Solar Construction Manager - Traveling

Solar Construction Manager (Utility-Scale Projects)

Location: Candidates can live anywhere, open to candidates across the U.S. — 100% travel required

Employment Type: Long-term contract-to-hire

Salary: $90,000–$95,000/year + daily per diem

Travel Perks: All flights, hotels, and meals covered; company vehicle provided during travel

Join a leading solar tracking manufacturer and installation firm as a Solar Construction Manager, where you'll serve as a subject matter expert overseeing large-scale ground mount solar installations across the country. This is a high-impact role for professionals with hands-on experience in utility-scale solar construction and a passion for delivering quality and safety.

• Lead and manage on-site construction activities, ensuring timely and high-quality installations of solar tracking systems.
• Collaborate with subcontractors, electricians, and labor crews to coordinate schedules, resolve issues, and maintain safety compliance.
• Interpret civil, structural, and electrical schematics to support installation workflows.
• Conduct and document safety meetings in alignment with OSHA standards.
• Support project planning including material takeoffs, sequencing, and subcontractor scope reviews.
• Communicate effectively with project managers, engineers, and clients to ensure alignment and transparency.
• Provide technical guidance on electrical and mechanical components to field teams.

• 4+ years of experience in utility-scale solar construction, with 2+ years in a leadership role (Superintendent, Lead Foreman, or QC Manager).
• Strong understanding of hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and construction reporting tools.
• Excellent problem-solving and construction math skills.
• Proven leadership and client relationship management.
• Willingness to travel nationwide up to 100% of the time.

• Be part of a mission-driven company shaping the future of solar energy.
• Enjoy full travel support including prepaid flights, hotels, and daily food per diem.
• Receive a company vehicle for use during travel.
• Paid holidays and vacation included.
• Opportunity to grow into a permanent leadership role.

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This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, TX.

The pay range for this position is $90,000–$95,000/year.

Benefits include medical, dental & vision coverage; critical illness, accident, and hospital coverage; 401(k) retirement plan; voluntary life insurance; short- and long-term disability; health spending account; transportation benefits; employee assistance program; paid time off.

This is a fully onsite position in Houston, TX.

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 16, 2026.

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