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Site Manager

Apex Clean Energy


Job Location:

Charlottesville, VA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 1 October 2026 (2 days ago)
Application Deadline: 29 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Apex seeks a Site Manager to join us and work with our team of onsite construction managers to help lead the construction of utility-scale wind energy solar energy and/or battery storage projects to support our portfolio across the United States. As a Site Manager at Apex you will be located on-site at a project throughout its construction lifecycle (typically 12-18 months). These projects are located in various parts of the United States. Reporting to and supporting the Field Operations Manager this role will help to manage relationships with various stakeholders and interface with other groups of the Engineering & Construction Department.

Our Site Managers occupy a multi-faceted role and provide technical support for projects entering into and under construction for utility-scale renewable energy projects. The position requires cross-functional skills as youll be performing a variety of field level tasks supporting various site team disciplines and collaborating with site team and home office team members. You will collaborate with third-party engineering firms and effectively put together solutions to project issues interfacing with renewable energy equipment OEMs and providing technical support as needed. Youll be assigned to a specific project so travel is a must. You will be expected to support and coordinate with local officials and the community site project facilities and ensure that quality standards are met during field evaluations and construction.

Our ideal candidate is an individual who wants to grow within the renewable energy business is action-oriented a hard-working team player who can jump in and support projects from a variety of angles. This position requires excellent communication and writing skills as well as the ability to balance priorities and shift needs on the go. A passion for renewable energy is a must.

Primary Responsibilities

  • Site Leadership & Field Execution Lead day-to-day site activities throughout construction ensuring work is executed safely in accordance with approved plans and specifications and in alignment with project schedule quality and commercial objectives.
  • Ownership Representation Serve as the primary on-site representative of Apexs interests as project owner upholding Apexs core values and ensuring the long-term quality and reliability of the asset are prioritized in all field decisions.
  • Field Oversight & Inspection Management Oversee and coordinate field inspection activities across civil mechanical and electrical scopes. Ensure inspections are performed properly documented and followed through to resolution. Typically oversee a multidisciplinary inspection team of approximately four inspectors per project.
  • QA/QC & Reporting Ensure required QA/QC documentation inspection records deficiencies punch lists and corrective actions are maintained and resolved. Establish and maintain an appropriate reporting cadence with the Field Operations Manager and project team escalating significant quality schedule safety or execution issues promptly.
  • Contractor & OEM Management Maintain strong proactive working relationships with the primary construction contractor equipment OEMs engineering firms and other key project stakeholders. Communicate expectations clearly resolve field issues efficiently and ensure construction activities support both safe execution and the long-term reliability of the completed asset.
  • Safety Leadership & Incident Review Promote a strong site safety culture and hold contractors and site personnel accountable for safe work practices. Participate in the review and documentation of safety incidents near misses and corrective actions and ensure lessons learned are communicated and implemented.
  • Environmental & Permit Compliance Support compliance with project environmental permits and requirements including wildlife protection measures dust suppression stormwater controls and landowner agreements
  • Project Management & Coordination Coordinate multiple project priorities across construction engineering quality safety and commercial functions. Track commitments identify emerging issues drive resolution and communicate project status and risks to internal leadership.
  • Schedule & Cost Awareness Monitor field progress against project schedules and support efforts to maintain project milestones and budget objectives. Identify potential schedule productivity or cost impacts and work with the project team to develop and implement corrective actions.
  • Technical & Field Problem Solving Provide hands-on technical support and field-level problem solving across civil mechanical electrical and renewable energy scopes. Coordinate with engineering and OEM resources as necessary to develop practical and technically sound solutions.
  • Stakeholder Coordination Serve as a key onsite representative for Apex coordinating with contractors OEMs third-party inspectors engineers local officials and other stakeholders. Maintain clear and timely communication regarding project status issues decisions and required actions.
  • Project Documentation & Closeout Ensure field documentation inspection records deficiency tracking punch lists and other required project records are complete and maintained throughout construction and through project turnover.

 


Qualifications :

To succeed as a Site Manager at Apex Clean Energy youll need to excel within the following criteria:

  • Minimum 10 years of utility-scale wind or solar construction experience.
  • Thorough understanding of utility-scale renewable energy construction and field execution.
  • Demonstrated experience managing or coordinating multidisciplinary field teams including civil mechanical and electrical inspectors.
  • Demonstrated experience overseeing QA/QC activities field inspections documentation deficiency resolution and project closeout.
  • Demonstrated experience working directly with primary construction contractors equipment OEMs engineering firms and other project stakeholders.
  • Excellent project management skills including the ability to prioritize competing demands manage project issues drive accountability and communicate effectively across multiple disciplines.
  • Experience with project controls within industrial engineering procurement and construction environments.
  • Strong understanding of construction safety practices and experience participating in safety incident and near-miss reviews.
  • Strong communication collaboration and interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively communicate with field personnel contractors vendors engineers and senior management.
  • High standard of integrity accountability and reliability.
  • OSHA 30 certification is strongly preferred.
  • Procore experience preferred
  • Able to read write understand and speak English proficiently.
  • Willingness to work at a project site with R&R trips home approximately every month.
  • Ability to regularly walk fields and uneven terrain and occasionally climb balance stoop kneel crouch or crawl.
  • Ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

At Apex Clean Energy we believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and success. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all individuals feel valued and empowered. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply even if you do not meet every qualification listed in the job description. Your unique experiences and skills could be the perfect fit for our team!

If you are passionate about renewable energy and want to join us in accelerating the shift to clean energy we would love to hear from you. Please submit your application for our teams review!


Additional Information :

Work Environment:

This is a field-based position located primarily at active utility-scale renewable energy sites with regular exposure to outdoor conditions. The typical workweek is 67 days with workdays of approximately 1012 hours depending on project requirements.

How Youll Grow

At Apex Clean Energy our professional development plans focus on helping people at every level of their career to identify and use their strengths to do their best work every day. From entry-level employees to senior leaders we believe theres always room to learn. We offer opportunities to help sharpen skills in addition to hands-on experience in the dynamic fast-paced renewable energy industry. From on-the-job learning experiences to a robust multi-week onboarding experience to formal development programs our professionals have a variety of opportunities to continue to grow throughout their career.

What Apex Can Offer You

At Apex Clean Energy we know that great people make a great company. We value our people and offer employees a broad best-in-class range of benefits.

  • A mission-driven energetic environment that supports and encourages our people to do their best work every day.
  • A respect for and celebration of individuality differences and uniqueness
  • Collaborative and driven professional workforce committed to supporting your ideas and feedback and accelerating your potential
  • Ongoing support and guidance such as on-the-job learning hands-on experience and mentorship
  • Training strategies and tools to support your personal and professional growth
  • Team atmosphere of diverse professionals committed to making an impact as an organization
  • Opportunities to volunteer and give back to our local communities
  • Exceptional benefits such as medical and dental; 401(k) with corporate match
  • Base and bonus commensurate with experience
  • Responsible Paid Time Off plus standard company holidays
  • Benefits Offered: comprehensive high-deductible health plans dental and vision insurance plans short-term and long-term disability group life insurance 401(k) corporate matching flexible spending arrangements company paid parking and cell phone fitness and wellness corporate discounts

At this time Apex will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

Apex Clean Energy Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age national origin ancestry citizenship disability or veteran status.


Remote Work :

No


Employment Type :

Full-time


About Company

Apex Clean Energy was founded with a singular focus: to accelerate the shift to clean energy. Through origination, construction, and operation of utility-scale wind, solar, and storage facilities, distributed energy resources, and green fuel technologies, Apex is expanding the renewab ... View more

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