Senior Construction Superintendent

Nexamp; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 105,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) employer-match

Health, dental, and vision insurance (

Flexible PTO and holidays

Commuter benefits

Cell phone reimbursement

Job summary

Nexamp is seeking a Senior Construction Superintendent to lead a portfolio of solar sites in northern Illinois. The role drives safety, performance, and compliance, with authority to stop work and initiate corrective actions.

You will oversee staffing, subcontractor performance, and QA/QC deliverables, reporting to the Construction Manager. You will mentor 3–12 construction staff, coordinate with partners, and shape hiring decisions while advancing Nexamp’s mission to accelerate clean energy

Qualifications

• 4+ years of construction management experience, preferably in the solar industry.
• OSHA safety standards knowledge; OSHA 10 is a minimum requirement.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Procore experience is a plus.
• Understanding of medium voltage systems and equipment is a plus.
• Associate’s degree in Construction Management is preferred.
• Commitment to Nexamp's mission and climate goals.
• Demonstrated communication and initiative to improve processes across the organization.
• Ability to analyze data, identify root causes, and present solutions.
• Ability to build strong relationships with customers and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support 3-12 contingent Construction Superintendents across active solar sites, assigning roles and coaching.
• Address safety, quality, and compliance issues; stop work when necessary and deploy corrective actions.
• Evaluate subcontractor performance to influence vendor selection and contract decisions.
• Interpret and enforce OSHA, SWPPP, and site standards in field environments.
• Oversee onboarding, training, and staffing decisions for site personnel.
• Monitor project progress, risks, and QA/QC documentation; advise leadership on improvements.
• Oversee monthly inventory deliveries and coordinate with field teams on progress.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on solar construction methods and site logistics.
• Advise senior leadership on operational performance and training standards.
• Represent Nexamp with subcontractors and on-site stakeholders.

Skills

Communication skills

Construction management

Safety awareness

Problem solving

Education

Associate’s degree in Construction Management (preferred)

Tools

Procore

Job description

Do you want to be a part of the clean energy movement? Are you passionate about improving our environment for this generation and those to follow? Are you ready to take on new challenges and collaborate with a future-focused team leading the way into new markets? Join Nexamp!

This is where you can learn from industry leaders and become one yourself. It's fast-paced, mission-based work that challenges the status quo. Be on the team that’s changing the world.

What we're looking for:

Nexamp is looking to hire a Senior Construction Superintendent (SCS). This role is a critical leadership position empowered to make independent decisions that directly impact the safety, performance, and operational success of a portfolio of solar construction projects. The SCS serves as a critical decision-maker in matters of jobsite compliance, team deployment, subcontractor performance, and adherence to construction standards and policies.

In this role, you will support solar projects in the northern Illinois region. You will report to Manager, Construction.

What you'll do:

• Supervise and support 3-12 contingent Construction Superintendents across active solar sites, assigning roles, monitoring performance, and providing coaching in coordination with Agency Partners.
• Exercise independent judgment to address safety, quality, and compliance issues, including authority to stop work, redirect resources, and mandate corrective actions.
• Evaluate subcontractor performance in the field and provide recommendations that influence vendor selection, contract renewals, and terminations.
• Interpret and enforce company policies and regulatory requirements (OSHA, SWPPP, site-specific standards) in dynamic field environments.
• Oversee onboarding, training, and staffing strategy for site personnel, partnering with Construction Managers on hiring, reassignment, and termination decisions.
• Monitor project progress, risks, and compliance deliverables, ensuring timely completion of QA/QC documentation and advising leadership on performance improvements and operational strategy.
• Oversee and report monthly inventory deliveries; track red lines, submittals, equipment, and returns; and coordinate with field teams through regular calls and follow-up to track work completion and elevate outstanding needs.
• Serve as a subject matter expert on solar construction methods, compliance, and site logistics.
• Advise senior leadership on operational performance, training standards, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Represent company interests with subcontractors, vendors, and on-site stakeholders.
• Participate in and significantly influence staffing decisions, including hiring, deployment, and performance feedback.

What you'll bring:

• 4+ years of construction management experience, preferably in the solar industry, with a successfultrack recordin project management.
• Knowledge of OSHA safety standards; OSHA 10 is a minimum requirement.
• Valid & current driver’s license is required.
• Procore experience is a plus.
• Understanding of medium voltage systems and equipment is a plus.
• Associate’s degree in Construction Management is preferred.
• Commitment to Nexamp's mission and have a passion for solving tomorrow's climate crisis today.
• Demonstrated experience in effectively communicating information, ideas, and perspectives with people inside and beyond your organization.
• Experience in showcasing initiative to make improvements to current work, processes, products, and services across the organization. We value accountability and an ownership mentality.
• Ability to ask appropriate questions, analyze data, identify the root causes of problems, and present creative solutions.
• Expertise in building strong internal and external relationships with customers and stakeholders, instilling trust and loyalty across the industry.
• Eagerness to develop a fundamental understanding of how Nexamp operates and then apply that knowledge effectively to inform business decisions.

Compensation

The reasonably estimated salary for this role at Nexamp ranges from $105,000 - $125,000. In addition to base salary, the competitive compensation package may include, depending on the role, participation in an incentive program linked to performance (for example, annual bonus programs based on individual and company performance, non-annual sales incentive plans, or other non-annual incentive plans). Additionally, you may be eligible to participate in the Company's stock option plan. Actual base salary may vary based upon, but is not limited to, skills and qualifications, internal equity, performance, and geographic location.

Nexamp's People team manages all aspects of recruitment and hiring within our organization. We want to inform third-party recruiters, staffing firms, and related agencies that Nexamp does not accept unsolicited resumes. Resumes will only be considered from these entities if a signed agreement is in place and the People team explicitly authorizes external recruiting assistance for a specific position. Any unsolicited resumes received will be deemed the property of Nexamp. We want to emphasize that Nexamp is not liable for any fees associated with unsolicited resumes.

At Nexamp, our mission is to build the future of energy so it is clean, simple, and accessible for all. We are committed to providing a work environment free from discrimination. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. By encouraging a culture where ideas and decisions come from all people, we believe it will help us grow, innovate, and be a part of environmental and social change.

You'll love working here because:

Not only will you get to take part in meaningful work and have the chance to change the world alongside innovative, dedicated, and motivated peers, but you will also have access to all the benefits that Nexamp offers! This includes our competitive compensation package; a 401(k) employer-match; health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one; flexible paid time off and holiday PTO; commuter benefits, and cell phone reimbursement. We have headquarters in Boston, MA and Chicago, IL, in addition to growing offices nationwide. We provide healthy snacks, coffee, service days and other volunteer opportunities, company outings, and more!