Lead Site Manager Offshore - New York City
New York City, NY, US, 10001

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Vestas is the world's largest wind turbine manufacturing company with significant operations in the United States.
Lead Site Manager Offshore – New York City
The Offshore Customer Project Execution Department oversees all wind farm projects from start to completion. The team takes responsibility for a wind farm once a contract has been signed and remains responsible until the final tests are completed. Working closely with logistics, procurement, and finance departments, the team keeps the project on budget and on schedule and ensures our ongoing safety and quality standards are met.
Responsibilities:
As the Lead Site Manager, Offshore Commissioning, your main responsibility will be the organization of construction sites with the focus on safety, quality, budget, and time, as well as to:
- Oversee all construction daily activities to monitor compliance with safety and quality regulations.
- Plan and schedule resources in line with Project Programs.
- Coordinate and direct construction workers and subcontractors.
- Meet contractual conditions of performance by reviewing the work progress daily.
- Plan to prevent problems and resolve any emerging situations.
- Evaluate, handle, and mitigate risks.
- Ensure quality construction standards and the use of proper construction techniques.
- Review the project in-depth to schedule deliverables and estimate costs.
Qualifications:
- Electrical or Mechanical Engineering degree from an accredited institution
- Minimum of 3 years' experience as a Site Manager or Supervisor, ideally offshore, during either the construction or operation and maintenance phase.
- Advanced knowledge of construction management processes, models and methods as well as process safety standards and local legislation.
- Understanding of all facets of the construction process.
- Ability to obtain and hold GWO and country specific Construction Medical check certification.
- Fluent in the English language, both spoken and written.
- Primary work location: Offshore SOV departing from Brooklyn.
- Expected travel: 100% in a 3 week rotation pattern.
Competencies:
- You are a motivated and results-orientated team member who puts a great emphasis on safety.
- You demonstrate notable analytical proficiency and adeptly balance multiple responsibilities while prioritizing your workload.
- Capacity to contribute meaningfully, whether alone or in collaboration with others.
- Experienced in conflict and crisis management, while also being able to stay professional in time-sensitive situations.
- Leadership and human resource management skills that empower and motivate the team around you.
- Ability to identify and utilize team members skills, knowledge, and experience
- Solid time and project management skills.
What We Offer:
We offer an exciting position with great development opportunities in an inspiring environment at the world's number one wind turbine producer. We value initiative, responsibility, and accuracy. You will become part of an international environment with a commitment to sustainability and safety and you will work among colleagues that support each other.
- Attractive salary and one of the most comprehensive benefits plans in the industry
- Great benefits coverage that includes dental and vision
- Generous Paid Time Off policies
- Great 401(k) plan (with employer match)
- Tuition assistance
Salary $130,000-$150,000/year
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About Vestas
Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore.
Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 185 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field.
With 30,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future.
Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity.
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Nearest Major Market: Manhattan
Nearest Secondary Market: New York City