Russel Tobin

Job Description 

Position Summary:

The senior site manager provides site leadership and manages the day-to-day operations on utility scale solar projects.  This includes efficiently managing the production of both company and subcontract crews working onsite.  The employee facilitates project planning and is responsible for ensuring that a safe, quality, and timely product is delivered.  The site manager will also be accountable for maintaining the project schedule, budget and contractual obligations.  The position will also require frequent customer engagement, construction document analysis, trade coordination, and meeting attendance.  The position requires great communication skills, analytical thinking, problem solving abilities, strong computer skills, and excellent knowledge of both AC and DC electrical work.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Cultivate safety as a core value throughout the company, supporting the corporate safety program and personnel.
• Assist project manager with developing project budget and estimating production rates.
• Perform accurate take-offs and inform/assist PM to achieve customer approval of required documents.
• Generate and submit RFI’s to PM for submission to customer.
• Receive, store, and protect project material and equipment, including owner furnished items; documenting and reporting any shortages and damage immediately.
• Oversee utilization of equipment assigned to project facility.
• Manage the successful completion of all installations from start to finish.
• Direct, coordinate, and manage electrical and underground crew activities to include timecard submission and cost coding
• Responsible for efficiency and success of crews in terms of maintaining schedule, profitability, and overall customer satisfaction.
• Track and report daily progress, notable events, and upcoming events.
• Assist project manager with weekly forecasting and/or look-ahead.

• Attend customer required meetings and address any questions that arise.

• Accountable for AHJ and Quality Assurance inspections successfully pass and are properly documented.
• Consult with project manager to resolve problems that arise due to inclement weather, emergencies, or other issues that may cause delays

• Ensure that all project records are accurate and adequately maintained.
• Provide support and assistance to other DSI divisions as needed.
• Support and encourage safety as a core value throughout the duration of the project.
• Demonstrate a professional demeanor and ensure all project personnel act professional.
• Handle special assignments and other duties as requested by leadership.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities):

• High School diploma or GED required; advanced education (preferred)
• Three or more years of construction management in utility scale solar required.
• NFPA 70E Certification (preferred)
• Familiar with OSHA regulations (required), OSHA training and certifications (preferred)
• Must have valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
• Must be able to work long and/or extended hours to include weekends, as needed, with ability to travel frequently.
• Familiar with local codes, AHJ standards, and NEC code.
• Requires a working knowledge of electrical contracting, including equipment utilized.
• Understands how to read and interpret contracts, plans, and specifications.
• Effective time management skills, understands how to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
• Collaborative work style and commitment to get the job done.