Director of Construction Arlington

About the role

Expert Executive Recruiters (EER Global) is hiring a Senior Manager / Associate Director of Construction for a leading independent power producer focused on renewable energy development. The company develops, constructs, and operates utility-scale solar energy projects across Virginia, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Kentucky.

The position is based in the company's Arlington, Virginia headquarters. The role focuses on hands-on execution, contractor coordination, and field delivery, with exposure to strategic construction planning.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations and strategic direction of large utility-scale solar construction programs, and lead a team of high-performing professionals.
• Contribute to creating and maintaining construction policies and procedures.
• Establish and maintain supply chain relationships.
• Lead, manage, and develop staff across multiple utility-scale solar construction projects.
• Provide guidance and project leadership to help ensure projects meet or exceed company expectations.
• Direct external project vendors, including general contractors, A&E design teams, commissioning agents, and equipment suppliers.
• Set the strategic direction of construction projects and ensure alignment with company goals.
• Oversee project planning, execution, and completion to ensure delivery on time, within scope, and on budget.
• Lead and develop a team of construction professionals, including hiring.

Key facts

• The role focuses on utility-scale solar construction execution, contractor coordination, and field delivery.
• The company develops, constructs, and operates utility-scale solar energy projects.