Onsite Solar Construction Lead

SOLV Energy, LLC; Princeville (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Basic Life

Disability Insurance

401(k) plan

Vacation

Sick

Holiday Pay

Job summary

SOLV Energy, LLC is seeking an Assistant Superintendent for a full-time position on a Princeville, IL job site with Midwest travel. The role oversees field construction activities, directs crews and subcontractors, and enforces safety standards including OSHA/NFPA 70E/NEC.

Responsibilities include coordinating schedules, reviewing drawings, managing materials, and maintaining documentation to ensure on-time project completion.

Qualifications

• Engineering, construction management, or architectural degree, or equivalent experience (2-4 years as General Foreman)
• Field construction experience at a supervisory level
• Experience in utility-scale solar projects
• Knowledge of construction methods, practices, regulations, and safety standards, including OSHA, NFPA 70E, and NEC
• Strong knowledge of job scheduling, planning, expediting, and cost control
• Working knowledge of all trades, with the ability to read and understand specifications for all crafts
• Experience conducting constructability reviews and coordinating with estimating teams to develop accurate project cost estimates
• Strong problem-solving skills and a sense of urgency
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and motivate high-performing teams
• Must possess a valid driver’s license
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring employer sponsorship now or in the future.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Superintendent in managing and coordinating field construction activities, providing direction to crews and subcontractors to ensure safe and productive work
• Support recruitment, onboarding, training, and coordination of field personnel, helping to reinforce a culture of safety, teamwork, and quality
• Maintain positive relationships with Owners, Engineers, subcontractors, and internal teams through professional communication and reliable follow-through
• Enforce SOLV Energy safety policies and participate in all required safety training; help ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA 70E, NEC, and company standards
• Monitor work quality by performing inspections and audits; verify that construction activities follow plans, specifications, and SOLV Energy requirements
• Assist in planning and managing materials, tools, and equipment needs; track deliveries and help prevent delays or reactive (“crisis”) purchasing
• Support the development and maintenance of project schedules (CPM) by communicating progress, identifying potential delays, and coordinating with the Superintendent and Project Management
• Review drawings, specifications, and subcontractor submittals to support project readiness and field execution
• Participate in pre-job meetings, daily huddles, subcontractor coordination meetings, and site walk-throughs to align teams on expectations and progress
• Prepare and maintain accurate project documentation, including daily logs, time sheets, work orders, and invoice approvals
• Assist in documenting, tracking, and completing punch-list items to support timely project close-out
• Support start-up testing, commissioning, and turnover activities; assist in preparing close-out packages and ensuring Owner acceptance
• Work with supervisory personnel, subcontractors, designers, and owners to help resolve field issues, interpret plans, and improve work processes
• Perform additional responsibilities and duties as assigned by the Superintendent or project leadership

Skills

Field supervision

Solar project experience

Scheduling & planning

Leadership & communication

Driver's license

US work authorization

Education

Engineering, construction management, or architectural degree, or equivalent experience

Tools

CPM scheduling

Job description

SOLV Energy, LLC is seeking an Assistant Superintendent for a full-time position on a Princeville, IL job site with Midwest travel. The role oversees field construction activities, directs crews and subcontractors, and enforces safety standards including OSHA/NFPA 70E/NEC.

Responsibilities include coordinating schedules, reviewing drawings, managing materials, and maintaining documentation to ensure on-time project completion.