Job title:  Site Installation Project Manager

ANDRITZ Hydropower North America is part of an international technology group with an extensive portfolio of sustainable products and solutions. ANDRITZ aims to make the greatest possible contribution to a sustainable future and help its customers achieve their sustainability goals. The group has around 29,800 employees and over 280 locations in more than 40 countries.

As the first equipment manufacturer in North America and a world leader in the design of hydroelectric turbines, ANDRITZ Hydropower North America has more than 185 years of know-how.

In a context of energy transition, our hydroelectric innovation projects make sense. From design to construction, our innovative team of experts offers turnkey solutions. By joining ANDRITZ Hydropower, you are contributing to the development of sustainable technology, and a clean future.
 

From water to wire – Be part of the movement!
 

Site Installation Project Manager

Up to ~30% travel

Summary of the role 

The Site Installation Project Manager (Installation Coordinator) is responsible for planning, coordinating and leading the installation of the site works of projects. This person will work in collaboration with other Installation Coordinators, the Site Managers and Supervisors as well as the project management team. The scope of a hydro-electric power project will include all aspects of turbine and generator installation. 

The following responsibilities form the core of this role: 

• Remote supervision and strategic coordination of all site installation activities related to the system (Turbine, Generator, BOP, EPS) 
• Oversight of safe and cost-effective execution of installation works, ensuring alignment with the project schedule and specifications 
• Representing and safeguarding the interests of ANDRITZ at the site level through remote leadership 
• Ensuring installation works comply with contract specifications, drawings, and documentation via off-site coordination 
• Supporting hands-on site installation indirectly through guidance and coordination with the Site Manager and installation team 
• Verifying that site personnel are suitably qualified and aligned with ANDRITZ standards and best practices 
• Facilitating active cooperation across internal and external system interfaces, including coordination between site activities and broader project stakeholders 
• Strategically optimizing site manning and cost control through remote planning and coordination 
• Conducting risk assessments and ensuring safety measures are implemented in line with the health, safety, and environmental plan 
• Monitoring progress and processes remotely, ensuring adherence to detailed site schedules and project specifications 
• Overseeing inspections, measurements, and documentation workflows from a strategic level 
• Managing timely reporting and resolution of site non-conformities, technical issues, and potential claims through coordination with site leadership 
• Coordinating receipt, inspection, storage, and maintenance of goods in collaboration with the Site Manager 
• Ensuring internal reporting of safety-critical incidents and near misses is completed and escalated appropriately 
• Reviewing and consolidating daily logs and contributing to weekly/monthly installation activity reports 
• Planning and ensuring timely provision of manpower, tools, equipment, and devices for each installation phase 
• Overseeing compilation of actual drawings and installation documentation from a remote coordination standpoint 
• Ensuring proper, safe, and professional component handling through strategic oversight 
• Coordinating preparation and handover of spare parts, project tools, and devices in collaboration with the Site Manager 
• Organizing on-site training of client personnel as specified, in coordination with site staff 
• Facilitating cooperation between site personnel including Installation Supervisors and Commissioning Coordinators/Engineers 
• Providing input for final as-built drawings and ensuring documentation completeness 

Do you fit the profile?
Successful teams share objectives, and they also share values! In addition to your strong skills and experience, we need someone with high motivation, a positive mindset, and a willingness to be part of a team. 

The ideal candidate should be willing to work in a complex, fast-paced environment, with evolving priorities. Result and solution-oriented candidates who follow through with ideas and commitments will perform well within ANDRITZ. As our projects have large scopes and often require years to be completed, your perseverance will be valued with us. 

• 5+ years of proven experience in a foreman, site supervisor and/or manager role related to Hydroelectric Turbines, Generators, Balance of Plant and/or Electrical Power Systems.
• Experience working on large, complex construction projects.
• Knowledge of OSHA standards
• Knowledge of applicable ISO Standards
• Familiarity with applicable US Standards
• Able to read engineering drawings and procedures
• Ability to read and understand contract requirements
• Ability to identify non-conformances and organize the work
• Use of LMS, QCS and other Site related Software. 
• Authority to stop work are site due to health and safety issues or quality concerns

What do we offer?

• Life, disability, dental and extended health insurance;
• 401k matching;
• Hybrid work model;
• Annual bonus program;
• Employee assistance program;
• Employee individualized training and career plan.

Did you know?
ANDRITZ Hydro has:

• Over 185 years of experience in turbine design
• Over 489,000 MW of installed and upgraded capacity
• Over 33,200 turbine units delivered
• Over 135 years in electrical engineering
• 65 representative offices worldwide
• More than 6100 employees worldwide 
• Over 50 Compact Hydro units per year
• A complete range of designs up to 800 MW
• 20 manufacturing sites worldwide
• 20% of all turbines in operation worldwide

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.