one tech engineering

Director of Construction

Salary
Permanent
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Shawboro, North Carolina

One Tech Engineering is searching for a Director of Construction for a position located in Jackson, Ohio; Hamburg, Arkansas; and Shawboro, North Carolina. The Director of Construction will oversee all construction activities from Notice to Proceed (NTP) through Commercial Operation Date (COD), ensuring safe, high-quality, on-time, and on-budget delivery.


The candidate must be a US Citizen or a green card holder, the position is not eligible for sponsorship. The candidate should have 10-15+ years of construction experience, including 5+ years in utility-scale solar EPC projects.


Director of Construction Responsibilities:
  • Lead all field operations for utility-scale solar projects (20MW–500MW+).
  • Oversee installation of PV modules, trackers, inverters, DC/AC systems, substations, and balance of plant (BOP).
  • Direct site superintendents and field teams to ensure efficient execution.
  • Own site-level execution of EPC contracts, including scope, schedule, and cost.
  • Drive construction schedules aligned with contractual milestones (NTP to COD).
  • Manage field budgets, labor productivity, and cost controls to protect margin.
  • Support change order development, claims management, and contract compliance.
  • Manage and coordinate subcontractors across civil, mechanical, and electrical scopes.
  • Ensure subcontractor performance, safety compliance, and adherence to contract terms.
  • Oversee material deliveries, inventory control, and site logistics (modules, racking, transformers, inverters).
  • Champion a zero-incident safety culture; enforce OSHA and company HSE standards.
  • Conduct safety audits, toolbox talks, and incident investigations.
  • Ensure compliance with permits, environmental regulations, and AHJ requirements.
  • Implement QA/QC programs to ensure all installations meet engineering and manufacturer standards.
  • Oversee mechanical completion, pre-commissioning, and commissioning activities.
  • Coordinate with commissioning teams and utilities for testing, energization, and grid interconnection.
  • Serve as the primary on-site representative to the client/owner and third-party stakeholders.
  • Provide regular reporting on schedule, cost, risk, and progress.
  • Resolve field issues proactively to maintain client satisfaction and project momentum.

Requirements for the Director of Construction:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (preferred).
  • 10-15+ years of construction experience, including 5+ years in utility-scale solar EPC projects.
  • Demonstrated success delivering large-scale solar farms under EPC contracts.
  • Strong knowledge of electrical systems, substations, and grid interconnection processes.
  • Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., Procore, Primavera P6, MS Project).
  • EPC project execution and contract management expertise.
  • Strong field leadership and team development.
  • Financial acumen with focus on cost control and margin protection.
  • Advanced problem-solving in fast-paced construction environments.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
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Sawyer Moon
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