Senior Electrical Operations Supervisor Solar Substation

SOLV Energy, Inc.; Omaha (NE); Hybrid; USD 162,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

SOLV Energy, Inc. is seeking an Operations Electrical Superintendent to supervise electrical projects in solar, battery storage, and high voltage substation work, with heavy travel and partial remote work.

The role blends office oversight with field leadership at various sites; specifics discussed during interview. You will lead safety, quality, and collaboration, mentor future leaders, manage schedules, and coordinate with Owners, Architects, Engineers, and subcontractors to ensure project

Qualifications

• Operations management experience.
• 15+ years of extensive electrical construction experience with 10 years at a supervisory level.
• 5 years in utility scale solar construction.
• Working knowledge of OSHA, NFPA70e, NEC, and IEEE standards and codes.
• Knowledge of job scheduling, planning, expediting, and cost control.
• 5 years’ experience with MV testing and terminations.
• 5 years’ experience with SCADA systems.
• Extensive knowledge of PV solar systems and DC cable systems.
• Proficient in underground electrical installations, including cable pulling through conduits and bores and direct-buried AC/DC feeder installations.
• Experience with inverter skid underground installation, setting, terminations, and testing.
• Strong knowledge of electrical testing and commissioning.
• Valid current driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Perform all General Electrical Superintendent duties.
• Fostering a culture of collaboration, safety, and quality.
• Promote career development and mentor future field leaders.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with Owners, Architects, Engineers, and subcontractors to facilitate communication, resolve issues, and drive project objectives.
• Enforce safety procedures and participate in Safety Training Programs.
• Set and maintain work quality standards; conduct inspections and audits to verify adherence to specifications and Solv Energy standards.
• Conduct constructability reviews, collaborate with project teams, and develop solutions for electrical scopes.
• Input in CPM schedules, coordinating with teams to meet project milestones and deadlines.
• Partner with estimating teams to ensure accurate project cost estimates and proposals.
• Chair or attend subcontractor meetings, monitor punch list progress, and ensure timely completion of project activities.
• Provide regular progress updates to executive leadership.
• Serve as liaison with Owners as it relates to electrical scope.
• Enforce Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures and maintain a high standard of electrical safety.
• Collaborate effectively with mechanical and civil team leaders to ensure a well-run, successful projects.
• Review and approve energized electrical work permits.
• Work closely with General Electrical Superintendents and teams to help build up SOLV’s electrical infrastructure.
• Provide pre-construction support.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Operations management

Electrical construction

Codes & standards

MV testing

SCADA systems

PV solar systems

Underground installations

Inverter skid installation

Driver's license

Experience requirement: 15+ years

Tools

SCADA software

Safety programs (LOTO)

Job description

SOLV Energy, Inc. is seeking an Operations Electrical Superintendent to supervise electrical projects in solar, battery storage, and high voltage substation work, with heavy travel and partial remote work.

The role blends office oversight with field leadership at various sites; specifics discussed during interview. You will lead safety, quality, and collaboration, mentor future leaders, manage schedules, and coordinate with Owners, Architects, Engineers, and subcontractors to ensure project