Hydro Site Manager

ANDRITZ Hydropower North America is part of an international technology group with an extensive portfolio of sustainable products and solutions. ANDRITZ aims to make the greatest possible contribution to a sustainable future and help its customers achieve their sustainability goals. The group has around 29,800 employees and over 280 locations in more than 40 countries.

As the first equipment manufacturer in North America and a world leader in the design of hydroelectric turbines, ANDRITZ Hydropower North America has more than 185 years of know-how.

In a context of energy transition, our hydroelectric innovation projects make sense. From design to construction, our innovative team of experts offers turnkey solutions. By joining ANDRITZ Hydropower, you are contributing to the development of sustainable technology, and a clean future.

From water to wire – Be part of the movement!

Site Manager

Site-based role

Summary of the role

We are looking for a Site Manager from a hydropower background with a strong understanding of how to run a site to join our team.

The Site Manager will be on the site of the work continually during its progress. The Site Manager shall direct the work specified, shall be present at the site during erection and shall be responsible for providing complete and correct direction of installation work, the initial starting, and subsequent operation of the equipment until the field tests are completed. The Superintendent is responsible for following safety procedures. The Site Manager shall initiate instructions for actions to inspect, handle, assemble and test the equipment.

The following responsibilities form the core of this role:

• Hiring and managing site labor and site subcontractors
• Responsible for managing the labor hours allocated to the project.
• Responsible for managing site costs and inventories.
• Primary contact to union dispatcher when applicable.
• Managing supervision team.
• Managing site schedule and providing feedback to the project manager/scheduler as required.
• Management of health, safety and environmental matters.
• Preparation of site logs using ANDRITZ tools and procedures.
• Conduct daily “toolbox” meetings.
• Completion of punch-list items.
• Manage customer relations on site.
• Manage claims and change orders; Maintain documentation of site conditions.
• Adherence to customer / ANDRITZ requirements as related to the work site.
• Assist in controlling project costs, cost recovery (claims), administration and project execution.
• Report to in-office project managers the status of projects.
• Report to manager all problems and actions that need resolution.
• Responsibility of periodic reporting.

Do you fit the profile?
Successful teams share objectives, and they also share values! In addition to solid skills and experience, we need someone with strong motivation, a positive mindset, and a willingness to be part of a team.

The ideal candidate should be willing to work in a complex, fast-paced environment, with evolving priorities. Results and solution-oriented candidates who follow through with ideas and commitments will perform well within ANDRITZ. As our projects have large scopes and often require years to be completed, your perseverance will be valued with us.

• The Site Manager shall have been engaged in similar turbine and generator field work for a minimum of 5 years
• Experience working on large, complex construction projects.
• Proven experience with steel structures, welding, and masonry.
• Solid knowledge of OSHA regulations, quality plans and procedures, and general construction practices.
• Proven leadership skills, effective communicator, and adept in maintaining client relationships.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and standard office equipment.
• Experience in claims management is a plus.
• OSHA 30 and OSHA 10 Certification.
• Contractors Construction Quality Management course Certification from Naval Facilities Engineering Command or Army Corps of Engineers.
• Knowledge in OSHA and ISO Standards
• Able to read engineering drawings and procedures
• Ability to read and understand contract requirements
• Ability to identify non-conformances and organize the work
• Use of LMS, QCS and other Site related Software.
• Fluent spoken and written English
• Must be willing to travel and live extended periods of time in distant locations.
• Must be able to work overtime as needed.

What do we offer?

• Per diem & Car allowance;
• Competitive compensation structure;
• Life, disability, dental and extended health insurance;
• 401k matching;
• Annual bonus program;
• Employee assistance program;
• Employee individualized training and career plan.

Did you know?
ANDRITZ Hydro has:

• Over 185 years of experience in turbine design
• Over 489,000 MW of installed and upgraded capacity
• Over 33,200 turbine units delivered
• Over 135 years in electrical engineering
• 65 representative offices worldwide
• More than 6100 employees worldwide
• Over 50 Compact Hydro units per year
• A complete range of designs up to 800 MW
• 20 manufacturing sites worldwide
• 20% of all turbines in operation worldwide

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.