Solar Construction Lead – Site Execution & Crew Coordination

Grupoeosol; New York (NY); On-site; USD 74,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading solar energy firm is seeking a Solar Construction Lead to oversee a utility-scale project in New York. The role requires combining hands-on field experience with team coordination. Responsibilities include supervising construction activities, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and acting as a liaison between field teams and project management. Ideal for professionals with a technical background in solar construction who can effectively manage resources and resolve on-site issues.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing construction teams for utility-scale projects.
• Strong understanding of construction execution and quality standards.
• Ability to communicate effectively with field teams and management.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise construction crews on site.
• Plan daily construction activities according to schedules.
• Ensure compliance with engineering and safety standards.
• Track progress, productivity, and workforce performance.
• Prepare daily reports, work logs, and production tracking.
• Support the Construction Manager in planning and execution strategy.
• Act as the main point of coordination between field crews and project management.
• Identify deviations and implement corrective actions to maintain schedule and quality.
• Ensure compliance with HSE standards and site safety protocols.
• Support resource allocation, materials tracking, and tool management.
• Resolve on‑site issues and provide practical, field‑driven solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Project Coordination

Knowledge of HSE standards

Technical Background in Solar Construction

Job description

Location: New York State, USA

Start Date: Immediate

Duration: 9 months

Employment Type: Contract / Project-Based

Position Overview

We are seeking a Solar Construction Lead to support a utility-scale solar project in New York State.

This role combines hands‑on field experience with team coordination responsibilities, ideal for professionals who have grown from technical roles and can now lead crews, manage execution, and ensure project delivery on site.

The selected candidate will act as a key link between field teams and construction management, ensuring that daily activities are executed according to planning, quality standards, and safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise civil, mechanical, and electrical crews on site.
• Plan and organize daily construction activities, aligning with project schedules.
• Ensure execution complies with engineering drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
• Track progress, productivity, and workforce performance.
• Prepare daily reports, work logs, and production tracking.
• Support the Construction Manager in planning and execution strategy.
• Act as the main point of coordination between field crews and project management.
• Identify deviations and implement corrective actions to maintain schedule and quality.
• Ensure compliance with HSE standards and site safety protocols.
• Support resource allocation, materials tracking, and tool management.
• Resolve on‑site issues and provide practical, field‑driven solutions.