Supervisor, Solar Energy Construction

Cheneco, a Telamon Ventures Company, is a national solar partner with the expertise to design, develop and immediately deploy solar arrays in any configuration. Our highly trained team takes pride in delivering beautiful, well-engineered solar arrays. We have intentionally remained a boutique energy firm to ensure each client receives the dedicated attention and expert insight on which our reputation was built. Our team evaluates each client’s needs fully and holistically, first assessing and then presenting custom and tailored solutions. Having designed and financed North America’s largest airport-based solar farm at the Indianapolis International Airport and the nation’s largest rooftop installations for a transit authority (the IndyGo Bus Barn), Cheneco is a respected leader in solar design, engineering, traditional and tax equity financing, RFP and construction management. 

Learn more at chenecoenergy.com

Benefits:

Telamon invests in our people with benefits that support health, family, and future. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes: 

Classification: 

exempt/salaried

Location/Schedule:

Report into office 1-2 days a week at 1000 E 116th St, Carmel, IN 46032

Traveling within 90 miles of Indianapolis, in the field 50-75% of the time

Job Summary: 

The Solar Energy Construction Supervisor works to support the Construction Manager to manage ongoing solar construction projects in the field and provide support to customers under ongoing operations and maintenance contracts.  This position interacts with the construction and electrical trades in a construction implementation capacity and provides hands-on construction and maintenance review, response plans and the implementation of the action needed to solve the problem. The associate works hand in hand with the Construction Manager to ensure that projects are effectively and efficiently managed and completed per the construction or maintenance schedules created by the Construction and Engineering Managers. This position would also help oversee the Operations and Maintenance program, including but not limited to troubleshooting issues in existing arrays, ongoing system monitoring, providing preventative maintenance reports.

We welcome candidates with strong experience in commercial or industrial construction environments — solar experience is preferred but not required. Individuals with a solid foundation in field supervision, electrical or mechanical systems, and project coordination who are eager to learn solar applications will be successful in this role.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Support EPC (engineering, procurement and construction) project delivery and operations & maintenance activities, ensuring quality execution from installation through ongoing system performance.
• Oversee and manage vendors and installation teams, monitoring quality, safety compliance, and adherence to project specifications.
• Serve as a liaison between the customer, Telamon and subcontractors, facilitating clear communication, issue resolution, and alignment on project expectations.
• Provide update reports to the Construction Manager
• Ensure that projects are kept on schedule and on budget, identifying and escalating potential deviations and recommending corrective actions.
• Troubleshoot existing arrays when issues arise and coordinate repair activities to minimize downtime and maintain performance standards.
• Provide operations and maintenance reports
• Apply general construction supervision practices to ensure efficient field execution.

Managerial Responsibility

• No direct reports

Travel/Shift Requirements

• This position requires 25-50% domestic travel

Physical Demands

• Must be able to perform installation functions as needed, mostly for construction or warranty issues
• Must be approved as a Telamon Approved Driver

Skills and Abilities Required

• Strong understanding of construction site practices (commercial, industrial, or infrastructure environments)
• Working knowledge of electrical or mechanical systems
• Willingness and ability to learn solar systems
• Ability to work independently and manage special projects under strict deadlines
• Good interpersonal skills
• Exhibit a professional demeanor
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Strong Electrical/Mechanical aptitude
• Mastery of tooling and equipment to support the construction or maintenance of a solar array.

Education and Experience Required

• High School Diploma
• Associate degree in construction management or licensed electrician preferred 
• 3–5 years of experience supervising or coordinating work in commercial, industrial, utility, or infrastructure construction environments.
• Experience in solar or renewable energy projects preferred but not required.
• Experience working as a foreman, lead, or field supervisor is a plus.

Telamon Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. Telamon does not and will not discriminate against any applicant because of race, color, religion, age, national origin, disability, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), marital status, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Telamon Corporation makes all employment decisions in a non-discriminatory manner.