Director, Construction

Polar Energy Services Full Time Mississauga, ON $130,000 - $160,000 CAD per year

Polar Racking Inc. is a North American leader in the design, engineering and manufacturing of PV mounting systems. We are at the forefront of PV innovation, leading the industry in cutting-edge design with a focus on continuous innovation, with a vision to deliver the highest value to our clients at the lowest cost per kWh. Our diversified portfolio of ground mount products for the commercial and utility scale markets, coupled with our unique suite of engineering collaboration tools, technical services, and installation support, allows us to deliver turnkey solutions that are modular, lighter, and quicker to install. We support our North American clients from multiple locations in North America.

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Director of Construction to lead our construction services team. This pivotal role involves overseeing all aspects of construction projects, ensuring high-quality installations, and fostering strong relationships with clients and stakeholders. The Director will supervise the Senior Project Manager and be responsible for strategic planning, execution, and operational excellence across multiple projects.

Principle Responsibilities/Key Results Areas

• Managing the program lifecycle of solar racking systems, including carport, single axis tracker, and EV charging projects.
• Overseeing all phases from inception to completion, ensuring compliance with customer requirements, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve project goals.
• Take over program management of carport, single-axis tracker, and EV charging projects.
• Manage projects through the complete life cycle from inception to completion, including timing, concept, feasibility, design, manufacturing, try-out, launch, buy-off, budget, and engineering changes.
• Work with engineers to develop and improve racking designs and costs.
• Verify racking designs and concepts to meet all specified customer requirements.
• Coordinate customer requests for drawing updates and/or design changes.
• Coordinate program vendor activities, including design, tooling, and parts suppliers, to ensure cost, delivery, and quality targets are met according to customer requirements and standards.
• Follow up as required to ensure project timing and quality standards.
• Work with engineering to develop and improve installation and maintenance manuals.
• Provide technical support for continuous improvement of product and manufacturing processes, including recommending and implementing new technology and processes.
• Travel to solar sites to work with customers, answer concerns, and provide feedback to engineering for improvement.
• Lead the local team as well as regional leads globally, providing guidance and making good decisions.
• Lead cross-functional team meetings as required.
• Hold the team accountable to deadlines and tasks.
• Establish, plan, and execute timing, resources, quality, budgets, and manufacturing performance objectives to meet customer, people, and investor targets.
• Ensure prototype and production tools, processes, early builds, and production parts meet targeted cost, quality, and timing constraints.
• Responsible for robust project quotations for costing and tooling, both prototype and production, for approval.
• Ensure any changes to Bills of Material, tooling, costing, pricing, and/or processes are properly documented, communicated, and implemented effectively with the appropriate departments, personnel, customers, and suppliers.
• Keep up to date on customer requirements and communicate them to the team.
• Responsible for team member training, development, and goal setting.
• Able to attract new business and support bringing in additional sales.
• Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Office programs.
• Follows and complies with all operational procedures/policies as stated in the Employee Handbook.
• Required to adhere to all Health and Safety programs in accordance to all local laws requirements where performing work. Follows and ensures the Company’s procedures regarding safety rules and regulations are followed throughout their assigned area.
• Travel to project sites, business meetings, and tradeshow, as needed and required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree/diploma in Project Management, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering or related field
• A minimum of 7 years' experience in project management preferably in the solar industry, or foundation installation and related fields
• Knowledge of foundation technologies and associated best practices is an asset.
• Experience managing construction projects from design through completion on schedule and within budget, working extensively with subcontractors.
• Experience in cost control and budget management on construction projects.
• Ability to influence key stakeholder, excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively work with team members, engineers and project stakeholders
• Experience in managing multiple projects concurrently
• Excellent organizational, time management, leadership and problem solving skills
• Knowledge of applicable codes, regulations and best practices related to site construction
• PMP certification is considered an asset but not required

Why Polar Racking?

Join our team and become part of a dynamic company at the forefront of the renewable energy sector. In addition to competitive compensation, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including RRSP contributions, generous vacation time, and the opportunity for career growth.

As a valued member of our team, you'll also enjoy perks such as a company vehicle and a collaborative, fun work environment where innovation and teamwork are celebrated. If you're passionate about making a positive impact in the world while working with a supportive team, we invite you to apply and embark on an exciting journey with us.

We value an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace.