Description

We are in search of an experienced individual with an outgoing, entrepreneurial spirit who can help lead a team towards profitability and performance as well as enhance customer relationships. The Solar Project Engineer will effectively engage with a project operations and sales team on all aspects of the construction project; safety, cost, material, schedule, subcontractors, changes, and quality. Responsibilities include building and strengthening relationships with new and existing customers, estimating, and supporting operations of construction projects while showing initiative to provide new value-added services to the Solar team and clients.

We are seeking a candidate for this role that is willing to work on out-of-state projects. Per diem for meals and lodging, an increased base salary, and a stipend to travel home will be provided.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

- Supervise self-perform & subcontractors on construction sites; be willing to travel and be temporarily assigned to remote sites during the construction phase.

- Provide support for sales and preconstruction services.

- Provide support for project scope development and estimating.

- Provide support for project buy-out, project management, and project close-out.

- Allocate resources effectively, including personnel, equipment, and materials, to ensure smooth project operations.

- Lead project schedules, productivity tracking, field reporting.

- Provide leadership and support developing efficient, high-level job site safety culture.

- Develop and maintain relationships with key customers, designers, and construction partners.

SKILLS

- Working knowledge of electrical systems.

- Willingness to travel as needed for projects and be temporarily assigned during construction phase.

- Demonstrate positive leadership, customer focus, estimating, and project management skills.

- Knowledge of safety best practices and procedures.

- Strong computer skills, especially in Microsoft Office.

- Ability to be dynamic, prioritize, handle multiple tasks and respond quickly to requests of customers, superintendents and construction partners.

- Ability to identify client needs and bid and manage the work from conceptual stage through completion.

- Positive attitude and willingness to learn and adapt to unique job requirements.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

- Two-Five (2-5) or more years' experience working in the solar industry; construction experience with electrical focus preferred

- Successful history of managing multiple projects and customers simultaneously

- A bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Civil, Mechanical, Electrical engineering preferred

Interested parties should apply on our website at www.rlgbuilds.com/careers

GEM Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.