General Superintendent

CoVolt Power; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

CoVolt Power is seeking a senior field leader to supervise site operations across multiple crews on utility-scale projects in the Houston area. You will steer safety programs, mentor supervisors, and ensure work is delivered on time and within budget.

You will manage manpower, coordinate with subcontractors, review plans, and drive adherence to quality and project controls. A strong background in heavy construction and renewable energy is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Bachelor’s degree preferred; equivalent field leadership experience may be considered.
• Minimum 10 years of construction experience preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of superintendent or senior field leadership experience preferred.
• Experience on utility-scale solar, renewable energy, heavy construction preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise site supervision and craft personnel to ensure safe, on-schedule, budget-compliant work.
• Lead and support lower-tier supervisors on safety and construction procedures.
• Determine labor requirements and allocate manpower to meet schedules.
• Coordinate work activities and planning between crews and subcontractors.
• Monitor conformance with codes, standards, drawings, and contract requirements.
• Support development of construction procedures and field execution plans.
• Ensure production boards and reporting tools are accurate and current.
• Coordinate daily permit needs for construction activities.

Skills

Field supervision

Safety leadership

Manpower planning

Production tracking

IFC drawings

Cost-code reporting

Subcontractor coordination

Communication

PWA/IRA knowledge

MS Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or related field

High school diploma

Equivalent field leadership experience

Tools

Excel

Project tracking tools

MS Office

Job description

Responsibilities / Duties

• Supervise CoVolt Power site supervision and craft personnel to ensure work is completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with specifications.
• Lead and support lower-tier supervisors to ensure they are trained in safety, industrial relations, management expectations, and construction procedures.
• Determine labor requirements, requisition manpower, and allocate labor to meet the construction schedule.
• Work with project teams to build manpower and equipment forecasts.
• Coordinate work activities, site access, and work-front planning between CoVolt Power crews and subcontractors.
• Monitor site activities to ensure conformance with applicable codes, standards, policies, procedures, drawings, and contract requirements.
• Support the development of construction procedures, project work instructions, and field execution plans.
• Ensure project production boards, trackers, and reporting tools are accurate and current.
• Monitor construction work hours against applicable cost codes and coordinate with Project Controls on weekly Construction Progress Reports.
• Participate in estimate reviews, project site walks, hiring events, and production planning discussions.
• Assist Directors, Estimating, and Construction Management with production rates and supervisory staffing plans.
• Carry out project safety plan requirements and ensure a safe workplace is maintained for all personnel.
• Ensure operator training is conducted, documented, and followed.
• Address routine industrial relations matters immediately to prevent escalation.
• Review new hires to ensure pay rates, titles, classifications, and qualifications are accurate.
• Ensure craft personnel are paid correctly, within budget, and in accordance with applicable PWA/IRA guidelines.
• Support IRA-compliant projects by ensuring required labor standards and apprenticeship ratios are maintained.
• Ensure PWA/IRA apprenticeship ratios are followed and elevate issues as needed.
• Ensure project-specific Quality Control Procedures and Inspection and Test Plans are developed, implemented, and followed.
• Review and approve subcontractor Quality Plans, Inspection and Test Plans, and other quality-related documents.
• Confirm subcontractor resources are in place to implement approved quality plans.
• Ensure subcontractor inspections and surveillances are performed.
• Act as a field point of contact for construction quality issues and support timely resolution.
• Ensure inspection logs, NCR/CAR logs, and other quality records are developed and maintained.
• Ensure Quality Control training is completed and documented.
• Manage and conduct audits of project activities in accordance with the Project Audit Program.
• Coordinate with CWT on development of WPS’s and Procedure Qualification Records when required.
• Ensure Welder/Welding Operator Performance Qualifications are maintained when applicable.
• Ensure Preventive Maintenance Schedules are developed when required by contract.
• Coordinate daily permit needs for construction activities.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Strong knowledge of utility-scale construction field operations, including civil, mechanical, electrical, and/or renewable energy project execution.
• Ability to lead field supervision, craft personnel, operators, and subcontractors in a fast-paced construction environment.
• Strong understanding of construction safety requirements, OSHA standards, and site-specific safety programs.
• Ability to read, understand, and apply IFC drawings, specifications, procedures, and contract requirements.
• Strong knowledge of manpower planning, production tracking, equipment planning, and cost-code reporting.
• Working knowledge of quality control procedures, Inspection and Test Plans, NCR/CAR processes, audits, and subcontractor quality documentation.
• Ability to identify schedule, production, safety, quality, manpower, and equipment risks and implement corrective actions.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to resolve field issues directly and professionally.
• Knowledge of PWA/IRA labor requirements, apprenticeship ratios, craft classifications, and pay/title alignment preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Excel, project tracking tools, and construction reporting systems.

Education / Experience

• High school diploma required.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent field leadership experience may be considered.
• Minimum 10 years of construction experience preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of superintendent, general superintendent, or senior field leadership experience preferred.
• Experience on utility-scale solar, renewable energy, industrial, civil, electrical, mechanical, or heavy construction projects strongly preferred.
• Experience with safety leadership, quality implementation, manpower planning, production tracking, subcontractor coordination, and project controls required.
• Experience with PWA/IRA compliance, apprenticeship ratios, craft classifications, and payroll/title review preferred.

Certificates / Licenses

• OSHA 30 preferred.
• First Aid/CPR preferred.
• SWPPP training preferred.
• Quality, welding, equipment, or construction management certifications preferred when applicable.

Physical Requirements

This is a field-based position and requires regular mobility on and around active construction sites, including walking uneven terrain, standing for extended periods, working in varying weather conditions, and occasionally lifting or moving up to 25 pounds.

Equal Opportunity Statement

CoVolt Power is an Equal Opportunity Employer and uses E-Verify.

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