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Solarado Roofing & Solar · 5 days ago

Solar Installation - Superintendent / Project Manager

Sacramento, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Solarado Roofing & Solar is seeking an experienced Solar Installation Superintendent / Project Manager to lead and execute residential and commercial solar projects throughout Northern California. This hybrid leadership role combines field supervision, project management, and hands-on installation work, ensuring quality control and compliance throughout the project lifecycle.

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Responsibilities

Perform hands-on installation work for solar PV, electrical, and battery systems as needed

Lead by example on job sites, setting installation, safety, and quality standards

Support crews during complex installs, tight timelines, or staffing gaps

Ensure proper integration between roofing and solar installations

Oversee multiple active projects simultaneously

Manage in-house crews and subcontractors

Conduct pre-job site walks and installation readiness checks

Ensure job sites are properly staged with materials, equipment, and safety controls

Build and manage install schedules based on workflow and capacity

Coordinate inspections with AHJs and utilities (PG&E, SMUD, etc.)

Communicate daily priorities and weekly schedules with crews and office staff

Adjust plans in real time to address weather, inspections, and field conditions

Ensure installations comply with NEC and California Electrical Code, Local AHJ requirements, Utility interconnection standards, Manufacturer installation guidelines

Perform quality inspections, punch lists, and final walkthroughs

Verify system commissioning, labeling, and operational performance

Enforce OSHA safety and fall protection standards

Conduct toolbox talks and safety briefings

Ensure proper PPE and electrical safety practices

Document incidents and corrective actions as needed

Serve as the primary field point of contact during installation

Communicate timelines, progress, and field changes clearly

Coordinate closely with sales, engineering, permitting, and operations

Assist with warranty, service, and post-install support when required

Track project progress, labor hours, and completion milestones

Submit daily and weekly field reports

Identify risks, change orders, and cost impacts early

Support job close-out and final documentation

Qualification

Solar installation experienceBattery storage systemsProject managementCrew managementElectrical code complianceLeadership skillsOrganizational skillsProblem-solving skills

Required

5+ years of hands-on solar installation experience with increasing leadership responsibility

Proven ability to both install and manage solar projects

Strong understanding of: Residential and commercial solar PV systems, Battery storage systems (Tesla, Enphase, Sol-Ark, etc.), Electrical, structural, and roofing interface requirements

Experience managing crews and subcontractors

Ability to read and interpret plans, single-line diagrams, and structural details

Working knowledge of AHJ inspections and utility PTO processes

Valid driver's license

Strong leadership, organization, and problem-solving skills