Tanks Construction Support Manager - Simple/Combined Cycle

Job Summary

Responsible for coordination of tank construction on combined cycle and simple cycle power generation projects, including reviewing projects from start to completion and supporting bids and proposals. Coordinates compliance with the schedule, safety, cost, and quality decisions in conjunction with the Project Field Manager. #LI-KC1 #construction #simplecycle #combinedcycle

Key Responsibilities

Provides site construction teams with the means, methods, and staffing to support construction of field-erected and shop-fabricated tanks on combined cycle and simple cycle power generation projects, including fuel oil, fire water, demineralized water, service water, wastewater, and other balance-of-plant tanks. Helps lead bids and proposals. Works with the EH&S group to develop and maintain safety programs associated with tank construction activities. Develops craft training and certification programs for tank construction trades supporting open-shop craft employees. Develops and maintains construction procedures and quality programs associated with tank construction, including foundation readiness, material receiving, plate erection, welding, coatings or linings, inspection, testing, and turnover. Identifies and supports the sourcing of tooling and equipment necessary for tank installation and erection. Supports tank construction proposals, including development of staffing, equipment, and other direct and indirect quantities and costs to support estimate development. Leads and participates in design constructability reviews, with attention to tank foundations, access, lifting and erection sequencing, piping and electrical interfaces, testing, and turnover requirements. Supports subcontract development for projects as needed. Actively participates in project risk reviews, including identifying and developing mitigation plans associated with tank construction. Assists the site team in resolving problems and reports on issues related to drawings and information, schedule, quality, quantity tracking, cost reporting, safety, material availability, welding, coatings, testing, and system interfaces. Monitors tank construction productivity, progress, and cost, and reports to the Operations Manager, Construction Manager, and Project Controls Manager.  Verifies that all equipment, materials, manpower, and resources needed to support the project schedule are available and on site. Develops a stable working relationship with the client and assigned tank subcontractor(s). Develops and distributes a Job Hazard Analysis for major tank erection packages within scope. Adheres to safety and quality standards as applicable to duties and accountabilities. Supports continuous improvement efforts and the change management effects associated with the implementation of improvements.

Preferred Qualifications

Direct-hire, open-shop tank construction experience on combined cycle, simple cycle, power generation, or comparable heavy industrial projects is required. Field tank experience is preferred. A bachelor’s degree in construction or engineering and tank craft experience at the superintendent level or above are preferred. 3+ years of experience at Construction Manager level or above is preferred. Knowledge of tank foundations, plate, welding, coatings and linings, inspection, hydrostatic testing, turnover, and balance-of-plant interfaces is preferred. Risk assessment and management. Administrative policies and procedures. Construction Project Management Systems. Conceptual planning ability. Conflict management skills. Leadership ability, including team building, coaching, mentoring, change management, and advising. Multi-tasking ability, including prioritizing, organizing, and scheduling work. Presentation skills. Problem-solving skills, including identifying, analyzing, researching, evaluating, and resolving issues. Project management skills. Communication and meeting skills. Bilingual Spanish-speaking ability is preferred.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in construction or heavy industrial experience preferred, or relevant experience. 3+ years of construction management experience. All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Certifications

OSHA 10

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Physical Demands:
• Lift and carry heavy items weighing up to 50 pounds. 
• Stand, Kneel, Bend, Stoop, Move, and Walk long distances in and around confined, cluttered places, and uneven areas.
• See and hear naturally or with correction.   
• Full range of motion and flexibility consistent with requirements of the job duties. 
• Requires using hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools or controls according to a set procedure. 
• Requires repetitive movement. 
• May require work above 5 feet in height.
• Climb and maintain balance on steel framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds. 
• Work up to a 12 hour shift doing hard physical labor in varying temperature extremes and other outside conditions. 

Work Environment:
• Typical construction site environment:  
• Requires working in cramped work spaces and getting into awkward positions. 
• Requires working in very hot (above 90 F degrees) or very cold (below 32F degrees) temperatures and exposure to inclement weather such as dust, wind, snow, rain, etc. 
• Requires working in extremely bright or low lighting conditions 
• Includes exposure to sounds and noise levels that are distracting or uncomfortable. 
• Work around hazardous equipment.
• Typical office environment.
• This position is considered a safety sensitive position.