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Solar Construction Superintendent

**Location:** Field-Based – 100% Travel Required

**Regions:** Upstate NY, Denver, Midwest, and other U.S. locations

Overview

Are you ready to lead the charge in building a sustainable future? We’re looking for a **Solar Construction Superintendent** to oversee on-site operations for community solar projects ranging from **1 to 10 MW** . This is a **field-based role** requiring full-time travel and a valid driver’s license.

You’ll be the boots-on-the-ground leader, managing crews, subcontractors, and logistics to ensure projects are delivered **safely, on time, and within budget** .

What You’ll Do

+ **Lead daily field operations** and supervise subcontractors and vendors.

+ Partner with the Project Manager to maintain schedules and 2–4 week look-ahead plans.

+ Coordinate delivery and logistics for materials and equipment.

+ Monitor labor productivity and manage costs to stay within budget.

+ Enforce safety protocols and conduct daily safety briefings and hazard analyses.

+ Perform quality inspections and ensure compliance with design specs and QMS.

+ Serve as the on-site liaison for project managers, engineers, inspectors, and stakeholders.

+ Maintain accurate documentation: daily reports, logs, site photos.

+ Participate in meetings to drive progress and resolve issues.

What You Bring

+ **1–4 years** of solar or general construction experience, with **2–4 years in a supervisory role** .

+ Strong knowledge of **civil, mechanical, and electrical construction** .

+ Familiarity with **PV systems** , racking, and grounding techniques.

+ Ability to read and interpret **blueprints, schematics, and technical specs** .

+ Proficiency in **Procore, PlanGrid** , and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word).

+ **OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Certification** (required).

Bonus Points

+ Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field.

+ First Aid/CPR certification.

+ NABCEP PV Installation Professional Certification.

+ Electrical license.

Compensation & Perks

+ **Salary:** $85,000–$110,000/year (based on experience)

+ **Pay Frequency:** Weekly

+ **Per Diem:** GSA rates (location-dependent)

+ **Company Vehicle & Gas Card Provided**

Benefits

+ Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

+ 401(k) retirement plan

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of New York, NY.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $70.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in New York,NY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 14, 2025.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.