Field Solar Commissioning Lead

CoVolt Power; Olivet (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

CoVolt Power is seeking a Commissioning Superintendent for solar energy projects. The position is field-based at the project site and requires daily commuting to the site.

Reports to the Commissioning Director and collaborates with Construction Manager, Site Quality Manager, and project stakeholders to ensure the commissioning scope aligns with contract requirements. Safety and cost control are emphasized on site.

Qualifications

• Experience with solar and/or wind construction projects.
• Ability to lead and coordinate actions and manage personnel resources.
• Ability to read and interpret project documents including plans and schedules.
• Experience with Procore and maintaining safety compliance on site.

Responsibilities

• Directs commissioning personnel and subcontractors to complete the project.
• Assist planning and utilization of proper means and methods.
• Create and maintain commissioning docs per contract requirements.
• Ensure work stays within approved scope and complies with specs.
• Coordinate with supplier testing and commissioning teams.
• Identify testing per project scope and ITP.
• Communicate with engineering to meet commissioning needs.
• Act as electrical advisor on circuits, power quality, switchgear, and HV systems.
• Maintain safe working conditions and enforce safety regulations.
• Support owner communications on major project decisions.
• Monitor costs vs. estimates and inform Site Manager of overruns.
• Identify potential change orders and update Work Plans.
• Maintain crew and equipment matrices and assist Estimating/BD.
• Occasionally visit proposed sites to support estimating and business development.
• Liaise with community leaders and local landowners.

Skills

Solar/Wind construction

Team leadership

Planning & time mgmt

Documentation & records

Procore experience

Communication

Client relations

Education

High School diploma

Electrical engineering degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Procore

Job description

CoVolt Power is seeking a Commissioning Superintendent for solar energy projects. The position is field-based at the project site and requires daily commuting to the site.

Reports to the Commissioning Director and collaborates with Construction Manager, Site Quality Manager, and project stakeholders to ensure the commissioning scope aligns with contract requirements. Safety and cost control are emphasized on site.