ProInstall Project Manager

Voith; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

401K with generous company match

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Voith Paper is hiring a ProInstall Project Manager in Appleton, WI. This role leads installation planning, cost estimation, and scope development for Voith rebuild and component installation projects at customer mills, focusing on paper machinery equipment.

The position involves coordinating with Voith, customers, and engineers, selecting partners for project disciplines, and managing construction and logistics onsite, with travel up to 30% in the United States.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience with paper machinery installation preferred.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and bills of materials required.
• Strong electrical and controls aptitude with ability to read and estimate installation in industrial facilities.
• Proficient in Windows-based programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and develop proposals for ProInstall projects: installation planning, cost estimating, scope documents and specifications, scheduling and manpower.
• Collaborate with Voith, customers, and integration engineers on constructability reviews.
• Select partners such as engineering firms and contractors for project disciplines.
• Coordinate with customers, engineering and Voith departments; install major paper machinery equipment and perform upgrades and repairs.
• Provide construction management at customer sites, including logistics and crew management.
• Attend customer meetings and complete punch list items for final acceptance.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Prioritization & organization

Troubleshooting

Reading mechanical drawings

Reading electrical/controls diagrams

Communication

Education

High school degree

Associate degree preferred

Tools

SAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Voith Group is a global technology company. With its broad portfolio of systems, products, services and digital applications, Voith sets standards in the markets of energy, paper, raw materials and transport & automotive. Founded in 1867, the company today has around 20,700 employees, sales of € 4,8 billion and locations in over 60 countries worldwide and is thus one of the larger family-owned companies in Europe.

Voith Paper is hiring for:

ProInstall Project Manager
Appleton, WI

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Reasons you’ll love working here:

• Flexibility with Work/Life Balance
• Competitive Compensation and Benefits Package
• 401K with generous company match

Summary

The ProInstall Project Manager (Construction Manager) is a member of the ProInstall Department working under the direction of the Senior Manager of ProInstall. The main responsibilities include planning, organization, and development of installation labor and logistics included for Voith rebuild and component installation projects at our customer’s mill sites, specifically for paper machine and stock preparation equipment.

A ProInstall project is similar to a Turnkey or EPC type project. It includes Voith equipment supply, all required plant engineering and construction services as well as materials required to complete a project, ready for operation.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and develop proposals for ProInstall projects: installation planning, cost estimating, development of scope documents and specifications, scheduling and manpower, along with providing a safe work environment in the field.
• Work with Voith, Customers, and integration engineers on constructability reviews.
• Selection of partners such as Engineering Companies and Contractors for project specific disciplines.
• Collaboration with customers, engineering companies and contractors as well as various Voith departments involved in the projects.
• Installation of major paper machinery equipment such as new machines, machine rebuilds and machinery upgrades as well as equipment repair projects.
• Provide construction management at customer sites for assigned projects, including all site logistics and construction crew management.
• Participate in customer meetings and conduct follow up visits to complete any punch list items and complete the project for final acceptance by the customer.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Conduct or participate in meetings with managers, co-workers, and / or customers.
• Take responsibility for documentation of all communications with customers and contractors.
• Able to travel within the United States up to 30% of the time.
• Perform other duties as assigned such as in-house technical assistance for customers.

Qualifications

• High school degree and/or related experience, associate degree preferred.
• 5+ years experience with paper machinery installation preferred.
• Strong Leadership skills with the ability to manage the entire construction and engineering team. Lead the project site for the Voith team.
• Ability to prioritize and organize multiple tasks.
• Good troubleshooting/problem solving skills.
• Strong mechanical and process aptitude with the ability to read mechanical drawings and bills of materials is required.
• Strong electrical and controls aptitude with the ability to read, understand, and estimate installation of electrical and controls systems in industrial facilities.
• Strong technical drawing and P&ID interpretation.
• Remote support by video and phone tools.
• Proficient in Windows based programs such as Word, Excel, Power Point, Project, and Outlook.
• Basic SAP Skills to review drawings and part information.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable

accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Activity

None

< 3

hours/day

3 -6

hours/day

> 6

hours/day

Stand

X

Walk

X

Sit

X

Use hands to finger, handle, & feel

X

Reach with hands & arms

X

Stoop, kneel, crouch

X

Climb

X

Crouch

X

Balance

X

Reach

X

Talk or hear

X

Look at a computer screen

X

Lift up to 10 lbs

X

Lift up to 25 lbs

X

Lift up to 50 lbs

X

Lift up to 100 lbs

X

Lift more than 100 lbs

X

* This job description is not all encompassing, however, is intended to be a general description of the responsibilities of this position.

Voith US Inc. is an EEO/AA/VEVRAA compliant Federal Contractor and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.We welcome everyone to apply, especially those individuals who are underrepresented in the industry including people of color, LGBTQI+ community, women, individuals with disabilities (both seen and unseen), Veterans, people of any age or family status. We embrace the competitive advantage that diversity brings and we strive to create a working environment that is inclusive of thought and talent.