Nelnet Renewable Energy began from Nelnet, a company that started 40-plus years ago with a purpose to serve our customers and communities. Over the years, our corporate color green has taken on new meaning as we’ve applied multiple capabilities to our passion for supporting a transition to renewable energy. Learn more about who we are, what we do – and the many ways we can help you achieve your sustainability and financial goals.
Nelnet is a diversified and innovative company committed to enriching lives through the power of service as a student loan servicer, professional services company, consumer loan originator and servicer, payments processor, renewable energy solutions, and K-12 and higher education expert.
With our rapid growth, our team is ready to welcome an experienced and driven person to join our commercial operations team to manage and oversee the successful planning and installation of large-scale commercial projects. The Commercial Superintendent will efficiently coordinate solar installations from the Project Manager’s handoff to utility completion and beyond. The ideal candidate is someone with a construction background (electrical, solar installation, or HVAC), who can efficiently manage multiple projects and foremen simultaneously, and who has strong customer service skills. The candidate must also show a strong sense of teamwork, as our company relies on working together to accomplish goals.
*This position will be based out of the Lawrenceville, IL area. Candidates must live within a reasonable driving distance of the area.
*Pay range for this role is $80,000-$95,000 annually, depending on experience.
Directly manage subcontractors, Foremen and Job Site Leads
Monitor site progress and QA/QC work performed
Verify milestone completions
Train foreman and site leads in proper procedures and company policies
Delegate tasks to meet milestones and schedule deadlines
Plan weekly team calls
Report progress to upper management, project managers, and customers weekly (or as needed)
Actively update the project schedule in Podio/CRM
Schedule installation tasks
Coordinate equipment for job site needs (GRNE-owned or rented equipment)
Coordination and review/collection of commissioning documentation
Additional duties as assigned
EDUCATION:
EXPERIENCE:
3-8 years of experience as a construction superintendent (required)
4-5 years carpentry or electrical experience (preferred)
3 years of large-scale project management or construction management experience (required)
2-5 years of managing commercial solar installations (strongly preferred)
AutoCAD experience (preferred)
COMPETENCIES – SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES:
Knowledge of all aspects/components of a commercial solar installation
Ability to train/manage/develop employees
Proven experience in managing a team of at least ten to complete a task efficiently
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, problem-solving, and communication skills
Proven demonstration of navigating fast-paced positions with the ability to adapt quickly to change
Skills with a variety of hand/power tools
Reliable transportation and tools necessary to complete installation tasks
Capability to travel for project-specific work
Comfortable working on rooftops of any height/pitch
Time management & organizational skills
Ability to lift, pull, and push materials to complete assigned job task
Strong understanding of commercial & solar regulations
Ability to meet hard and fast deadlines
Strong teamwork skills
Strong attention to detail
A clean driving record and valid driver’s license
Professional appearance
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Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, HSA and FSA, generous earned time off, 401K/student loan repayment, life insurance & AD&D insurance, employee assistance program, employee stock purchase program, tuition reimbursement, performance-based incentive pay, short- and long-term disability, and a robust wellness program. Click here to learn more about our benefits: LINK (http://nelnetinc.com/careers/benefits/) .
Nelnet is an Equal Opportunity Employer, complies with Executive Order 11246, and takes affirmative action to ensure that qualified applicants are employed, and that employees are treated during employment, without regard to race, color, religion/creed, national origin, gender, or sex, marital status, age, disability, use of a guide dog or service animal, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by Federal or State law or local ordinance.
Qualified individuals with disabilities who require reasonable accommodations in order to apply or compete for positions at Nelnet may request such accommodations by contacting Corporate Recruiting at 402-486-5725 or corporaterecruiting@nelnet.net .
Nelnet is a Drug Free and Tobacco Free Workplace.
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