Construction Manager I

Deutsche Windtechnik•Houston, TX

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Deutsche Windtechnik is Germany’s largest Independent Service Provider, offering a comprehensive service package for Wind Turbine Generators (WTG) from one single source.With more than 9,000 WTGs under contract and more than 2,200 worldwide employees operating in Europe, the US and Asia, Deutsche Windtechnik sets the bar for Independent Service Provider services. Deutsche Windtechnik came to North America and started operations here in 2018. Headquartered in Houston, TX., it is our goal to set the standard for best-in-class levels of quality, safety, efficiency, and customer service in the US market. Ready to be an important part of our repower team as a Construction Manager I? As a Construction Manager I, responsibility includes overseeing the on-site execution of wind energy repower projects from inception to completion. This role plays a crucial part in ensuring all aspects of the project are carried out efficiently, safely, and in accordance with the project plan. Strong leadership skills, technical expertise in wind energy, and a commitment to delivering high-quality results on time and within budget are essential.

Requirements

Associate's degree in a relevant field or equivalent years of work experience preferred.
Valid Driver's License.
Five (5) years of wind energy and/or construction experience.
Demonstrated ability to complete complex, large scale, multi-million-dollar construction projects on schedule and within budget.
Strong management skills, with ability to prioritize and resolve multiple issues while under schedule constraints.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Ability to read and comprehend construction documents such as Gantt chart schedules, technical drawings, and contract documents.
Proficient with typical computer software (Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, and PowerPoint).
Willingness to relocate (temporary) as required for each project site location.
Must be able to pass a physical exam and drug/alcohol screening.
The employee must be capable of lifting and/or moving up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus because of potential work in close confines.
Employees must be physically fit enough to free climb 300 ft multiple times a day while wearing 25+ lbs. of climbing gear and work in extreme weather conditions.
Must be capable of rescuing teammates anywhere in the tower in the event of an emergency.
We care about the safety and wellbeing of every one of our employees. To help ensure their safety, any employees climbing a wind turbine must use a Personal Fall Arrest System, and may not exceed the system’s maximum weight capacity of 309 lbs. This weight must include the individual, their tooling, uniform, and personal protective equipment. Based on these safety requirements and the standard weight of equipment, employees who climb wind turbines may not exceed a maximum personal body weight of 260 lbs.

Responsibilities

Work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment to ensure successful project execution from start to finish?
Provide an on-site leadership presence to manage crews, troubleshoot issues and ensure safety of all personnel?
Provide daily guidance and supervision to project crews?
Execute on project plans meeting work scope, objectives, timelines, and resource requirements?
Monitor project progress and implement adjustments as necessary to ensure on-time completion?
Maintain detailed project documentation and completion records?
Support major component work and campaigns with our SFS and O&M teams when a repower project in not on-going?
Prioritize safety and quality by promoting a strong safety culture across all activities including daily crew meetings, safety briefs and work debriefs.
Implement and enforce safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment for all personnel on-site.
Conduct regular safety inspections and walkdowns to identify and mitigate potential hazards and risks.
Oversee quality assurance processes to ensure that workmanship and materials meet project specifications and industry standards.
Allocate resources effectively, including labor, equipment, and materials, to optimize productivity and minimize downtime.
Provide technical guidance and support to on-site teams, resolving technical issues and challenges as they arise.
Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams to ensure seamless execution of project tasks.
Ensure compliance with environmental regulations, safety standards, and prevailing wage/apprenticeship requirements throughout project execution.
Report to the Project Manager on safety, quality, schedule, and cost throughout execution and assist in handover of the project to DWT operations or customer team.