Site Manager

Vanderlande; United States; On-site; USD 123,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Annual bonus opportunity

Comprehensive benefits package

Global leader in logistics automation

Job summary

Vanderlande is seeking a Site Manager to oversee installation activities in the field and support the Construction Manager in executing the site plan. You will coordinate daily activities across mechanical, electrical, controls, and pre-commissioning teams while prioritizing safety and quality.

Travel up to 80-90% domestically and internationally is required, with 75% in the field. The role offers growth within a global leader in logistics automation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience supervising installation activities on material handling or automation projects.
• Practical knowledge of subcontractor management, field safety, and project reporting.
• Ability to read installation drawings and understand work sequences.
• Willingness to travel extensively and work in dynamic construction environments.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily installation activities across multiple disciplines to ensure safe project execution.
• Monitor subcontractor manpower, progress, and adherence to plans and schedules.
• Identify field conflicts, delays, material shortages, and safety risks; document and escalate.
• Support quality inspections, turnover prep, and field coordination meetings.

Skills

Field supervision

Subcontractor management

Reading installation drawings

Willingness to travel

Safety compliance

Verbal & written communication

Job description

Job Title

Site Manager

Job Description

About Vanderlande

Vanderlande is a global leader in logistics process automation, specializing in automated material handling systems for airports, warehouses, and parcel operations. Our innovative solutions help move millions of products and pieces of luggage around the world every day. With a strong focus on technology, collaboration, and continuous improvement, we are committed to delivering reliable solutions for our customers while providing meaningful career opportunities for our employees.

Position Summary

The Site Manager oversees assigned installation activities in the field and supports the Construction Manager in executing Vanderlande's approved site execution plan. This role coordinates day-to-day installation activities across multiple disciplines, monitors safety, quality, and progress, and ensures field issues, risks, and constraints are properly documented and escalated. The Site Manager operates within the direction and authority established by the Construction Manager and Project Manager and serves as a key link between field operations and project leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily installation activities across mechanical, electrical, controls, and pre-commissioning teams to ensure safe and efficient project execution.
• Monitor subcontractor manpower, installation progress, workmanship, and adherence to approved work plans, schedules, and installation sequences.
• Identify field conflicts, delays, material shortages, quality concerns, and safety risks, documenting findings and escalating issues to project leadership.
• Support quality inspections, turnover preparation, field coordination meetings, and communication between subcontractors, customers, and project stakeholders.

Qualifications / Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Experience supervising or coordinating installation activities on material handling, conveyor, automation, or comparable construction projects.
• Practical knowledge of subcontractor management, field safety requirements, installation quality standards, and project reporting processes.
• Ability to read installation drawings, understand work sequences, identify conflicts, and support issue resolution in the field.
• Ability to travel extensively and work effectively in dynamic construction and installation environments.

Required Competencies

• Strong leadership and coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple installation disciplines simultaneously.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with accurate and timely reporting capabilities.
• Sound judgment in identifying and mitigating safety, quality, access, and schedule-related risks.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to follow through on corrective actions and field assignments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting medium to large-scale material handling, airport, warehouse automation, or parcel projects.
• Previous experience coordinating multidisciplinary installation teams and subcontractors in active construction environments.
• Technical, trade, or construction management background related to industrial project execution.
• Familiarity with Vanderlande installation processes, turnover requirements, and site safety programs.

Compensation

This is a full-time, exempt position eligible to participate in an annual performance bonus program. The annual salary range for this position is $123,300-$137,000. Final compensation will be determined based on factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's skills, qualifications, and experience. The annual performance bonus program is predetermined and not candidate-dependent.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on industry-leading airport, warehouse, and parcel automation projects.
• Professional growth and development opportunities within a global leader in logistics automation.
• Competitive compensation, annual bonus opportunity, and comprehensive benefits package.
• Collaborative team environment focused on safety, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Additional Information

• Full-time, exempt position supporting large-scale installation projects.
• Works under the direction of the Construction Manager and Project Manager.
• Travel requirement of up to 80%-90%, including domestic and international assignments.
• Expected to spend approximately 75% of the workday in the field monitoring installation activities and project progress.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, climbing, lifting, and other physical activities associated with active construction and installation environments.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Exposure to active construction sites, installation activities, and varying environmental conditions.
• Ability to communicate effectively, perform field inspections, and utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) while executing job responsibilities.

EEOC Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.