Job Position: Solar Foreman
Reports to: Construction Manager
Purpose: You will be the leader of the field teams; be responsible for planning and overseeing the completion of large commercial and industrial projects. Responsible for coordinating project resources, overseeing all field operations, monitor progress while keeping Knobelsdorff leadership informed from start to finish. Act as the liaison between the field and the construction team to ensure project is satisfactorily defined and implemented. Utilize an in depth understanding of Knobelsdorff processes and procedures to ensure projects are completed accurately, on-time and within budget.
Responsibilities
- Oversee self-performed and subcontracted efforts to ensure the work is in compliance with contract specifications and code requirements.
- Represent the company on-site, in the field, as the single point contact for projects assigned.
- Manage in-house crews and subcontractors performing work on projects assigned.
- Review employees time and expenses ensuring accuracy and accountability.
- Assist with material orders and deliveries in alignment with schedules.
- Work to reduce costs through good planning and timely execution of the work.
- Support the project team of all required documentation and deliverables required by customers.
- Ability to uphold and facilitate our safety policy and the documentation of safety incidents.
- Willingness to take responsibility for the supervision of the field teams of projects assigned while coordinating with the construction manager.
- Facilitate daily “Tailgate” meetings prior to work to discuss jobsite hazards, JHA completion, daily objections, and best practices.
- Experience with the development and adherence to project budgets and schedule.
- Oversee accurate and timely field reporting and communication.
- Manage quality control on the project site.
- Provide and assist with on-site training for field personnel.
- Coach/mentor employees while providing feedback on performance.
- Proven time management and organizational skills.
- Embrace KE values, understand the company mission and exemplify leadership behaviors.
- Independent work style and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
Qualifications
- The requirements listed in job descriptions are guidelines, not fixed rules. You do not have to satisfy every requirement or meet every qualification listed. If you feel you are an excellent candidate, we encourage you to apply!
- Journeyman License with 5+ years’ experience in the electrical industry as a Foreman or Project Lead, in an organization of similar or greater complexities with the capacity to understand and manage multiple solar projects, multiple customers and personnel.
- Experienced with electrical, and/or photovoltaic (solar) construction trades
- Knowledgeable of current electrical codes and best practices.
- Possess leadership skills and the ability to positively influence others, collaborate with teammates, listen, and understand people in circumstances common in the workplace.
- Good critical thinking skills and the capability to troubleshoot and make logical project minded decisions.
- Self-starter & team player
- Must be willing to travel to include overnight stays.
- Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license that represents a history of safe & competent driving.
- Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
Physical Requirements
- Must be able to sit, stand, kneel, stoop, walk, and sit for long periods of time
- Must be capable of working in inclement conditions to include extreme hot and cold temperatures.
- Must be physically capable of manually digging & back-filling holes and trenches.
- Must be physically capable of lifting and carrying up to 80 lbs.
- Accessibility: If you need accommodations as part of the employment process, please contact Knobelsdorff Human Resources at 651-923-4970or via email at HR@KEway.com.
Why Work for Knobelsdorff
In the early 1980s, in a small garage on a plot of family-owned land, Knobelsdorff Enterprises began. At the beginning KE was a small operation, serving local agricultural and industrial facilities. Three decades of hard work, and a commitment to excellence has grown KE into four divisions. Teamwork, and dedication to our core values has expanded our operations nationwide and have grown to surpass 200 employees. We continue to grow, and drive success with the same steadfast dedication, and core values since the start. Join us today!
- We offer our employees a career with plenty of room to grow. We offer customizable training programs, and educational stipends so employees can continue to develop.
- Great benefits with a wide selection of options to choose from. Our benefit package includes a competitive compensation and benefits package, including paid health, dental, life, long-term disability, vacation, and a 401(k)-retirement plan with company match
- We offer an unparalleled culture that allows employees a work/home balance that fits their lifestyle choices. We have paid vacation based on years of service, as well as unpaid vacation to meet your own work/life balance choices.
- We have full time work booked years in advance to offer you sustainable employment.
- For more about our culture visit our careers page at https://www.knobelsdorffenterprises.com/careers
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