Solar Electrical Superintendent — Field Leadership

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan

Vacation

Sick leave

Holiday pay

Job summary

SOLV Energy is seeking an Electrical Superintendent to oversee electrical field operations on utility-scale solar projects across multiple sites. You will lead crews, enforce safety, manage CPM schedules, and coordinate with Owners, Architects, engineers, and subcontractors to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Responsibilities include reviewing drawings and submittals, mentoring field staff, and coordinating procurement, commissioning, and startup testing.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of field construction experience at a supervisory level; 10 years preferred, with extensive electrical construction experience.
• Utility‑scale solar construction experience is strongly preferred (minimum of 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.
• Proven problem‑solving abilities and a strong sense of urgency in project execution.
• Prefer 5 years’ experience with medium‑voltage (MV) testing and terminations.
• Prefer experience with SCADA systems in solar or electrical applications.
• STSC Certification (Safety Trained Supervisor Construction) or ability to obtain within 6 months of employment.
• 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.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and be willing to travel as required.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Supervise electrical field operations and handle site duties.
• Enforce safety procedures and participate in safety programs.
• Manage CPM project schedules for on-time, cost-effective completion.
• Review contracts, drawings, specifications, schedules, and submittals from preconstruction to turnover.
• Build relationships with Owners, Architects, Engineers, and subcontractors.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and evaluate field personnel.
• Coordinate field construction activities across multiple sites.
• Ensure work meets specifications and quality standards.
• Order and track materials with procurement to avoid delays.
• Prepare daily reports, time sheets, and work orders.
• Lead pre-job, progress, and subcontractor coordination meetings.
• Support RFIs, submittals, commissioning, and startup testing.
• Collaborate with mechanical and civil teams for well-run projects.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Electrical construction

Project scheduling

Safety compliance

Travel willingness

Tools

SCADA systems

MV testing equipment

Cable pulling equipment

Job description

SOLV Energy is seeking an Electrical Superintendent to oversee electrical field operations on utility-scale solar projects across multiple sites. You will lead crews, enforce safety, manage CPM schedules, and coordinate with Owners, Architects, engineers, and subcontractors to deliver projects on time and within budget.

Responsibilities include reviewing drawings and submittals, mentoring field staff, and coordinating procurement, commissioning, and startup testing.