Director, Construction
AvantusSan Diego, California
Full Time
Posted May 4, 2026
$195k - $230k
Solar Energy
Remote
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Job Description
The Director of Construction oversees the planning, management, and execution of utility-scale solar energy projects from design through commercial operation, ensuring timely, cost-effective, and compliant project delivery while leading internal teams and external partners.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead day-to-day EPC team functions from design through commercial operation for solar projects.
- Oversee the overall construction of projects, ensuring successful completion.
- Manage relationships with EPCs, equity partners, and key stakeholders.
- Control project costs, cash flow, and schedule through risk mitigation and change order negotiations.
- Manage owner-furnished equipment deliveries and project connections.
- Oversee commissioning to meet project milestones and contractual obligations.
- Negotiate and execute change orders, amendments, and contracts during construction.
- Develop and maintain project budgets, cash flows, and milestone schedules.
- Support pre-construction activities including RFP review, constructibility assessments, and procurement coordination.
- Coordinate with internal teams on permitting, financing, and scope execution during early project phases.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in business, engineering, environmental science, law or construction management.
- 10 years of experience in construction project management in solar development or utility infrastructure projects.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, manage and mentor a lean team.
- Experience with a solar developer or Independent Power Producer (IPP) preferred.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to evaluate priorities and multi-task accordingly while keeping others apprised of status with respect to deadlines.
- Ability to identify problems and discrepancies, independently perform research and analysis of causes, and recommend corrective actions.
- Ability to work on multiple projects across various design and construction phases.
- Must be detail and results-oriented with an ability to work in a cross-functional, fast-paced, and constantly evolving environment as well as extended hours, as required.
- Strong team player skills to work in concert with the development team, finance team, engineering, and procurement teams.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Schedule software such as MS Project or Sitetracker experience a plus.
Benefits & Perks
Competitive compensation with a base salary range of $195,288 to $229,750 USD, plus bonus and benefits
Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO)
Comprehensive medical and dental plan options
401(k) matching
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