Manager, CPX

Vestas•Austin, TX

12d

About The Position

Oversees the leadership, management, and coordination of the personnel, equipment, and subcontractors needed to install wind turbine generator facilities. The role is accountable for safety and behavior, execution excellence, team alignment and motivation, customer loyalty, and financial performance. It maintains a highly effective team focused on continuous improvement and strong results. Performance is measured against key performance indicators, organizational objectives and initiatives, team motivation and performance, and customer commitments.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in construction management or equivalent.
3–5 years of experience as a construction or project manager, project lead, or in another management role in a related service, industrial, or manufacturing setting.
Technical background, especially in substations, electrical instrumentation, hydraulics, or rotating heavy equipment.
Effective knowledge of technical drawings and schematics, and ability to use detailed technical information to solve complex problems.
Thorough understanding of safety procedures and management practices.
Effective leadership skills, including guiding and developing employees to promote a coordinated, engaged team.
Effective change and conflict management, balanced risk assessment, and decision-making skills.
Background in continuous improvement and quality practices, including root cause analysis, corrective-action follow-through, and Lean tools.
Demonstrated issue resolution and structured problem-solving skills, with ability to improve products and services to better meet customer needs.
Experience with budgeting, cost management, and scheduling, and solid knowledge of business fundamentals and financial matters.
Proficiency with PCs and Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Can travel and work directly from a construction site.
Ability to communicate effectively in English.
Regular and consistent attendance.
Ability to interact frequently with others in a professional, courteous manner and effectively manage a team.
Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the duration of a task.
Valid driver's license.

Nice To Haves

Primavera Project Management experience.
SAP knowledge.

Responsibilities

Implement site-level safety practices and protocols in alignment with organizational standards, and ensure safety procedures are followed for employees, customers, subcontractors, and the public.
Promote an incident-, injury-, and illness-free culture and partner closely with the Health, Safety and Environment department.
Monitor the project schedule and ensure milestones and deadlines are met.
Build and maintain effective relationships with the customer, BOP Contractor, and internal partners, pursuing customer loyalty excellence.
Use knowledge of wind turbine technology, installation, commissioning, and operation to support efficient, cost-effective team models and customer satisfaction.
Develop and implement the project execution budget and improve operational efficiency to lower cost per MWH.
Establish an effective and efficient staffing model to meet operational objectives.
Manage costs affecting financial performance, implement efficiency initiatives, and mitigate liquidated damages.
Ensure site data is updated and processed promptly in appropriate information systems, including construction progress summaries.
Maintain accurate billing documentation and support efficient accounts receivable.
Inspect construction work for compliance with plans and specifications and required quality standards.
Manage the effectiveness and efficiency of site assets, including vehicles, equipment, tools, and offices.
Represent Vestas core values and champion high performance standards.
Coach, mentor, and develop Assistant Construction Managers, Lead Technicians, Field Support Coordinators, QSE Professionals, and Technicians.
Anticipate and respond appropriately to customer needs, and seek to provide high-quality service and products.
Communicate Vestas' vision and guide, mentor, and motivate others toward goals.
Adjust planned work using relevant information and critical thinking to address competing demands and changing priorities.
Take ownership of decisions and behavior, and work ethically, efficiently, and economically.
Understand and fulfill Vestas contractual responsibilities and deliverables.