APPLICANTS ONLY - NO RECRUITERS PLEASE Harvest Solar, an equal opportunity employer, is a Michigan-based company that provides cost-effective renewable energy for agriculture, commercial, and utility customers yielding more energy independence by utilizing solar energy. We believe in energy independence and a sustainable future for our children and grandchildren. Our purpose is to empower people to create and use renewable energy by providing them with the best‐in‐class service, products, and experience. Position Title and Purpose of Position We are seeking a Director of Construction who, under the direction of the Vice President of Operations and in full compliance with the associate handbook and all applicable laws, rules, and regulations provides management and oversight to the construction program. The Director of Construction leads the construction department towards execution of a strategic plan that’s related to construction. The position establishes priorities and determines resource allocation for the effective and efficient delivery of multiple projects simultaneously. Salary The salary range for this role is $120,000.00 to 150,000.000 USD, salary commensurate with experience. An Annual Bonus Target representing 10% of your annual base salary/annual wages is paid based on meeting both organizational and individual targets. Major Responsibilities of Position • Ensure “as-built” documentation is provided to Engineering in a timely fashion. Use the findings to recommend continuous improvement. • Tracking and controlling the construction schedules and the associated costs for achieving project completion within the budget and time allotted. • Reporting to the senior management on the progress of a project and necessary modifications to be executed. • Supervising immediate subordinates (Electricians, Crew Leaders) to manage installers, subcontractors and schedules that are related to the daily construction issues of a project. • Review and pproval of weekly time sheets including oversight of prevailing wage work plans to actual time worked. • Manage the schedule for all self-performing personnel through direct oversight of the Operations Manager (scheduler) • Reviewing progress reports, checking reported difficulties and correcting any safety violation, quality issues or other deficiencies. • Review of blueprints for brand quality standards and construction feasibility • Tracking/Notation of all project progression • Create/Implement procedures and forms for more effective project completion • Review and coordinate equipment estimates as necessary for project completion • Coordinate with vendors on necessary estimates, deliveries and concerns if they should arise • Carry out a review of work progress on a regular basis • Analyze, manage, and mitigate risks to our projects and Harvest. • Make sure that construction standards are of high quality and ensure the use of proper construction techniques • Plan, as well as make decisions to prevent problems and any emerging ones • Act as Apprentice Committee member offering guidance and feedback to Apprentices to ensure their engagement in the program. • Make hire, discipline and termination recommendations in alignment with company policy and procedures. • Support the safety policies to achieve the goal of “zero lost time accidents”. • Use the training matrix and employee/installer review process to develop the construction crews into professional solar installers. • Other duties as assigned. THE ABOVE STATEMENTS ARE INTENDED TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK PERFORMED BY INDIVIDUALS ASSIGNED TO THIS POSITION. THEY ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS. The successful candidate will have: (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Attributes) • The ability to handle all the challenges that are connected to the project and the willingness to work the time required to resolve. • Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously while remaining aware of completion dates and understanding management principles and time management. • Ability to resolve personal issues between a variety of workers from various backgrounds. • Ability to communicate job assignments with a variety of workers from various backgrounds. • Ability to build and maintain relationships with all levels of associates, customers, and suppliers. • Ability to influence others, identify and overcome objections. • Ability to grasp concepts quickly and communicate effectively across team members. • Ability to proactively solve problems and be solution oriented. • Strong organizational skills • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with and manage cross-functional teams. • Ethics and integrity of the highest degree • Must have a positive, can-do attitude. • Good written and verbal communication skills • Understanding of code compliance: NEC, IBC and Michigan residential code • Strong architectural document understanding/application and construction verbiage. • Proficiency in Windows Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint) and Outlook • Familiar with Procore or other project management software a plus Educational and Certification Background Valid State Driver’s license. Ability to obtain CDL certification. High school diploma or GED; bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, construction or building science, preferred. Ten years of work experience in construction positions of increasing responsibility. Work Environment • Office Environment 70% of the time: Busy office with frequent interruptions and multi-tasking required; standard office equipment is available including Microsoft Office. • Travel Required 20% of the time: Position supports job site activities therefore daily and overnight travel is required. Harvest values our employee’s work life balance and whenever possible, overnight travel is Monday through Friday. Hotel and transportations costs are covered. Additionally, food per diem is paid for overnight stays. • Shop Environment 10% of the time: Position supports shop activities therefore, exposure to industrial safety hazards, loud and sudden noises, hot/humid and cold conditions. Benefit Offerings Harvest Solar employees are eligible for the following benefits programs: Immediately after Hire: • Nine Paid Holidays per Year. Including: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, and Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Years Eve. • Paid Vacation: Vacation time is accrued each week at a rate of 1.693 to achieve 88 hours in the calendar year. Unused vacation can be paid out and/or up to 40 unused hours can be rolled over at year end. In 2025 you will accrue 49 hours. • Paid Time Off (PTO): 72 Hours are available each year on January 1. PTO Is available to assist you in managing your time off work for personal appointments. PTO does not rollover, nor is it paid out at the end of the year, unused PTO is forfeited. In the first year of employment available hours are prorated based on the date of hire. The First of the Month after the Date of Hire: • Health Insurance. The premiums are a shared expense with 80% covered by Harvest Solar and 20% covered by the associate via a weekly payroll deduction. Premiums are based on level of coverage, i.e., Associate only, Associate & Spouse, Associate & Child(ren), Family). • Option 1: UnitedHealthcare, Choice Plus HSA 2000 Plan • Members can seek care from in-network and out-of-network providers. • Preventive care covered 100% when received in-network. • Tier 1 Providers provide members the greatest value. • HSA compatible health plan. An HSA is a tax-deductible savings account used in conjunction with the health plan. Contribution limits are determined by the IRS. Harvest Solar will make the following weekly deposit into your HSA account based on the coverage options: Associate: $10.64; Associate & Spouse: $27.25; Associate & Child(ren): $21.65; Family: $37.55 • Option 2: UnitedHealthcare, Choice Plus 500 Plan • Members can seek care from in-network and out-of-network providers. • Preventive care covered 100% when received in-network. • Tier 1 Providers provide members the greatest value. • Not an HSA compatible health plan). • Dental Insurance The premiums are a shared expense with 80% covered by Harvest Solar and 20% covered by the associate via a weekly payroll deduction. Premiums are based on level of coverage, i.e., Associate only, Associate & Spouse, Associate & Child(ren), Family). • Vision Insurance: The premiums are a shared expense with 80% covered by Harvest Solar and 20% covered by the associate via a weekly payroll deduction. Premiums are based on level of coverage, i.e., Associate only, Associate & Spouse, Associate & Child(ren), Family). • Group Life Insurance: $50,000.00 of group life insurance, with and Accident Death clause. Premiums are covered by Harvest Solar • Group Short Term Disability: 60% of your earnings, with a $1,000.00 weekly maximum, are available for injury or illness after a seven-day waiting period. Premiums are covered by Harvest Solar. • Voluntary Supplemental Programs: Accident, Critical illness, and Hospital Indemnity are available at the associate’s expense. Plans are organized through Allstate and premiums are paid through payroll deduction. The First of the Month After 90-Days of Employment: • Harvest Solar 401k Plan: Associates are auto enrolled at a 3% deferral rate. The plan is administered by Vestwell. Auto enrolled contribution is invested in a “Retire-On-Time” plan. Once enrolled, the associate may make changes that include: • Increasing the Deferral Rate to the Applicable IRS Limits: A company match is available. When the associate defers 3%, Harvest Solar matches 3%. When the associate defers 4%, the Harvest Solar the first 3.5%. When the associate defers 5%, Harvest Solar matches the first 4%. • Changing the Account Type: Both a pre-tax and Roth account is available. • Changing the Investment Type: The plan offers standard plans to address risk or age of retirement, or the associate can customize their own investment.
See More Details >>Harvest Solar, an equal opportunity employer, is a Michigan-based company that provides cost-effective renewable energy for agriculture, commercial, and utility customers yielding more energy independence by utilizing solar energy. We believe in energy independence and a sustainable future for our children and grandchildren. Our purpose is to empower people to create and use renewable energy by providing them with the best‐in‐class service, products, and experience. Position Title and Purpose of Position Harvest Solar is seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Construction Estimator to join our team. This position is critical to the success of our commercial and utility-scale solar projects and will play a key role in developing accurate cost estimates for large projects. The Estimator will be responsible for analyzing project specifications, reviewing historical data and current market pricing, and collaborating across departments to generate comprehensive cost proposals. In addition, this role will monitor and track budgets throughout the construction lifecycle and provide valuable feedback to management to inform project strategy and business planning. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in math and data analysis, be proficient in spreadsheets and estimating software, and have the ability to interpret technical specifications related to solar PV systems. Salary The salary range for this role is $70,000.00 to 90,000.00USD, salary commensurate with experience. An Annual Bonus Target representing 5% of your annual base salary/annual wages is paid based on meeting both organizational and individual targets. Major Responsibilities of Position • Analyze project plans, specifications, and technical documents to develop accurate cost estimates. • Develop detailed cost breakdowns for materials, labor, subcontractor services, equipment, overhead, and margins. • Create and maintain up-to-date unit cost databases and price benchmarks for solar-specific scopes (e.g., racking, modules, inverters, foundations, trenching, etc.). • Evaluate vendor and subcontractor quotes for accuracy and alignment with project requirements. • Research and source market pricing for equipment, commodities, and services relevant to solar projects. • Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and construction departments to ensure estimates reflect the most current design and execution approach. • Prepare proposal documentation, including bid forms and pricing sheets for RFP submissions. • Work closely with project managers, engineers, procurement specialists, and executives to ensure estimates align with project expectations and business goals. • Participate in project kickoff meetings to explain the cost structure and estimation rationale to project teams. • Solicit input and feedback from field teams on previous project cost performance to inform future estimates. • Serve as a key liaison between the estimating department and other internal stakeholders. • Support the handoff of awarded projects from estimating to construction teams with clearly documented budgets and assumptions. • Track project costs during construction and compare actuals to estimated values, flagging variances and providing timely reporting. • Analyze completed project financials to evaluate estimate accuracy and refine future cost modeling. • Recommend process improvements and cost-saving measures based on project learnings and financial performance. • Provide regular reporting to leadership on bid pipeline, estimating accuracy, market trends, and margin performance. • Develop forecasting models and cost trend analysis to assist with strategic planning. • Strong mathematical and analytical skills • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and estimating software (e.g., Procore, RSMeans, Bluebeam, ProEst, or similar). • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and technical documents. • Excellent communication and collaboration skills across technical and non-technical teams. • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple bids and timelines simultaneously. • Other duties as assigned. THE ABOVE STATEMENTS ARE INTENDED TO DESCRIBE THE GENERAL NATURE AND LEVEL OF WORK PERFORMED BY INDIVIDUALS ASSIGNED TO THIS POSITION. THEY ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE AN EXHAUSTIVE LIST OF ALL RESPONSIBILITIES, DUTIED REQUIREMENTS. The successful candidate will have: (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Other Attributes) • High Expectation of confidentiality. • Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily completing tasks both effectively and efficiently. • Ability to document processes and continuous improvement activities. • Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. • Ability to communicate effectively and constructively with other team members and disciplines both verbally and in written form. • Working knowledge of office management systems and procedures. • Strong organizational, planning and prioritization skills. • Strong written and verbal communication skills. • Attention to detail, follow-up for results and basic problem-solving skills. • Ability multi-task ensuring the work is completed effectively and efficiently. • Proficient use of Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, etc.), email etiquette and ability to learn software. • Ability to work well individually and as part of a team. Educational and Certification Background • Valid State Driver’s License • Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Finance, or a related field is preferred. • 3+ years of experience in construction estimating, preferably in solar or electrical construction Work Environment • Occasional overnight travel to support procurement efforts, satellite offices, or attend industry-related events. Transportations costs are covered for travel. • Office Environment 100% of the time: Busy office with frequent interruptions and multi-tasking required; standard office equipment is available including Microsoft Office. This is an in-person role, Harvest does not have a work from home policy. Paid Time Off (PTO) is available to assist you with managing your time out of the office. • Occasional commercial construction setting with construction terrain and exposure to weather fluctuations in addition to construction site hazards.
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