Job Title: Superintendent
Department: Operations / Construction
Reports To: Director of Construction or Project Manager
Location: Project-Based Travel as Needed (Utility Scale Solar Construction Sites)
Employment Type: Full-Time
About the Company
Power Ray operates in the utility-scale solar industry with a mission of empowering people and the world one project at a time. We specialize in the construction of utility-scale solar farms, delivering sustainable and efficient solar energy solutions for large-scale projects across the U.S.
Our vision is to be the most trusted global energy company, delivering exceptional projects and empowering a better future for generations to come.
We live by our core values:
- Integrity: Adhering to high ethical standards, acting with honesty and honor, and keeping our word.
- Accountability: Taking full responsibility for our actions, decisions, and outcomes.
- Commitment: Delivering outstanding service with passion, resilience, and dedication to our mission.
- Respect: Showing consideration and appreciation for the rights, beliefs, and feelings of others.
- Results: Driving performance through measurable achievements and a focus on real outcomes.
Position Summary
The Superintendent is responsible for overall field execution of a utility-scale solar project. This role leads daily construction operations, coordinates crews and subcontractors, enforces safety standards, and ensures production targets are met in alignment with schedule and budget.
The Superintendent is the primary on-site operational leader, translating project plans into disciplined field performance.
Strategic ResponsibilityField Execution Strategy
- Develop weekly and daily execution plans aligned with the master schedule.
- Sequence work activities to protect critical path milestones.
- Align manpower and equipment resources with production goals.
Productivity Optimization
- Establish crew productivity benchmarks (MW/week targets).
- Identify bottlenecks and implement corrective actions.
- Support lean construction principles in field operations.
Risk Prevention
- Anticipate schedule, safety, and quality risks before escalation.
- Coordinate proactively with the Construction Manager to mitigate impacts.
Operational ExecutionDaily Site Oversight
- Supervise all field crews and subcontractors.
- Conduct daily coordination meetings with Foremen.
- Ensure material availability and proper staging.
- Maintain orderly and efficient jobsite conditions.
Schedule & Production Control
- Monitor daily installed quantities (piles, racking, modules, conduit).
- Track production against schedule milestones.
- Implement recovery plans when performance falls behind.
Coordination & Communication
- Coordinate civil, mechanical, and electrical scopes.
- Communicate field progress and issues to the Construction Manager.
- Support QA/QC and Safety teams during inspections.
Key Operational KPIs
- Schedule adherence (%)
- Daily/weekly production output
- Labor productivity rates
- Rework percentage
- Safety performance (TRIR)
Financial Accountability
Labor & Cost Control
- Monitor crew hours to maintain budgeted labor targets.
- Reduce unnecessary overtime.
- Protect margin through efficient sequencing.
Material & Equipment Stewardship
- Prevent material waste and damage.
- Coordinate equipment usage to avoid idle costs.
Financial KPIs
- Labor hours per installed MW
- Overtime percentage
- Cost variance (%)
- Equipment utilization rate
People LeadershipField Leadership
- Directly supervise Foremen and support their development.
- Maintain accountability standards across crews.
- Promote teamwork and strong communication.
Safety Leadership
- Enforce OSHA and company safety standards.
- Conduct daily safety briefings.
- Address unsafe behavior immediately.
Workforce Development
- Identify high-performing employees for advancement.
- Mentor future Foremen and field leaders.
- Foster positive jobsite culture.
Compliance / Risk ManagementSafety Compliance
- Ensure site compliance with OSHA and company policies.
- Monitor fall protection, trench safety, and electrical safety.
- Document incidents and corrective actions.
Contract & Scope Compliance
- Verify work aligns with project drawings and specifications.
- Prevent unauthorized scope deviations.
- Support proper change order documentation.
Quality & Inspection Readiness
- Coordinate with the QA/QC team for inspection scheduling.
- Ensure work meets required standards before inspection.
- Maintain clean and audit-ready site documentation.
Core Competencies
- Utility-Scale Solar Construction Knowledge
- Field Operations Leadership
- Schedule & Productivity Management
- Labor Cost Awareness
- Safety Enforcement
- Strong Communication Skills
- Risk Mitigation
- Decision-Making Under Pressure
Qualifications
- 5–12+ years construction experience (utility-scale solar preferred)
- 2–5+ years supervisory experience in field operations
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings
- OSHA 30 preferred
- Strong leadership and organizational skills
Success Profile (Year 1 Impact)
- Maintain >95% schedule milestone compliance
- Improve crew productivity rates
- Reduce rework and material waste
- Maintain strong safety performance
- Strengthen leadership pipeline among Foremen
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have Utility Scale Solar Experience?
Language:
Willingness to travel:
Work Location: In person
Pay: $30.00 - $37.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Utility Scale Solar Construction : 5 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
