Construction Manager
Blue Ridge Power is a full-service EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) company for solar projects across the United States, offering integrated engineering, a qualified professional labor force, and an expansive fleet of equipment to serve the needs of our clients. Headquartered in Asheville, NC, with offices in Fayetteville, NC, and Lexington, SC. Blue Ridge Power has installed 8 GW of solar infrastructure throughout the country and employs about 700 team members. Learn more at blueridgepower.com.
Blue Ridge Power (BRP) is seeking a Construction Manager to join our team! The Construction Manager will be responsible for the project execution of multiple small to large-scale solar utility projects. The Construction Manager must be proactive to prevent potential problems and work toward mitigation of any issues impacting safety, construction, schedule, and cost. This position is designated as a safety-sensitive position.
This position is 100% travel and offers per diem while working on our project sites. Site states include but are not limited to: North Carolina, Virginia, Michigan, Maryland, Indiana, Kentucky, Texas, Mississippi, Louisiana, and South Carolina.
We have multiple openings available with projects starting in North Carolina and Virginia.
What You'll Do:
- Execute, oversee, and optimize the pre-construction specifics of multiple portfolios/projects.
- Supervise and/or coordinate safety programs, engineering, construction, budget, analysis, and contract administration.
- Ensure the safety program is followed across all responsible projects.
- Assist with change, risk, and quality management.
- Conduct construction progress inspections at sites before, during, and after active construction for quality control and progress reporting.
- Interact daily with contractors and consultants to help and guide in preparing and coordinating deliverables. Deliverables include scope of work, capital need assessments, contract documents, schedule of values, submittals, contracts, applications, and permitting.
- Communicate with stakeholders as needed.
- Verify constructability, and resource allocations, assess field status of projects, and resolve issues as needed.
- Work closely with partners to develop estimates and evaluate budgets.
- Oversee the project timeline and progress of the pre-construction process through to closing and hand-off to our field teams.
- Manage all aspects of the project schedule as it relates to permitting, material purchase and delivery, and the construction process.
- Assist with project engineering plan design review, evaluation, and implementation.
- Assist with contractor payment requests.
- Facilitate defining a scope of work, construction goals, and stakeholder deliverables for each project.
- Achieve the project objectives and control construction phase risk by applying current performance pros and cons to upcoming projects to ensure the highest probability of accuracy in the scopes, quality in materials, schedules, and costs.
- Multi-document review and quality control related to guiding agency requirements.
- Attend and lead pre-construction meetings via conference calls and in-person meetings.
- Identify potential problems and corrective actions that must be implemented on current and future work promptly.
- Maintain accurate records by monitoring all document changes and costs associated.
Must-Haves:
- 5+ years' experience in Solar PV Construction.
- 5+ years' experience in a Construction Manager/Site Superintendent level position or higher.
- Experience in the Solar Industry is required.
- EPC experience required.
- Experience with managing staff and subcontractors on construction projects.
- Ability to effectively communicate expectations, goals, and concerns to subcontractors and project management team members.
- Ability to review and understand multi-trade construction drawings and specifications, as well as construction best practices across an array of trades, including surveying, civil, structural, thermal and moisture protection, and electrical construction.
- Ability to work independently, multi-task, make decisions, prioritize, and meet assigned deadlines in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
- Strong work ethic, a high degree of detail orientation, and an extreme sense of urgency.
Education and Certifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in construction management preferred.
- Must possess and maintain a current valid driver's license required.
Working Environment and Physical Demand:
- This position is 100% travel and offers per diem while working on our project site(s).
- The position requires travel to our project site(s).
- Must possess reliable transportation.
- Able to travel for extended periods to various locations.
- Must be able to comply with all company safety standards and procedures, including OSHA requirements.
- Must follow organization policies and procedures.
- Individuals in this position work in an outdoor environment and must be able to tolerate all climates.
- Must be able to sit, stoop, kneel, bend, stand, or walk short to long distances for 8-10 hours daily.
- Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Blue Ridge Power believes in taking care of our employees by offering benefits that support their physical, mental, and financial well-being.
Our comprehensive benefits package includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Matching 401k, Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays, Training and Development, Tuition Reimbursement, Hybrid Work Options, Remote Work Options, Dog-Friendly Offices, and much more!
Blue Ridge Power supports organizations local to our offices in Fayetteville, NC, and Asheville, NC, including the school systems, environmental groups, athletics, youth organizations, and more.
Blue Ridge Power is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the workplace.
Blue Ridge Power does not accept any unsolicited resumes or referrals from any third-party recruiting firms or agencies.
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At Blue Ridge Power, we're excited to announce an opening for a Construction Manager in beautiful Asheville, North Carolina! As a full-service EPC company specializing in solar projects, we have a reputation for delivering outstanding results across the United States. In this pivotal role, you'll oversee multiple solar utility projects, ensuring everything runs smoothly from pre-construction through to completion. You'll need to wear multiple hats, tackling project execution while maintaining a keen eye on safety, the budget, and the schedule. Your experience in solar PV construction and your proactive approach will be essential in mitigating any potential issues along the way. Plus, with 100% travel to various states, including North Carolina, Virginia, and beyond, you'll experience new places while contributing to sustainable energy solutions. Not only will you be liaising with contractors and consultants, but you'll guide your teams through the intricacies of project management, documentation reviews, and quality control. At Blue Ridge Power, we thrive on collaboration, communication, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in solar energy. You’ll also enjoy a solid benefits package, including medical and dental, a 401k match, and generous paid time off, making it clear we value our employees just as much as the important work we do! If you’re ready to take your career to the next level with a company that prioritizes innovation and teamwork, we’d love to hear from you.
When you need a company to manage the build-out of your solar project, you can rely on the team at Blue Ridge Power to get it done. We are one of the largest independent EPC solar contractors in the country with full-scale solar energy solutions i...
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