Sr. Site Manager

Vanderlande Industries GmbH; United States; Remote; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Site Manager to oversee daily operations and manage both self-performing and subcontracted installation staff. This pivotal role involves coordinating project development, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and leading project teams through various phases of construction. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in site management, particularly within mechanical and electrical installations, and possess strong communication skills to liaise effectively with stakeholders. Join a dynamic team dedicated to delivering high-quality projects in a fast-paced environment, where your expertise will directly impact project success and client satisfaction.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of Site Management experience required.
• Ability to monitor contractor activities ensuring compliance with safety requirements.
• Oversight experience of mechanical and electrical subcontractor activities.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily operations of installation staff and subcontractors.
• Coordinate construction drawings and specification reviews.
• Lead construction project team through mobilization and execution.

Skills

Site Management

Construction Scheduling

Communication Skills

Project Coordination

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction or Engineering

Tools

MS Office

AutoCAD

NAVIS Works

Bluebeam Extreme

Procore

Smartsheet

Primavera (P6)

Job description

The Senior Site Manager will manage the daily operations of self-performing and subcontracted installation staff while they are engaged in the construction, installation, testing, and commissioning of all project related systems. The Senior Site Manager will report all construction related activities to the Construction Manager and project team.

Key responsibilities:

• Involvement with project development and pre-construction planning activities including scheduling, estimating, and staffing.

• Coordinate issued for construction drawings and specification reviews and approvals.

• Lead construction coordination and documentation (pre-construction conference, weekly and monthly progress meetings).

• Involvement in the development of scope of work packages and working with subcontractors and vendors for proposals.

• Work with the subcontractors/vendorsto develop and maintain schedule for their respective work.

• Involvement in developing the start-up and commissioning plans. Manage and schedule the commissioning process.

• Coordinate construction RFI process.

• Assists the engineers with quantity take offs and perform additional construction services duties as required.

• Implement scope, schedule and budget for the installation, conversion, or demolition project. (Be it Base Build, Sustaining, Tool Install etc.)

• Foster and manage a strong HSE / EHS environment (Beyond Zero) between trades, client(s), design which adheres to project and OSHA safety requirements.

• Review of RFP, pre-construction activities, scope review, Trade partner alignment (reaching out to trade disciplines for work specific tasks).

• Develop schedule and coordinate trades to execute minor repairs and projects.

• Supervise the construction and progress of, mechanical, electrical, commissioning, and related architectural and structural scopes.

• Work with the subcontractors/vendorsto prepare/review change orders.

• Manager has overall responsibility for project, technical, contractual, budget and schedule activities within the construction and across multiple disciplines

• Ensuring project deliverables are established, executed, and closed.

• Lead and manage the construction project team through site mobilization, execution, and demobilization activities.

• Review all cost associated with projects. CO’s, PO’s, ECO’s etc

• Review and approve all internal and subcontractor safety field reporting).

• Review expenses, timecards, Over Time approval and daily interaction with teams with Site Project Manager.

• Lead teams by motivation and direction typically through multiple site superintendents, construction managers, and functional managers by driving a successful project delivery process.

• Chair and drive daily and weekly trade meetings, support pull planning sessions both internally and with general and or subcontractors

• Depending on project needs, expected to run projects as both a Construction Manager and a Construction Coordinator (spending a large % of your time in the field).

• Interface with factory engineers and managers of operations, to coordinate construction within live facilities without impact to production.

• Manage the daily activities of a client and contractor workforce of managers, engineers, designers, and trades, to meet or exceed all schedules for project deliverables.

• Conduct periodic project site inspections.

• Review pay estimates from contractors.

• Solve problems in a timely manner while coordinating with appropriate stakeholders.

• Coordinate as-built drawings with the field and engineering teams.

• Interface between engineering and construction operations for resolution of technical issues related to all disciplines.

• Lead quality control efforts throughout the duration of the project.

• Complete the scope of work to the satisfaction of the client, while simultaneously ensuring that HSE, quality, financial, risk management; business and policy expectations are met.

• Ability to manage self-perform installations with mechanical, electrical, and steel erection scope.

Responsible for project reporting inclusive of:

• Daily Log Reporting

• 3 Week Look Ahead

• Progress & Production Tracking

• Schedule Updates

• Quality/Backcheck Tracking/Logs

• Site & Change Directive Issuance/Logs

• T&M Tracking/Logs

• Material Inventory/Tracking

• Safety Training & Reporting

• Punch List Management

• Meeting Agenda/Minutes

• Omnitracker creation

• All Pertinent Project Logs

Responsible for the creation/collaboration of plans inclusive of:

• Warehouse/Logistic Planning

• Site Safety Plan

• Quality Plan

• Site Management Plan

• Installation Work Plans: Step Plans, Pre-Activity Plans and Tie In Plans

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction, Engineering, or equivalent experience.

• 10+ years of Site Management experience required.

• Conveyor Installation experience a plus.

• Oversight experience of mechanical and electrical subcontractor activities in an operational industrial facility performing renovations and build outs on existing structures.

• Ability to monitor the activities of contractors and subcontractors performing craftwork, ensuring compliance with project quality, safety, and security requirements.

• OSHA 30-hour safety card

• CMAA Certification a plus.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Proficiency in MS Office products, Auto CAD, NAVIS Works, Bluebeam Extreme, Procore and Smartsheet.

• Able to read and interpret engineering schematics and design prints

• Ability to read and understand mechanical, electrical, and steel installation drawings

• Possess good written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficiency in presentation and communication to customer, contractor, and management audience.

• Proven working knowledge of construction scheduling, primavera (P6) experience a plus

• Ability to lead/run meetings

• Proven business development experience

• Demonstrated proficiency in planning, assessing, and modifying resource requirements, including work resource schedules and material delivery.

• Proficiency in specification development and subcontract agreements.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. This is a full-time, exempt position, eligible to receive an hourly rate and to participate in an annual performance bonus program. The salary range listed represents the maximum and minimum starting base pay for this position as of the time of posting. Final salary offered will be determined based on factors including but not limited to the candidate's skills and experience. The annual performance bonus program is preset and not candidate dependent.

Salary range: $120,000 - $140,000

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Vanderlande is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regards to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.