Site Supervisor, BOP

Voith GmbH Group; Ludington (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Voith US Inc. seeks a Site Supervisor II in Ludington, Michigan to plan, prepare and oversee disassembly, installation and commissioning of hydro power plant Balance of Plant equipment.

You will direct subcontractors and craft crews, ensuring work follows drawings, specs and safety standards while meeting schedule and budget targets.

Qualifications

• 5 years minimum of relevant experience in construction, hydro or journeymen trades.
• Technical understanding of hydroelectric power plant equipment or rotating machinery.
• Ability to identify and mitigate safety risks and maintain a safe work environment.
• Read blueprints and interpret design specifications, with attention to safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare assigned work scope, including interfaces with support groups.
• Direct subcontracts and craft crews; oversee execution on site.
• Ensure work follows drawings, specs, method statements, and contractual requirements.
• Interface with engineering and quality to clarify procedures and data.
• Identify safety and quality risks; mitigate in planning and execution.
• Ensure materials meet specifications and are readily available.
• Coordinate fixtures/tools; manage inspections and documentation.
• Lead workforce planning with the Site Manager; promote safety and quality.
• Document deviations in schedule, budget and quality; drive corrective actions.
• Lead incident investigations and implement preventive actions.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Safety leadership

Construction experience

Hydro power knowledge

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 Hydro is hiring for:

Ludington, MI.

Summary

LOCATION: LUDINGTON, MICHIGAN - This position is responsible to plan, prepare and supervise the disassembly, installation and commissioning of hydro power plant Balance of Plant (BOP) equipment at field sites. The work scope includes hydro‑turbine and generator construction and overhaul with a focus on control and support equipment (such as piping, electrical, painting, etc.). The position directs subcontractors and/or craft labor crews and ensures work is performed safely, in accordance with technical procedures and quality standards, and within defined schedule and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed planning and preparation of assigned work scope, including interfaces and hand‑offs with support groups
• Direct work to subcontractors and/or foreman, craft labor crews and oversee execution
• Ensure work is performed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, method statements, and project (including contractual) requirements
• Interface with engineering and quality to clarify technical procedures, drawings and field data requirements
• Analyze and identify potential safety and quality risks; mitigate in planning and execution
• Ensure materials and components are free of defects and meet specification for installation
• Plan and ensure availability of fixtures, tools and other required equipment
• Ensure quality requirements are understood, measurements and inspections are performed and documented as required
• Planning and optimization of work force capacity together with Site Manager
• Execute leadership regarding safety, quality and performance together with site manager
• Promote professional and supportive work environment with craft labor and subcontractors
• Identify and document deviations from plan regarding schedule, budget and quality
• Lead incident investigations at site for safety and quality incidents and drive corrective actions

BOP Scope

Depending on the project, oversee activities associated with:

• Mechanical and electrical balance‑of‑plant systems
• Auxiliary systems and equipment
• Piping and piping supports, including cooling, drainage systems, lubrication and hydraulic systems
• Compressed air systems
• HVAC and ventilation
• Electrical distribution and auxiliary power systems
• Cable tray, conduit, and cable installation
• Grounding and bonding

Qualifications / Pre‑requisites

In addition to Site Supervisor I, the below qualifications are required for the Site Supervisor II:

• 5 years minimum of relevant experience in construction, hydro or journeymen trades, or significant relevant educational experience
• Technical understanding of hydroelectric power plant equipment, or significant experience with rotating machinery, heavy manufacturing, or heavy construction
• Ability to identify and mitigate safety risks and maintain a safe work environment for all site personnel
• Experience with identifying change work (claim) opportunities and supporting substantiation efforts
• Strong ability to read blueprints, interpret design specifications, and understand local building standards and safety regulations
• Provides recommendations for non‑conforming materials, machined/fabricated components and assemblies as to adequacy for use in consultation with engineers
• Conducts training and/or mentoring sessions for inexperienced personnel
• Maintain appropriate staffing levels accounting for future workloads

Physical Capabilities

• This position will require a post offer physical analysis to confirm candidate is fit for duty
• Must be able to properly wear and utilize appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - safety glasses, hard hats, hearing protection, safety boots/shoes, fall protection harnesses, life jackets, etc.
• Must be able to properly lift 50 lbs. and carry it for 10 feet; Must be able to enter/exit through small entries (mandoors, 20 inch in diameter or larger)
• Must be able to climb ladders, climb steps, etc. daily; Must be able to evacuate a powerhouse on foot via steps
• Must be able to stand for several hours at a time on concrete floors
• Job requires work in confined space and work at heights

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.