Mechanical & Electrical Superintendent – Utility-Scale Solar Projects

Ingeniería · Houston

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Mechanical & Electrical Superintendent – Utility-Scale Solar Projects

Ingeniería · Houston

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Position Overview


We are seeking experienced Mechanical and Electrical Superintendents to support utility-scale solar construction projects in the United States.


The selected professionals will oversee field construction activities within their respective disciplines, ensuring that work is executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with approved drawings, technical specifications, project schedules, quality standards, and applicable regulations.


These positions require strong field leadership, hands-on construction experience, and the ability to coordinate subcontractors, construction crews, and multidisciplinary teams throughout project execution.

Candidates must be willing to relocate to the assigned project location within the United States, as the exact location has not yet been confirmed.


Key Responsibilities


Mechanical Superintendent

  • Supervise daily mechanical construction activities on utility-scale solar projects.
  • Oversee installation of solar tracker systems, structural supports, mounting systems, and related mechanical components.
  • Coordinate subcontractors, crews, equipment, and material requirements to maintain project progress.
  • Monitor construction activities to ensure compliance with approved drawings, manufacturer requirements, specifications, and installation procedures.
  • Coordinate with civil, electrical, quality, and project management teams to resolve field issues and avoid construction delays.
  • Monitor productivity, workmanship, installation sequencing, and schedule milestones.
  • Conduct field inspections and coordinate with QA/QC personnel to address deficiencies and ensure compliance with project requirements.
  • Enforce site safety procedures and ensure crews follow applicable construction safety standards.
  • Report progress, constraints, material shortages, and potential schedule impacts to project leadership.


Electrical Superintendent

  • Supervise electrical construction activities on utility-scale solar projects.
  • Oversee installation of electrical systems and equipment, including DC collection systems, inverters, AC collection systems, grounding, and related electrical infrastructure, as applicable to the project scope.
  • Coordinate electrical subcontractors, crews, equipment, materials, and daily work plans.
  • Ensure electrical installations comply with approved drawings, technical specifications, applicable codes, and project requirements.
  • Coordinate with mechanical, civil, commissioning, and QA/QC teams to ensure proper sequencing and integration of construction activities.
  • Monitor installation progress, productivity, quality, and schedule performance.
  • Support inspections, testing, punch-list resolution, and preparation for commissioning and turnover.
  • Identify field issues, installation conflicts, and potential risks; coordinate corrective actions with engineering and project management.
  • Promote compliance with site safety requirements and applicable electrical safety procedures.
  • Provide regular progress updates and escalate critical issues to project leadership.


Requisitos

Required Qualifications

  • Relevant experience as a Mechanical Superintendent or Electrical Superintendent in utility-scale solar construction or similar large-scale energy projects.
  • Strong understanding of field construction activities within the relevant discipline.
  • Experience supervising construction crews, subcontractors, and field operations.
  • Ability to interpret construction drawings, technical specifications, and project schedules.
  • Experience coordinating with project management, engineering, quality, and safety teams.
  • Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work on-site for the duration of the assigned project.
  • Willingness to relocate within the United States once the project location is confirmed.
  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel to the project site, as required.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience on utility-scale photovoltaic solar projects.
  • Experience with EPC contractors and large multidisciplinary construction teams.
  • Familiarity with construction quality control, progress tracking, and subcontractor performance management.
  • Knowledge of applicable U.S. construction regulations, codes, and safety requirements.
  • Relevant technical education, trade qualifications, or construction certifications.


Work Conditions


These are field-based leadership positions requiring a consistent on-site presence at the assigned project location.

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