Mechanical Construction Supervisor

Ormat Technologies, Inc.; Northern (KY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ormat is seeking a Construction Manager to supervise the geothermal power plant construction across multiple sites in the US. You will lead mechanical crews, develop work plans, review drawings, and ensure adherence to safety and environmental regulations.

The role requires an associate degree and demonstrated construction management experience, with ability to travel extensively, including international locations. Proficiency in MS Office and a valid driver’s license are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in supervising mechanical or geothermal construction projects.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specifications.
• Experience with safety and environmental codes.

Responsibilities

• Supervise mechanical construction crews at multiple sites.
• Develop work plans and track progress.
• Review mechanical design drawings and specs.
• Assist with bid development and contractor selection.
• Support permitting and regulatory activities.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental codes.
• Travel extensively to locations, including international and rural areas.

Skills

Construction management

English proficiency

Driver's license

MS Word / Excel

Education

Associate degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Introduction

Headquartered in Reno, NV, Ormat designs, develops, builds, owns and operates geothermal and recovered energy-based power plants in the US and worldwide. With a spotless international reputation, we're on track to become a leading global provider of renewable energy.

We take pride in our family-oriented business building practical green energy solutions from the ground up.

Join a team that's giving new life to the future of our planet.

Overview

This position is responsible for: Supervision of the construction of geothermal power plants, at the various locations of installation, provide experience in mechanical industrial construction. Develop work plans and follow up on progress during the construction. Review and implement mechanical design drawings and specifications. Project scheduling assistance and evaluations for 3rd party contract bid development. Quality assurance of all mechanical installations.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple tasks of high complexity.
• Supervision of mechanical construction crew, including company employees and subcontractors.
• Oversee the formal planning, tracking, and reporting.
• Participate in bid process with contractors and subcontractors, and assist with bid review and assessment.
• Respond to construction organization needs.
• Support local permitting and regulatory activities.
• Responsible for implementation of applicable mechanical, safety and environmental codes and regulations during project execution.
• Must be able to operate a vehicle in a safe manner, enter and exit vehicle without assistance, remain alert while driving for continuous period of time, read and understand maps.
• Must be able to work weekends and/or holidays when necessary.
• Must be able to work overtime as required.
• Must be able to travel extensively to other locations, including international and rural areas, sometimes with extended periods away from home

Other Responsibilities

• Other duties and projects as assigned by management.

Requirements

• An associate degree preferred.
• Demonstrated experience in construction management.
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and be accountable for individual and team results.
• The ability to understand procedures and instructions.
• The ability to motivate self and others to set and achieve high performance standards.
• Must have the ability to read, write and speak English at a level that will permit the employee to understand and communicate information in a manner that will enable the employee to safely and efficiently perform the job duties.
• Must be able to use and acquire knowledge of a variety of computer software applications in word processing, spreadsheets, database and presentation.
• Must be proficient in MS Word, Excel and use of the Internet.
• Must possess at any time a valid driver's license with a driving record applicable to Ormat's Safe Driving policy.

Physical Requirements

• The ability to lift 50 pounds periodically.
• The ability to navigate and work in remote field locations and work outdoors in difficult weather conditions.

• The ability to walk, hike, and work on steep, rough terrain for extended periods of time.

• The ability to safely operate 4WD light vehicles on highways and off-road.

• Must be able to frequently climb ladders, climb to and work off of elevated platforms, ladders and walkways.

• Protective equipment and fire-retardant clothing must be worn in the performance of some duties.

• Job requires sitting 50% of the time, standing 50%.