
• Lead and attend pre-job, progress, and subcontractor coordination meetings.
• Support site teams with RFIs, submittals, commissioning, and start-up testing; ensure timely project close-out and Owner acceptance.
• Partner with site team to coordinate the delivery of materials, equipment, and resources.
• Proactively identify and resolve issues before they impact safety, schedule, or quality.
• Function as Solv Energy’s on-site liaison with Owners, subcontractors, and internal departments.
• Promote and maintain Solv Energy’s culture of teamwork, communication, and accountability.
• Lead and coordinate all electrical subcontractors, testing agencies, and commissioning teams
• Enforce Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and maintain a high standard of electrical safety
• Collaborate effectively with mechanical and civil teams to ensure a well-run, successful project
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of field construction experience at a supervisory level; 10 years preferred, with extensive electrical construction experience.
• Utility-scale solar construction experience is strongly preferred (minimum of 5 years).
• Working knowledge of OSHA regulations, NFPA 70E, NEC, and IEEE standards and codes.
• Demonstrated expertise in job scheduling, planning, expediting, and cost control.
• Proven problem-solving abilities and a strong sense of urgency in project execution.
• Prefer 5 years’ experience with medium-voltage (MV) testing and terminations.
• Prefer experience with SCADA systems in solar or electrical applications.
• STSC Certification (Safety Trained Supervisor Construction) or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.
• Extensive knowledge of PV solar systems and DC cable systems
• Proficient in underground electrical installations, including cable pulling through conduits and bores and direct-buried AC/DC feeder installations
• Experience with inverter skid underground installation, setting, terminations, and testing
• Strong knowledge of electrical testing and commissioning
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be willing to travel as required.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Benefits:

• Employees (and their families) are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance. Employees can enroll in our company’s 401(k) plan and are provided vacation, sick and holiday pay.

Compensation Range:

$107,757.00 - $140,084.00

Pay Rate Type:

Salary

SOLV Energy Is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At SOLV Energy we celebrate the power of our differences. We are committed to building diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplaces that improve our communities. SOLV Energy prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind against an employee or applicant based on race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, or ethnicity, mental or physical disability, veteran status, parental status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Number: J13335