James Colquiet
Hemet,CA
Summary
Experienced Construction Manager / Solar Foreman with 10+ years of leadership in utility-scale solar, BESS, and high-voltage infrastructure projects. Proven ability to manage field operations, direct multi-disciplinary crews, and ensure project quality and safety from pre-construction through commissioning. Adept at interpreting blueprints, managing QA/QC processes, and maintaining alignment between engineering, field, and client stakeholders. Committed to delivering projects on time, on budget, and to the highest safety standards.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Engineer II / Construction Manager
Mastec IEA
07.2025 - 11.2026
- Manage field quality control activities across solar and substation projects.
- Supervise inspection teams and coordinate with Project Managers and Owners.
- Lead pre-construction meetings and inspection sequencing.
- Identify and document discrepancies; recommend corrective actions to maintain schedule and compliance.
- Liaise with procurement to ensure timely material delivery and equipment readiness.
- Maintain thorough Procore documentation and photographic records.
- Enforce site safety and proactively mitigate hazards.
- Led field operations and ensured compliance with safety regulations on construction sites.
- Coordinated project schedules and logistics to optimize resource allocation and minimize delays.
- Implemented quality control measures to enhance system reliability and performance standards.
QA/QC Foreman / Equipment Operator
Tradesmen International, Inc.
02.2018 - 04.2025
- Supervised QA/QC operations and solar farm installations across multiple 1–75 MW sites.
- Directed crews in electrical installation, wire pulling, rigging, and mechanical assembly.
- Managed materials, inventory, and daily logistics for large-scale solar builds.
- Delivered completion of:
- 2 × 1 MW projects in Apple River, IL
- 75 MW project in Denmark, SC
- 5 commercial rooftop systems (Walmart, Bissell HQ, etc.)
- Multiple States
Quality Control Supervisor
Gridworks Inc
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Oversaw QA/QC for Poway BESS Facility (112 Tesla 100 MWh batteries).
- Verified concrete forms, rebar, and substation layout per blueprint standards.
- Prepared inspection reports and compliance documentation on Procore.
Quality Control Specialist
Hypower LLC
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Conducted inspections across all phases of utility-scale solar construction.
- Reported and resolved deviations via Procore with full photo documentation.
- Partnered with site managers and contractors to implement remediation plans.
- (contract)
Solar Electrician
360 Industrial Services
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Installed electrical systems across 3 solar sites including grounding, combiner boxes, and conduit routing.
- Performed QA/QC testing to verify installation integrity and performance compliance.
Solar Operator II
Overland Construction
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Operated heavy machinery (skid steers, post pounders) to construct 75 MW solar site.
- Conducted field safety audits and implemented EHS corrective actions.
QA/QC Inspector (Contract Projects)
HCS Renewables
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Performed QA/QC for six First Solar projects across multiple sites.
- Certified for high-voltage and hot-site inspections; operated forklifts and heavy equipment safely.
Level I Operator
Eddy Current Maintenance Inspection Services
01.2010 - 01.2018
- Performed nuclear plant inspections on condenser tubes and high-voltage components.
- Ensured compliance with ASME code and radiation safety standards.
- Reviewed inspection procedures and QC plans for precision and adherence.
Education
B.S. - Organizational Management
Los Angeles Pacific University
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California Correctional Peace Officer Academy
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OSHA 30 Certified
UCSD
San Diego, CA07.2019
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01.1985
Skills
- Construction Management & Field Supervision
- Utility-Scale Solar & BESS Projects
- QA/QC & Compliance Documentation (Procore)
- High-Voltage Electrical Systems
- Project Planning & Scheduling
- Site Safety & Risk Mitigation (EHS)
- Team Leadership & Workforce Training
- Blueprint Reading & Technical Inspections
Licensed Medium Equipment Operator
Skid Steer
Rough Terrain Forklift
Timeline
Field Engineer II / Construction Manager
Mastec IEA
07.2025 - 11.2026
Quality Control Supervisor
Gridworks Inc
09.2024 - 12.2024
Quality Control Specialist
Hypower LLC
05.2024 - 08.2024
Solar Electrician
360 Industrial Services
01.2019 - 01.2020
QA/QC Foreman / Equipment Operator
Tradesmen International, Inc.
02.2018 - 04.2025
Solar Operator II
Overland Construction
01.2018 - 01.2019
QA/QC Inspector (Contract Projects)
HCS Renewables
01.2018 - 01.2019
Level I Operator
Eddy Current Maintenance Inspection Services
01.2010 - 01.2018
B.S. - Organizational Management
Los Angeles Pacific University
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California Correctional Peace Officer Academy
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OSHA 30 Certified
UCSD