JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Construction Team Lead
Department: Construction
Reports To: General Superintendent
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt (Hourly Employee)
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Electric Vehicle Infrastructure [EVI] is a leading provider of EV Charger, Solar, and BESS infrastructure. Founded in 2018, we provide turnkey installation solutions for Level 2 and Level 3 DC fast-charging stations for EVSPs, utilities, fleet owners, and OEMs.
POSITION: Construction Team Lead
Location: California, Arizona, Utah - Travel Required
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Construction Team Lead will work with, oversee, and lead field crews executing civil, laying pipe, conduit, and electrical work for medium to large-scale EV charging, solar, and BESS projects. This role is responsible for field leadership, work sequencing, and blueprint interpretation, ensuring all civil and electrical work — including site layout, demolition, excavation, concrete, and asphalt — is completed safely, on time, and to specification.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Field Leadership & Execution
· Lead and work with multiple crews across job sites; manage manpower, equipment, and work sequencing.
· Review and interpret plans, specs, and structural drawings; ensure field is working off current plan set and as-builts are updated daily.
· Direct and assist team of field construction operations: layout, demolition, equipment operation, excavation, backfill, forms/rebar, bollards, concrete, finishing, and asphalt.
· Coordinate with Project Managers, Construction General Superintendents, other trades, and subcontractors to resolve issues and meet project goals.
Safety, Quality & Compliance
· Enforce all safety policies, PPE (Personal Protective Equipment), and Stop Work Authority; lead daily huddles, JHAs (Job Hazard Analysis), and weekly toolbox talks.
· Perform milestone QC (Quality Control) inspections per company Quality Control Program; maintain SWPPP (Stormwater Pollution Prevention Plan), site cleanliness, and trench/excavation safety.
· Ensure operators have valid training, equipment certifications, and all tools/equipment are tracked, inspected, and in safe working order.
Project Controls & Administration
· Provide daily reporting on labor, production, and project status; forecast manpower, materials, and equipment 7+ days in advance.
· Work with General Superintendent to ensure EVI have proper manpower supporting upcoming projects.
· Monitor labor hours vs. budget, approve timecards, meal/rest breaks, and cost coding.
· Manage material orders, packing slips/receipts, equipment logs, vehicle maintenance, and project documentation.
· Track all out-of-scope work [materials, equipment] and verify a signed Change Order exists before starting extra work.
QUALIFICATIONS
· 3-5+ years leading construction of 10+ field construction employees.
· Proven experience as a doer (working and lead by example) and leading multiple crews on active job sites.
· Strong knowledge of civil and electrical scope: installing electrical, conduit, pipe, excavation, concrete, rebar, formwork, paving, and equipment operation.
· Ability to read blueprints, schematics, and specifications; working knowledge of local AHJ Building Code.
· OSHA 30 and First Aid/CPR preferred.
· Proficient in Microsoft Office, BusyBusy (field construction team timecard reporting system) or similar field reporting tools.
· Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
· Valid Driver's License with clean record and ability to travel; ability to maintain company auto insurance.
WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
· Variable outdoor environment; ability to work at heights up to 50', in trenches, and restricted spaces.
· Must be able to bend, stoop, squat, crawl, climb, kneel, balance, push, pull, and work overhead.
· Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs and be on your feet for full shift.
· Required to wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) at all times and operate hand/power tools and equipment.
· Background check and drug screening required upon offer.
Pay: $42.00 - $46.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
