Reference #: 1193649701 Location: This is a 100% travel position, as it is project-based.

Responsible for the overall leadership, management, and personnel, equipment and subcontractors required to install wind turbine generator facilities. The Construction Manager will effectively fulfill key objectives & performance in the areas of safety & behavior, execution excellence, team alignment/engagement/motivation, customer loyalty, and financial performance. They will Maintain a highly effective team that is focused on continuous improvement and delivering high-level results. Success is measured against Key Performance Indicators, organizational objectives/initiatives, team motivation/performance, and meeting customer commitments.

Responsibilities:

Implement safety practices and protocol at the site level in alignment with organizational standards

Ensure safety procedures are followed and work site is safe for all employees, customers, subcontractors and the public.

Promote the journey to an incident, injury and illness free culture and environment; maintain close partnership with the Health, Safety and Environment department

Monitor project schedule, ensuring project milestones and deadlines are met

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

Understand the wind turbine technology including how to install, commission and operate a wind turbine in order to create efficient cost-effective team models that enhance customer satisfaction

Responsible for developing and implementing the project execution budget including operational efficiency (lowers cost/MWH)

Establish the most effective and efficient staffing model to meet operational objectives

Manage costs that impact the bottom line; implement initiatives that improve efficiency and effectiveness; responsible for liquidated damages mitigation

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

Responsible for accurate documentation for billing and providing support for efficient accounts receivable

Inspect work during construction to ensure compliance with plans and specifications to ensure quality standards are met.

Responsible for the management, effectiveness and efficiency of site assets (vehicles, equipment, tools, office, etc.)

Represent Vestas core values and champion high standards of performance

Coach, mentor and develop Assistant Construction Managers, Lead Technicians, Field Support Coordinators, QSE Professionals, and Technicians; 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

Communicate Vestas' vision in ways that gain the support of others; mentor, motivate and guide others toward goals

Adjust planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment

Accept responsibility for own actions and decisions and demonstrate commitment to accomplish work in an ethical, efficient and cost-effective manner

Responsible for understanding and fulfilling Vestas contractual responsibilities and deliverables

Qualifications Essential Functions:

Ability to Travel and work directly from a construction site

Ability to communicate effectively in English.

Regular and reliable attendance

Ability to interact frequently with others in a professional, courteous manner

Ability to effectively manage a team

Wear the required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the duration of the task* Ability to possess a valid driver's license

Education, Training, and Skills Required:

Bachelor's degree in construction management or equivalent

1-2 years of experience as construction or project manager, project lead, or other management experience in a related service, industrial or manufacturing setting

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

Comprehensive knowledge of safety procedures and management

Proficient leadership skills. Demonstrated ability in coaching, mentoring, motivating and developing employees to create a highly aligned, motivated and engaged team

Effective change and conflict management. Skilled in decision-making with balanced risk taking. Ability to apply practical skills to get results

Continuous improvement and quality methodology skills including root cause analysis / closed loop corrective action and Lean concepts. Demonstrated issue resolution and structured problem-solving methodology. Facilitates improvement in existing products and services to better meet customer needs

Previous budgeting, cost management and scheduling experience. Background in business fundamentals Solid business financial knowledge

Proficient PC computer skills (MS Office) required, MS Office - Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Primavera Project Management and SAP would be benefitial.

Ability to hold Vestas internal certification in required safety programs that include LOTO, Electrical, Fall Arrest & High Angle Emergency Decent, and Confined Space.

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

Communicate Vestas' vision in ways that gain the support of others; mentor, motivate and guide others toward goals

Adjust planned work by gathering relevant information and applying critical thinking to address multiple demands and competing priorities in a changing environment

Accept responsibility for own actions and decisions and demonstrates commitment to accomplish work in an ethical, efficient and cost-effective manner

Ability to hold Vestas internal certification in required safety programs that include LOTO, Electrical, Fall Arrest & High Angle Emergency Decent, and Confined Space

Competencies Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to effectively perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to hold Vestas internal certification in required safety programs that include LOTO, Electrical, Fall Arrest & High Angle Emergency Decent, and Confined Space

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Position requires 100% Travel to various construction sites; have tolerance of unique working environment and conditions including but not limited to wide temperature variance.

Salary: $100,000 - 120,000

Vestas-American Wind Technology, Inc

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