Director, Contractor Services
Why you want to work here...
GRID Alternatives is a national leader in making clean, affordable solar power and solar jobs accessible to low-income communities and communities of color. GRID is an entrepreneurial, high-growth non-profit organization that provides direct solar installation and project development; clean mobility options; workforce training and service learning opportunities; and low-income solar policy advocacy.
Our Vision: a rapid, equitable transition to a world powered by renewable energy that benefits everyone.
Our Mission: to build community-powered solutions to advance economic and environmental justice through renewable energy.
Based in Oakland, California, GRID has 8 regional offices and affiliates serving all of California, Colorado, Mid-Atlantic/Washington D.C. region, and Tribal Lands within the U.S. Additionally, GRID has international operations in Nicaragua, Mexico, and Nepal. GRID has a dedicated staff of 400 and growing!
What It's Like At GRID…
At GRID, we care about each other and know that each employee has a whole self that includes life outside of work. Our culture supports learning, growth and well-being of all of our team members. Every member of GRID Alternatives must be dedicated to participating in the organization's equity, inclusion, and diversity (EID) work.
GRID Alternatives provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetics. Because we value EID at GRID Alternatives, we encourage folks from all backgrounds to apply, even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications.
- Hired CA candidates must be able to pass a screening for drugs that are illegal in the state of California, including: amphetamine, cocaine metabolite, opiates, and PCP.
The Opportunity…
The Director of Contractor Services reports to the Vice President of Workforce Development and will help lead GRID Alternatives’ new and exciting work launching our Mission Aligned Contractor Network, and overall contractor management across the organization. This individual is responsible for working with senior leaders across business divisions to design and implement an internal strategy focused on standardized and efficient subcontractor management, and an external strategy focused on value-added subcontractor development services.
- Refine and implement plan for launching GRID’s Mission Aligned Contractor Network, with an initial focus on national implementation of solar and related clean energy projects under the EPA Solar for All Program
- Works with leadership teams across GRID Alternatives to ensure buy in and alignment on subcontractor services strategy and implementation
- Develops recruitment strategy in alignment with programs and regions to ensure a sufficient supply of qualified subcontractors; oversees outreach coordinators responsible for identifying and qualifying subcontractors
- In collaboration with various internal stakeholders, designs and deploys standard operating procedures and documents for all subcontractor relationships including application, vetting criteria, master service agreement, project management platform, training, and other subcontractor required processes
- Oversee subcontractor managers responsible for the implementation of standard operating procedures including vetting, onboarding, training, and internal data management systems
- In collaboration with workforce development and the subcontractor trainer, designs and deploys trainings on both clean energy technologies and on GRID’s quality, safety, and cultural standards; ensures all subcontractors comply with annual training requirements
- Works with the operations team, outreach coordinator, and subcontractor manager to maintain an internal database of subcontractors
- Works with key colleagues and departments to ensure that relevant staff across the organization are trained on subcontractor standard operating procedures and documents
- Conducts annual subcontractor engagement survey to ensure GRID is delivering value added services to subcontractors
- Maintains relationships with outside organizations providing technical assistance that GRID cannot do in-house
- Hosts monthly roundtable of GRID leaders and key subcontractor stakeholders to quality assure subcontractor services and ensure continuous improvement
What You Need To Bring...
- Extensive experience in solar, electrical, EVSE and/or construction industries; with a preference for residential and commercial operations
- Experience leading subcontractor, partner, procurement, or dealer management; including recruitment and retention strategies; creation and oversight of quality and safety standards
- Experience leading cross-departmental projects and implementing change management across a geographically dispersed organization
- Experience directly managing a team
- Knowledge of electrical and construction codes; OSHA and industry safety best-practices
- Strong familiarity with Salesforce, or a similar CRM
- Ability to travel, as required
- Strong project management skills and interpersonal communication skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, GSuite, and other office productivity applications
- Deep commitment to equity, inclusion, and diversity; passion for GRID’s mission
It would be great if you also had...
- 8 - 10 years of solar, construction, and/or electrical industry experience; with 2 of those years being in subcontractor, partner, procurement, or dealer management
- 3-5 years of construction related project management experience
- Certificate, Associates, or Bachelors in Construction or Project Management, Supply Chain, or similar field
- OSHA 10 or 30
- Previous experience building subcontractor management programs from the ground up
Where you will sit and the places you may go…
This position requires up to 25% out-of-town travel to regional offices and special projects such as company-wide celebrations, team building exercises, etc. Availability to work nights and weekends may very rarely be required.
GRID Alternatives may provide vehicles for work travel and/or travel reimbursement for personal vehicle use. In this instance, applicants must hold a valid driver’s license and have a good driving record.
Let's Talk Money
This is a full-time, exempt position. Salary pay commensurate with experience within the pay band
($100k-$120k annually), plus the benefits below.
How We Take Care Of You...
Medical, Dental, Vision/Eye Care insurance, 5 weeks paid time off (PTO),13 paid holidays, Commuter Checks, 403b Retirement Plan, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Health Savings Account (HSA), STD, LTD, and AD&D insurance
Ready to Apply?
Submit a resume describing your interest. Due to the high volume of inquiries, mailed and emailed applications are not accepted. Please do not call and/or email requesting an update.
Thank you for your interest in GRID Alternatives! 
