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Solar Construction Manager (Utility-Scale Projects)

Location: Candidates can live anywhere, open to candidates across the U.S. — 100% travel required

Employment Type: Long-term contract-to-hire

Salary: $90-95,000 + daily per diem

Travel Perks: 100% of All flights, hotels, and rental truck are prepaid; in addition to a daily food per diem of $80 for up to 7 days a week

About the Role

Join a leading solar tracking manufacturer and installation firm as a Solar Construction Manager, where you'll serve as a subject matter expert overseeing and/or instructing subcontracting construction companies in the installation of large-scale solar tracker systems across the country. This is a high-impact role for professionals with hands-on experience in utility-scale solar construction and a passion for delivering quality and safety.

What You’ll Do

• Lead and manage on-site construction activities, ensuring timely and high-quality installations of solar tracking systems.
• Collaborate with subcontractors, electricians, and labor crews to coordinate schedules, resolve issues, and maintain safety compliance.
• Interpret mechanical and electrical schematics to support installation workflows.
• Conduct and document safety meetings in alignment with OSHA standards.
• Support project planning including material takeoffs, sequencing, and subcontractor scope reviews.
• Communicate effectively with project managers, engineers, and clients to ensure alignment and transparency.
• Provide technical guidance on electrical and mechanical components to field teams.

What We’re Looking For

• 4+ years of experience in utility-scale solar construction, with 2+ years in a leadership role (Superintendent, Construction Manager, Owner Rep, or QC Manager).
• Strong understanding of solar tracker systems - hydraulic, mechanical, and electrical systems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and construction reporting tools.
• Excellent problem-solving and construction math skills.
• Proven leadership and client relationship management.
• Willingness to travel nationwide up to 100% of the time.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a mission-driven company shaping the future of solar energy.
• Enjoy full travel support including prepaid flights, hotels, and daily food per diem.
• Receive a company vehicle for use during travel.
• Paid holidays and vacation included.
• Opportunity to grow into a permanent leadership role.

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Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Bakersfield, CA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $90000.00 - $95000.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Bakersfield,CA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 28, 2026.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.