Installation Manager - Washington State/West Coast

Kapsch Trafficcom Transportation SA.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking an Installation Manager for the Washington region. This role involves overseeing installation activities, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and collaborating with project teams. The ideal candidate will have substantial supervisory experience and technical training. Enjoy a casual work environment with flexible hours and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

401(k)

No-Cost Medical Insurance

Flexible Hours

Qualifications

• 5+ years of installation supervisory experience.
• Hands-on experience with RF or microwave systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Oversee installation activities and ensure timely, budget-compliant completion.
• Collaborate with project manager and teams on installation matters.
• Maintain safety, cost, schedule, and quality focus across the program.

Skills

Installation Supervisory

Problem Solving

Safety Compliance

Education

High School Diploma

Trade or Technical Training

Tools

Multi-meters

Fiber Termination Kits

Hand Tools

MS Projects

Job description

Installation Manager - Washington State/West Coast

Location: Washington

Employment Type: Full time

Kapsch is one of Austria's most successful global technology companies. With its comprehensive ITS (Intelligent Transportation Systems) portfolio, Kapsch is actively addressing present and future mobility challenges with intelligent solutions across various applications. Founded in 1892 and headquartered in Vienna, Kapsch is a family-owned company with over 130 years of experience.

The Role:

The Installation Manager will be responsible for end-to-end planning and execution of installation activities on projects. This includes overseeing contractors, ensuring timely and within-budget completion, and meeting all requirements and specifications. The manager will also coordinate with other departments and clients to support system integration and functionality testing.

Responsibilities:

• Act as the customer interface for installation program activities.
• Travel (up to 60%) within the western Washington State region, with potential travel to the broader West Coast. Typically, this involves three weeks of travel followed by one to two weeks at home.
• Schedule subcontractors and internal resources throughout the project lifecycle.
• Collaborate with the Project Manager and internal teams on installation matters.
• Oversee Field Services Supervisors, Technicians, and subcontractors performing installations, modifications, and repairs of toll systems and related equipment.
• Plan and coordinate installation of tolling system equipment, managing onsite activities to ensure quality and timeliness.
• Maintain focus on safety, cost, schedule, and quality across the program.
• Develop Project Installation Plans, including strategies and subcontracting plans.
• Work with the project manager to develop installation schedules and resource plans.
• Perform Installation Readiness Reviews.
• Support subcontractor scope development.
• Adhere to project standards and procedures, maintaining all documentation.
• Interpret electrical and civil drawings and schematics.
• Review drawing packages with internal and external teams.
• Coordinate pre-installation site visits, site walks, and acceptance visits.
• Ensure proper inspection, storage, staging, and documentation of project inventory.
• Document field changes during installation.
• Maintain installation checklists and configuration records, uploading them to project files.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and requirements.
• Support system integration and functionality.
• Monitor repairs (RMA) during installation, ensuring timely completion and proper documentation for payments.
• Oversee diagnosis of issues involving various toll system components.

What’s in it for you?

• Opportunity to solve complex problems and improve daily lives globally.
• Work with cutting-edge technologies in a high-growth industry.
• Career development and stability.
• Casual work environment with flexible hours.
• Full benefits, including paid time off, 401(k), and no-cost medical insurance for employees and eligible dependents.

What we are looking for:

• 5+ years of installation supervisory experience.
• High School diploma, supplemented with trade or technical training (RF or Electrical preferred).
• Hands-on experience with multi-meters, fiber termination kits, and hand tools.
• RF or microwave experience is a plus.

Our top candidates will have:

• Ability to interpret electrical and civil drawings.
• Experience with MS Projects.
• Prior tolling experience.

Note: Sponsorship is not available for this role. All applicants must have legal work rights in the US and pass a background check.

Kapsch TrafficCom is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, or sex. We are also a drug-free workplace.