Airswift is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to act as the Owner’s Representative on utility-scale Solar and Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects. This role is responsible for overseeing EPC contractors, ensuring project delivery aligns with safety, quality, schedule, and budget expectations.
You will play a critical role in project execution from kickoff through commissioning and closeout, while maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders including landowners, regulatory bodies, and contractors.
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
- Partner with internal and contractor Safety teams to ensure best-in-class safety performance
- Act as Owner’s Representative, overseeing EPC contractors on utility-scale solar and BESS projects
- Manage overall project execution, including schedule, budget, scope, and deliverables
- Lead project lifecycle from kickoff through commissioning and closeout
- Maintain strong communication with landowners, addressing concerns proactively
- Coordinate with DEQ, AHJ, EPC contractors, and other stakeholders on environmental and community matters
- Oversee on-site contractors (QC, Safety, Commissioning), approving timesheets and deliverables
- Track construction progress, identify risks, and implement schedule recovery plans when needed
- Conduct daily safety walks and document/report findings
- Review and approve invoices, change orders, and milestones
- Ensure QA/QC compliance, minimizing punch list items and driving high-quality delivery
- Manage project documentation and reporting using systems such as Procore
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and accountability
Required Qualifications:
- Proven ability to manage EPC contractors and field teams
- Strong technical knowledge of solar and BESS construction
- Experience with QA/QC processes, inspections, and site operations
- Proficiency in Procore, Microsoft Excel, and field tools (e.g., drone technology, Google Earth)
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in large-scale renewable energy projects is highly desirable
- 5+ years in utility-scale solar, BESS, or substation construction management
- Strong knowledge of construction methods, standards, and regulations
- OSHA 30 certification required
- Bachelor’s degree preferred (not required)
- Ability to travel and be on-site 5 days/week
- Comfortable working in various site conditions
- FAA Part 107 license (or willingness to obtain)
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