Job title:  Site Manager

As the first equipment manufacturer in Canada and a world leader in the design of hydroelectric turbines and generators, ANDRITZ Canada 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 Canada, you are contributing to the development of sustainable technology, a clean future, and the maintenance of a proud Canadian's expertise.

From water to wire – Be part of the movement!

The site manager will be the primary contact with customer site management. Will be responsible for all operational site matters (costs, schedule, quality, health & safety, environment). The site manager will need to maintain site team effectiveness (leadership, communication, teamwork, coordination). Responsibility of promoting and safeguarding the interests of ANDRITZ Hydro at the site.

The following responsibilities form the core of this role in our Canadian team. 

•    Has overall responsibility for site installation and commissioning activities. This will include compliance with safety and environmental protection requirements, respect of technical quality requirements, schedule management, costs management and project risks management;
•    Has overall responsibility for installation planning and strategy and coordination with the client and other contractors on site;
•    Has overall responsibility for the preparation of the mobilization plan, installation schedule and sequence and updating of the progress/development of the plan as the work is completed;
•    Responsibility for site kick-off and progress review meetings.  Provides prompt reports and documentation on deviations (cost, schedule, quality) to Project Manager;
•    Provides technical inputs and strategy for claim management;
•    Anticipates risks and measures to mitigate impacts from deviations to the plan;
•    Prepares site logs and maintenance of daily log book; 
•    Prepares overall weekly site reports.

Why 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. 

•    Five to ten (5-10) years of experience on construction site or equivalent experience;
•    Strong experience on large construction sites as site manager;
•    Technical college degree and/or significant related experience;
•    Hydro product knowledge;
•    Project Management skills and ability to handle multiple complex tasks at a time;
•    Effective communication skills (oral  & written);
•    Proven leadership ability within a team context;
•    Excellent problem solving skills, sound judgment, initiative & creativity;
•    Professionalism and tact in representing the company to our internal and external customers;
•    Knowledge of French, spoken and written (an asset);
•    Available to travel & work on site for extended periods.

What do we offer
•    Life, disability, dental and extended health insurance;
•    Pension plan;
•    Performance share plan;
•    Employee assistance program;
•    Employee individualized training and career plan. 

Did you know?
ANDRITZ Canada 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.

ANDRITZ is:
•    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 including more than 600 in Canada

•    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

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