Construction Site Manager

juwi solar Inc. (JSI), based in Boulder, Colorado, is a developer and turnkey engineering, procurement and construction ("EPC") contractor of solar power plants throughout North America, with a focus on projects 1 megawatt or larger.

The majority shareholder of JSI is juwi Holding AG, which ranks among Europe's leading renewable energy companies.  (The balance of JSI's shareholders are U.S. individuals or companies.)  juwi develops, builds and operates large-scale solar, wind and biomass energy projects.

With approximately 350 employees in juwi's solar group, the company has been involved in the development, design, construction and operation of more than 1,500 photovoltaic projects, with a current total generation capacity of 700MW.

Position Overview:

The Construction Site Manager will be responsible for managing, executing and supervising all construction activities on an assigned JSI project site.  JSI is looking for an experienced construction site manager who will have demonstrated leadership and excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing. The Construction Site Manager will provide management discipline, direction, supervision and leadership for the project.  Work to be located at assigned project site.

Reports To: Senior Construction Manager

Responsibilities:

• Support the completion of preliminary engineering, detailed specifications and construction and supply contracts.
• Monitor and oversee all civil, structural, mechanical and electrical work on the project to ensure it meets contractual obligations; maintain a hands-on approach to training, quality assurance and supporting sub-contractors' in-field work efforts.
• Review and be familiar with vendor requirements and assure that equipment is installed in a manner so as not to void warranties.
• Take proactive lead position in learning specific technical details for solar PV project racking installation details.
• Contribute to the development of detailed project management and construction plans and schedules.
• Take proactive lead position in learning specific technical details for solar PV project construction details.
• Maintain strong presence in front of sub-contractor(s), supporting and managing sub-contractors execution of work while maintain juwi solar's high quality standards.
• Assist in the hiring of competent field staff to ensure adequate resources are in place for effective and timely execution of projects.
• Manage project construction activities, ensuring Honor, Teamwork, Quality, Schedule, Cost, Safety, Environmental and Landowner requirements are met or exceeded.
• Ensure all quality assurance programs are fully administered and complied with.
• Complete final testing of installed project components; coordinate start-up and commissioning of plant with Commissioning Specialists.
• Direct the execution of work in accordance with approved contracts and ensure compliance.
• Provide a safe and secure project site for all project participants.
• Develop effective relationships with contractors, suppliers, landowners and the community.
• Develop effective and supportive relationships with colleagues.
• Provide supervision and guidance to subordinate staff.
• Become completely familiar with all project documents.
• Assist in developing the basic plan for executing and controlling the project.
• Assist in the preparation of project procedures.
• Assist in the preparation of the project budget.
• Assist in the preparation of the project schedule.
• Review plans and procedures periodically and institute changes if necessary.
• Participate in the selection of key project personnel.
• Review project manpower requirements.
• Coordinate all issues with client, JSI, and other team members.
• Review and maintain a system for decision-making within the project team whereby decisions are made at the proper level.
• Foster and develop a spirit of project team effort.
• Assist in resolution of differences or problems.
• Anticipate and avoid or minimize potential problems by maintaining current knowledge of overall site project status.
• Review project activities for conformity to all Code and Standard provisions.
• Maintain effective communications with all team members.

Qualifications:

• Accredited university degree (engineering or construction management preferred)
• Field experience in managing power projects is required.
• Working knowledge of state, federal and insurance regulations as well as requirements that apply to major power plant design and construction projects.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to develop management control programs.
• Perform cost/benefits analysis, both the short and long versions.
• Experience relating to computer processing of cost and schedule information.
• Be proficient in short and long range planning techniques.
• Excellent communication skills, both orally and in writing.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Positive ‘Can-do' attitude.
• Ability to plan, coordinate, and analyze situations.
• Thorough understanding of construction contracts and associated paperwork requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to give presentations and perform training in both the management and technical areas, in addition to developing such programs.
• Demonstrated people skills, both inside and outside the project team, such as motivation, team building, conflict resolution, and resource allocation.
• Demonstrated efficiency in managing multi-disciplinary tasks.

JSI is an equal opportunity employer, which means we offer equal treatment to all applicants. JSI prohibits discrimination, directly or indirectly, on the basis of race, gender, color, national origin, religion, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.