PV Site Inspector (100% Travel
Listed on 2026-08-22
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Quality Assurance - QA/QC
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Construction
Travel
80-100% (typically Monday–Thursday travel to utility‑scale solar project sites throughout North America)
Position SummaryThe PV Site Inspector is responsible for performing independent quality assurance inspections on utility‑scale photovoltaic (PV) construction projects. The inspector verifies that construction activities comply with project specifications, engineering drawings, applicable codes, industry standards, and manufacturer requirements. This position serves as the Owner's representative in the field, identifying quality issues, documenting observations, and communicating findings to project stakeholders.
This role requires extensive travel and the ability to work independently in active construction environments.
Key Responsibilities Construction Quality Inspections- Perform daily inspections of utility‑scale solar construction activities.
- Verify compliance with construction drawings, specifications, and quality requirements.
- Identify installation deficiencies, workmanship issues, and non‑conforming work.
- Document observations using photographs, inspection checklists, and written reports.
- Verify corrective actions have been completed.
Inspect and verify installation quality of:
- PV modules
- Tracker systems
- Fixed‑tilt racking
- Foundations and piles
- Module clamps
- Fasteners
- Mechanical clearances
Inspect installation of:
- Combiner boxes
- Transformers
- Collection systems
- Communications systems
- Grounding and bonding
- Electrical terminations
- Site grading
- Drainage
- Roads
- Erosion control
- Foundations
- Access roads
- Complete daily inspection reports.
- Prepare punch lists.
- Issue NCR recommendations when required.
- Review contractor quality documentation.
- Attend daily construction meetings.
- Coordinate with Owner, EPC contractor, and subcontractors.
- Escalate critical quality concerns.
- Support commissioning activities as requested.
One of the following:
- Associate degree in Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Electrical Technology, or related field
- Bachelor's degree preferred
- Equivalent field experience considered
- 3–7+ years of utility‑scale solar construction experience
- Experience inspecting utility‑scale PV projects (preferred)
- Experience with Owner's Engineering, EPC, QA/QC, or construction inspection
- Familiarity with tracker installation
- Familiarity with electrical BOS construction
- Experience reading construction drawings and specifications
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