Assistant Site Manager - Travel USA - Pipeline Posting

Nordex SE; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Health Savings Account

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Nordex SE is seeking an Assistant Site Manager to support the Site Manager with daily on-site activities at wind farm projects, including erection and commissioning, ensuring on-time delivery and budget adherence. The role requires close work with site crews, customers, and contractors across multi-phase gates.

The candidate will travel to project sites domestically and internationally, with a focus on safety and efficient coordination of heavy equipment and documentation.

Qualifications

• Associates in mechanical engineering or related discipline, or equivalent related work experience accepted.
• Wind Farm mechanical construction experience preferred.
• Experience in quality management and quality control processes.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with no restrictions.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally to project sites.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical.
• WTG on-site assembly experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists with everyday activities at the Wind Farm during erection and commissioning.
• Coordinates activities during erection and commissioning of the WTG from start to Take Over Certification.
• Coordinates mobilization of heavy equipment on-site, including cranes and erection equipment.
• Helps organize and track quality control and transportation documents.
• Interacts with customers and contractors during wind farm construction.
• Assists with operating at the wind farm during manager rotations.

Skills

MS Office

Driver’s license

Travel flexibility

Safety compliance

Team coordination

Education

Associates degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Wind Turbine Assembly

Job description

Do you want to be part of an agile team where colleagueship truly matters?

As a global company, we interact with a variety of people and cultures. Integrity, Respect, Colleagueship and Ownership are the unifying force for all departments and regions around the world. It’s the individual that defines the team. And it’s the team that makes the difference. Join the #TEAMNORDEX and shape the future of energy with us.

POSITION SUMMARY

The role of an Assistant Site Manager directly supports the company’s mission to develop and deliver clean power plants that make 100% renewable energy a reality for the world. As an Assistant Site Manager, you will provide daily onsite assistance to the Site Manager to complete erection and commissioning activities on time and within budget by direct involvement with site crews during all phase gates of the project.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Assists with the everyday activities at the Wind Farm during the erection and commissioning phase.
• Provides assistance to the Site Manager coordinating all the activities during the erection and commissioning of the WTG from beginning to “Take Over Certification.”
• Assists with the coordination of the mobilization of all heavy equipment on-site, including Cranes, erection (mechanical and electric) equipment, and transportation equipment.
• Helps organize and track all the quality control and transportation documents.
• Interacts with customers and contractors during wind farm construction.
• Assists with the everyday activities at the Wind Farm during the erection and commissioning phase.
• Ability to operate wind farm when Site Manager is on rotations, PTO, etc.

WHAT YOU HAVE

• Associates in mechanical engineering or related discipline, or equivalent related work experience accepted.
• Preferred 3 years of mechanical/construction experience; Wind Farm mechanical construction experience preferred.
• Experience in quality management and quality control processes; Wind Turbine Assembly experience preferred
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite required
• Must have a valid driver’s license with no restrictions
• Ability to spend 100% of the time at the wind farms during the erection and commissioning process
• Ability to manage personnel and interface with the customers and contractors
• Ability to manage contractors, sub-contractors, and the public
• Demonstrated ability to manage several activities at once, including organize and prioritize work, meet deadlines, and prepare reports
• WTG on-site assembly experience preferred
• Ability to travel domestic and international locations to project sites and on business as required with the ability to obtain a passport.
• Ability to meet specific OSHA and ANSI weight limits of 265 lbs. or less
• Must be able to pass a pre-employment physical administered by a medical examiner to ensure the ability to safely perform job functions and meet the physical demands of the position
• Driving is an essential function of the job. Must possess a full valid driver’s license and be insurable under our auto insurance policy. This position will be subject to periodic driver’s abstract checks to confirm continued insurability.

Nordex places the highest priority on the safe operations of its business. As such, we are seeking a candidate who is committed to maintaining and promoting safety standards at all times. The ideal candidate must:

• Demonstrate a strong understanding of and commitment to safety protocols and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies.
• Proactively identify and mitigate potential safety hazards.
• Properly use applicable safety equipment, including but not limited to eye protection, hearing protectors, steel-toe boots, and hard hats. Loose-fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted.
• Communicate effectively with team members and management to ensure a safe working environment.
• Speak and understand English fluently to effectively communicate safety and job-related information, follow safety instructions, and collaborate with English-speaking supervisors and team members.

The pay for this role is exempt at $75,000.00 – $88,000.00 USD with up to a 10% bonus. Individual compensation packages are based on various factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors.

We believe our employees are our greatest assets at Nordex. In addition to the opportunity to make our world a little more sustainable we offer you a total rewards program* designed to recognize and reward the dedication, hard work, and commitment of our team members. We are proud to offer a comprehensive package that aligns with our core values of Respect, Integrity, Colleagueship, and Ownership.

*Offers may vary by location and eligibility.

Financial Benefits

• Paid Time Off - Three (3) weeks accrued (120 hours)
• Medical & Pharmacy Insuran ce with multiple options to best meet your needs
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with Employer Contribution
• Flex Spending Account (FSA)
• Vision Insurance
• Short-Term / Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Student Debt Repayment
• Tuition Reimbursement

Wellbeing, Family Planning, and Voluntary Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Calm Subscription
• Legal Plans
• Spot Pet Insurance
• Auto and Home Insurance
• And much more…

Equal Opportunity: Nordex adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

DEI: We are committed to creating an environment and culture in which Diversity and Inclusion is recognized as a true opportunity and value for the organization. We welcome you to learn more by visiting this link: Diversity & Inclusion - Nordex SE

ABOUT THE NORDEX GROUP

The manufacture of wind energy plants in the on-shore segment has been our core competence and passion for around 40years. With more than 57GW installed capacity worldwide, our turbines supply sustainable energy to more than 80% of the global energy market and we are one of the largest companies in the wind industry. National subsidiaries in more than 40markets and production facilities in Germany, Spain, Brazil, the USA, Mexico and India offer our more than 10,400employees the opportunity for international and intercultural cooperation.

We are growing and together driving forward the expansion of alternative energies worldwide - if you wish, from now on with you. Join the #TeamNordex