Construction Manager

Vestas; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Vestas in Missouri seeks a Construction Manager to lead wind turbine installation projects, coordinating staff, equipment and subcontractors to meet safety, quality and schedule goals while driving continuous improvement and customer satisfaction.

Requirements include a bachelor's degree in construction management (or equivalent), 3–5 years of management experience, and strong knowledge of safety procedures. Proficiency with MS Office; Primavera P6 and SAP are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of construction or project management experience.
• Strong knowledge of safety procedures and leadership.
• Proven ability to coach and develop teams.
• Experience with budgeting, cost control and scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Lead installation projects and manage staff, equipment, and subcontractors.
• Ensure safety procedures are followed and the site is compliant.
• Monitor schedule milestones and drive on‑time delivery.
• Establish strong relationships with customers and internal partners.
• Oversee project execution budget and improve operational efficiency.
• Manage site assets and ensure accurate documentation for billing.

Skills

Leadership

Safety Management

Budgeting & Scheduling

Team Building

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Primavera P6

SAP

Job description

Responsible for the overall leadership, management, and success of the personnel, equipment and subcontractors required to install wind turbine generator facilities. The Construction Manager will successfully meet and exceed 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 achieving 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.
• Champion 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 drive efficient cost-effective team models that drive customer satisfaction
• Responsible for developing and implementing the project execution budget including driving 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.

Education, Training, and Skills Required:

• Bachelor's degree in construction management or equivalent a plus
• 3 - 5 years of experience as construction or project manager, project lead, or other management experience, preferably 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
• Strong knowledge of safety procedures and management
• Excellent leadership skills. Demonstrated ability in coaching, mentoring, motivating and developing employees to achieve a highly aligned, motivated and engaged team
• Effective change and conflict management. Proven decision-making ability with balanced risk taking. Ability to apply expertise to get results
• Proven continuous improvement and quality methodology skills including root cause analysis / closed loop corrective action and Lean concepts. Proven issue resolution and structured problem-solving methodology. Drives improvement in existing products and services to better meet customer needs
• Previous budgeting, cost management and scheduling experience. Background in business fundamentals and solid business financial knowledge preferred
• Strong PC computer skills (MS Office) required, MS Office - Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Primavera Project Management preferred. SAP knowledge highly preferred

Our commitment to a fair hiring

At Vestas, we evaluate all candidates solely based on their professional experience, education, and relevant skills. To support a fair recruitment process, we kindly ask that you remove any photos, dates of birth or graduation, gender pronouns, marital status, or other personal information not relevant to the role before submitting your CV/resume. Your CV/resume should focus on your professional and educational background, along with the necessary contact details (email and phone number). We train our hiring teams in inclusive evaluation and regularly review process outcomes to ensure fairness.

DEIB Statement

At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

About Vestas

Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 200 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field. With 39,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future. Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity. To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.