On-Site Electrical Superintendent for Utility-Scale Solar

SOLV Energy, LLC; Pekin (IL); On-site; USD 108,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid vacation

Job summary

SOLV Energy, LLC is seeking an Electrical Superintendent based on a full-time jobsite in Peoria, IL. The role leads electrical field activities for utility-scale solar projects, ensuring safety, schedule adherence, and compliance with design standards.

The position requires extensive electrical construction experience, MV testing, SCADA familiarity, and a strong focus on safety and quality. Travel to multiple sites may be involved, with competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of field construction experience at a supervisory level; 10 years preferred, with extensive electrical construction experience.
• Utility-scale solar construction experience strongly preferred (minimum 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.
• Prefer experience with SCADA systems in solar or electrical applications.

Responsibilities

• Perform all Superintendent duties and support all aspects of field operations.
• Enforce and model company safety procedures; lead by example and participate in safety training.
• 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 relationships with Owners, Architects, Engineers, and subcontractors.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and evaluate field personnel, including Assistant Superintendents, Foremen, and crew members.
• Coordinate and direct field construction activities for utility-scale solar projects, ensuring safety, quality, and design standards.
• Oversee multiple crews and subcontractors across sites and regions as required.
• Ensure all work meets specifications and quality control standards.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation: daily reports, time sheets, and work orders.
• Lead pre-job, progress, and subcontractor coordination meetings; support RFIs, submittals, commissioning, and start-up testing.
• Collaborate with site teams to deliver materials, equipment, and resources.

Skills

Field supervision

Electrical construction

MV testing

SCADA systems

OSHA/NFPA/NEC knowledge

Scheduling & cost control

Travel willingness

Driver's license

US work authorization

Job description

SOLV Energy, LLC is seeking an Electrical Superintendent based on a full-time jobsite in Peoria, IL. The role leads electrical field activities for utility-scale solar projects, ensuring safety, schedule adherence, and compliance with design standards.

The position requires extensive electrical construction experience, MV testing, SCADA familiarity, and a strong focus on safety and quality. Travel to multiple sites may be involved, with competitive compensation and benefits.