Installation Manager

Colonial Group; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group is seeking an Installation Manager to lead the installation of equipment and capital projects in Wichita, KS. You will coordinate crews, manage schedules, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance while maintaining customer satisfaction.

The role requires strong leadership, clear communication, and the ability to travel as needed. Proficiency with MS Office and field documentation is expected, with a focus on efficient project execution.

Qualifications

• Read and understand drawings.
• Exhibit a professional demeanor, and develop customer relations and superior service
• Operate equipment such as backhoes and bobcats, following all equipment and company safety protocol, procedures/policies
• Good work ethic
• Good organization and time management skills
• Exhibit a professional demeanor, and develop customer relations and superior service
• Work independently and as a member of a team
• Work under time constraints efficiently and have the ability to work well with others
• Create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, and supervisors)
• Follow all company procedures

Responsibilities

• Coordinate job duties and delegate tasks to Installation workers and sub-contractors as the crew leader is managing and working on the job.
• Monitor and maintain schedules for workers and sub-contractors; ensure skill-fit and compliance with installation requirements.
• Brief team on daily tasks and direct assigned tasks; track materials and costs to maintain budgets.
• Document daily activities, materials used, testing, inspections and visitors; maintain relationships with vendors and subcontractors.
• Travel and work out of town as needed.
• Ensure all safe work practices are followed at all times.
• Maintain housekeeping and cleanliness on site.
• Ensure onsite team understands and follows customer protocols.
• Install and repair petroleum equipment including USTs, ASTs, gas pumps, fuel monitoring systems, submersible pumps, and product piping
• Ensure compliance with safety practices per codes and company guidelines
• Maintain tools and equipment in safe working order.
• Meet deadlines and coordinate with team and contractors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

POSITION PURPOSE:

The primary duties of the Installation Manager are to lead, manage, and coordinate the Installation and installation of equipment and capital projects in accordance with Company policies/procedures and required regulations while maintaining excellent safety standards. Other responsibilities include preparation of Installation estimates and job plans, Requests for Proposals (RFP), and compiling and filing of all required Installation documentation. Daily interaction and communication with customers, vendors, contractors, surveyors, nondestructive testing personnel, and field operations personnel is required. Interaction and communication with service companies, regulatory agencies, and the public will also occur.The Installation Manager will report directly to the District General Manager and work closely with them to ensure the branch achieves budgeted targets and is aligned with region and corporate guidance.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

1. Coordinate job duties and delegate tasks to Installation workers and sub-contractors as the crew leader is managing and working on the job. Be a leader.


2. Monitor and maintain schedules for workers and sub-contractors; make sure the best skills are applied by each worker and ensure product installation requirements are followed accurately and efficiently.


3. Brief team members on daily tasks and direct workers on assigned tasks. Track rental equipment, material needs and use, monitor labor and sub-contractor costs to maintain project budgets. Verify accuracy and compliance of tasks in progress to comply with codes, project specifications and manufacturer requirements


4. Document daily activities, material/parts used, testing, inspections and visitors. Create and maintain positive working relationships with crew members, vendors, suppliers, and sub-contractors to maintain a timely flow of supplies, materials and sub-contractor work.


5. Must be willing to travel and work out of town (including overnight stays)


6. Ensure all safe work practices are followed at all times


7. Ensure safe housekeeping practices are followed at all times, including job cleanup at the end of each day


8. Ensure onsite team understand and follow customer protocols and procedures


9. Installation and repair of petroleum equipment including USTs, ASTs, gas pumps, fuel monitoring systems, submersible pumps, and product piping


10. Conduct work on Installation projects, concrete removal and replacement, manhole and spill containment replacements’


11. Assure compliance with appropriate safety practices and procedures according to applicable federal, state, and local codes, regulations, and company guidelines


12. Maintain tools and equipment to ensure all are in proper and safe working order


13. Maintain positive working relationships with team members, vendors, suppliers, and contractors to ensure deadlines are met


14. Other tasks as requested by management


15. Performs all other duties as assigned.

minimum qualifications

Basic Knowledge & Competencies:

• Read and understand drawings


• Exhibit a professional demeanor, and develop customer relations and superior service


• Operate equipment such as backhoes and bobcats, following all equipment and company safety protocol, procedures/policies


• Good work ethic


• Good organization and time management skills


• Exhibit a professional demeanor, and develop customer relations and superior service


• Work independently and as a member of a team


• Work under time constraints efficiently and have the ability to work well with others


• Create and maintain professional relationships within all levels of the organization (peers, work groups, customers, and supervisors)


• Follow all company procedures

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or GED required


• Troubleshooting skills/logical problem-solving skills


• Computer skills (Microsoft Office, Excel, and Word)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Frequent use of hands to manipulate the keyboard, telephone, files and other equipment

• Ability to lift up to 50-100 pounds, occasionally