Construction Manager - Chicago

Location: Chicago, IL (Local Candidates Only)

Contract Length: 12 Months (Potential for Extension)

Travel: Local travel within the Chicagoland area, occasional 1–2 night hotel stays 

 

Position Overview:

seeking a Construction Manager (CM) to support approximately 20 commercial solar projects across the Chicagoland area. This is a fast-paced, field-based role ideal for someone who is a go-getter, thrives in leadership positions, and can hit the ground running with minimal oversight.

 

Projects are primarily commercial rooftop solar installations (1MW and under) at well-known retail sites such as Lowe’s and Home Depot, with occasional ground mount systems.

 

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee construction across multiple active project sites

 

Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, and DSD internal teams

 

Monitor project timelines, budgets, and safety compliance

 

Conduct regular site inspections and quality checks

 

Manage documentation and daily reporting

 

Lead nighttime utility shutdowns when needed

 

Travel locally with occasional overnight stays (covered by DSD)

 

Qualifications:

2–3 years of experience in commercial solar construction

 

Strong electrical background highly preferred

 

Experience with quality assurance is a plus

 

Familiarity with rooftop and ground mount systems

 

EEP (Enterprise Execution Platform) experience is helpful but not required

 

Comfortable working independently and managing multiple jobs

 

Valid driver's license and reliable transportation required

 

Willingness to work nighttime shutdowns is essential

 

Start Date: ASAP

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Job Details
Location
Chicago , Illinois, United States
Job Type
Contract
Ref
259730
Posted
06 AUG 2025
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