Site Installation Manager

Équipement d'essai Aérospatial CEL Ltée; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

CEL Aerospace invites a motivated Installation Manager to lead on-site teams for installing and commissioning customized aircraft engine test facilities. You will coordinate with mechanical, electrical, and software managers, ensuring timely, safe, and cost-effective execution of projects worldwide.

You will plan resources, supervise contractors, communicate daily with clients, and maintain documentation while upholding CEL Aerospace safety standards and quality controls.

Qualifications

• Technical degree in mechanical or electrical engineering.
• General knowledge of mechanical, electrical and instrumentation engineering.
• Knowledge of basic software such as Word, Excel, MS Project, AutoCAD.
• 2 years' experience in a similar position in the high-tech sector.
• OSHA 30-hour training is required.
• Experience in supervising staff and contractors.
• Strong communicator to work with civil engineers or architects and project managers.
• Skilled negotiator with customer service mindset and representing the company on the road.

Responsibilities

• Plan, carry out, monitor and supervise work teams and/or contractors during installations.
• Coordinate with managers, project managers, and client on schedule and progress.
• Ensure safety, quality, and cost-efficiency per contract documents.
• Develop schedules, specifications, and contractor selections; assist travel planning.
• Provide daily activity reports and installation documentation.
• Support site teams during engine tests and post-installation reviews.
• Write and present installation reports to senior management.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Negotiation

Project coordination

Education

Technical degree in mechanical or electrical engineering

Tools

Word

Excel

MS Project

AutoCAD

Job description

CEL believes that work is more than a job, it's a place of fulfillment. We create opportunities for everyone to realize their potential and grow with us. To achieve this, we have developed a corporate culture that puts the employee at the heart of its priorities.

Founded in 1988, CEL focuses on the design, manufacture and commissioning of customized aircraft engine test facilities. Its range of products and services extends from component test stands (pumps, injectors, etc.) to the delivery of complete installations dedicated to an international market.

Would you like to put your passion to good use and join our team?

Reporting to the Director, the Installation Manager will be responsible for planning, carrying out, monitoring and supervising work teams and/or contractors during installations.

• Works closely with technical managers (mechanical, instrumentation, software) and project managers to ensure smooth installation and start-up of a product/project. Perform all project assignments safely, in a technically appropriate and cost-effective manner, and within established schedules and budgets;
• Act as liaison with the project manager, owner, regulatory agencies, subcontractors, and/or internal departments on technical, safety, and quality related matters as required;
• Plans the resources required on site, participates in the development of schedules, the drafting of specifications and the selection of contractors, and participates in travel planning;
• Communicates with client daily regarding project schedule/progress;
• Implement cost effective and labor effective schedule for all personnel and subcontractors;
• Assist with material and project plans submittals process. Ensure compliance with contract documents and specifications;
• Provide detailed photographic documentation of work performed, and draft/submit daily activity reports;
• Guides and supports the team at his disposal during installation and start-up of products/projects;
• Manage internal teams, subcontractor crews, and schedule as required. Evaluate personnel actions and shutdown field activities when health and safety or quality is compromised in accordance with approved plans;
• Conduct/facilitate daily meetings with field team and facilities personnel as needed;
• Have a good command of the commissioning process, including the tools, tasks, and roles involved;
• Be adept at using word processors, spreadsheets, and other software for keeping track of details on a job site or for completing progress reports;
• Ability to present timelines of their jobs and estimations for effort, and support scheduling;
• Report in the field supporting project execution based on daily schedule and look-ahead schedule to mitigate risk, hold contractors accountable to CEL Aerospace installation quality and workmanship;
• Ensure a safe working environment based on CEL Aerospace H&S specifications and protocols;
• Review design vs. installation planning to ensure proper installation and ensure the latest (or correct) drawings are being used;
• Execute tasks in the category of installing and validation of equipment;
• Installs mechanical and/or electrical equipment;
• Performs precision alignment of installed mechanical equipment;
• Develops and maintains internal and external contacts to facilitate installations and after-sales support;
• Writes and submits installation reports to senior management;
• Prepares "Scope of work" specifications for contractors;
• Support site teams during engine tests, analyzes performance and makes recommendations;
• Coordinates annual calibrations;
• Writes and presents post mortems.

Your background and strengths:

• Technical degree in mechanical or electrical engineering;
• General knowledge of mechanical, electrical and instrumentation engineering;
• Knowledge of basic software such as Word, Excel, MsProject, Autocad;
• 2 years' experience in a similar position in the high-tech sector;
• OSHA 30-hour training (is required);
• Experience in supervising staff and contractors;
• Strong communicator to work with civil engineers or architects, as well as the ability to clearly communicate their decisions with project managers and other construction workers;
• A skilled negotiator, the employee must have a highly developed customer service mindset, knowing that he or she will be acting as the company's representative while on the road.