Construction Manager

Overview

Oversee wind turbine installation, ensuring safety, schedule, budget, and stakeholder alignment.

Key Responsibilities

• budget execution
• safety protocol
• quality inspection
• schedule monitoring
• asset management
• data reporting

Tasks

-Responsible for developing and implementing the project execution budget including optimizing operational efficiency (lowers cost/MWH) -Implement safety practices and protocol at the site level in alignment with organizational standards -Inspect work during construction to ensure compliance with plans and specifications to ensure quality standards are met. -Adjust planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment -Responsible for accurate documentation for billing and providing support for efficient accounts receivable -Monitor project schedule, ensuring project milestones and deadlines are met -Ensure safety procedures are followed and work site is safe for all employees, customers, subcontractors and the public. -Establish the most effective and efficient staffing model to meet operational objectives -Establish and maintain highly effective relationships with the customer, BOP Contractor, and internal partners; pursue "ambassador" status with their customer(s) and a site that is focused on customer loyalty excellence -Responsible for the management, effectiveness and efficiency of site assets (vehicles, equipment, tools, office, etc.) -Manage costs that impact the bottom line; implement initiatives that improve efficiency and effectiveness; responsible for liquidated damages mitigation -Represent Vestas core values and champion high standards of performance -Anticipate, monitor and meet the needs of customers and responds to them in an appropriate manner. Demonstrate a personal commitment to identify customers' apparent and underlying needs and continually seeks to provide the highest quality service and product to all customers -Responsible for understanding and fulfilling Vestas contractual responsibilities and deliverables -Coach, mentor and develop Assistant Construction Managers, Lead Technicians, Field Support Coordinators, QSE Professionals, and Technicians -Promote practices to create an incident, injury and illness free culture and environment; maintain close partnership with the Health, Safety and Environment department -Communicate Vestas' vision in ways that gain the support of others; mentor, motivate and guide others toward goals -Ensure site data is updated and processed in a timely manner in the appropriate information systems for reporting and tracking purposes including summary of construction progress

Requirements

• sap
• primavera
• bachelor's
• wind turbine
• substation
• team leadership

What You Bring

-Effective change and conflict management. Proficient in making balanced decisions that account for potential risks. Ability to apply knowledge to get results -Ability to effectively manage a team -Understand the wind turbine technology including how to install, commission and operate a wind turbine in order to facilitate efficient cost-effective team models that ensure customer satisfaction -Proficient PC computer skills (MS Office) are necessary, including MS Office - Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Primavera Project Management. SAP knowledge -Willing to travel 100% and work directly from a construction site -Bachelor's degree in construction management or equivalent -Demonstrated continuous improvement and quality methodology skills including root cause analysis / closed loop corrective action and Lean concepts. Effective issue resolution and structured problem-solving methodology. Improves existing products and services to better meet customer needs -Technical background required, especially in substation, electrical instrumentation, hydraulic or rotating heavy equipment. Effective knowledge of technical drawings and schematics. Ability to understand and utilize detailed technical information to solve complex problems -Ability to interact frequently with others in a professional, courteous manner -Previous budgeting, cost management and scheduling experience. Background in business fundamentals and solid business financial knowledge -3 - 5 years of experience as construction or project manager, project lead, or other management experience, in a related service, industrial or manufacturing setting -Ability to communicate effectively in English. -Bilingual - French -Must be able to wear the required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the duration of the task -Capable of inspiring and developing others effectively. Demonstrated ability in coaching, mentoring, motivating and developing employees to build a highly aligned, motivated and engaged team -In-depth knowledge of safety procedures and management -Regular and reliable attendance -Must be able to possess a valid driver's license

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Benefits

-Generous Paid Time Off policies -Great 401(k) plan (with employer match) -Attractive salary and one of the most comprehensive benefits plans in the industry -Tuition assistance -Great benefits coverage that includes dental and vision

About Vestas

-Evolved from steel tools to become a global wind turbine pioneer. -Designs, manufactures, sells, installs and maintains wind farms across onshore and offshore projects. -Manufacturing spans dozens of countries, with flagship facilities in Europe, Asia, and the U.S. -Known for landmark projects like Europe’s oldest offshore wind farm and turbine prototypes. -Specialises in wind energy infrastructure, from regional turbines to service hub networks. -Innovative developments include stealth blades, hybrid quadrotor tests, and tall turbine towers.

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