HargroveEPC

Lead Construction Specialist - Turbine

Newkirk, OK Full time

Who We Are

Hargrove supplies unparalleled services in engineering, procurement, construction management, and technical services in the industrial, commercial, and government sectors. With over 2,700 Teammates in 19 offices domestically and internationally, we build long-term support relationships in the energy generation, manufacturing, research and development, and process-heavy industry in on-site support arrangements, in plant-level small projects and consulting roles, and in larger capital projects.

 

Hargrove’s key operating principle is to provide the Right People, in the Right Place, at the Right Time. We believe that relationships and partnering together provide the best results and long-term benefits for our clients.

 

Work-life balance and flexibility are important areas of focus for Hargrove. We’re happy to discuss flexible working hours, patterns, and locations to suit you and the business.

What You'll Be Doing

Job Summary: This position will support the New Generation group in the coordination and management of a portfolio of projects repowering and removing wind turbines. Responsibilities include daily participation in safety, quality, and planning meetings, inspections of civil sitework, environmental controls, crane pads, and material receiving/storage/installation.

Primary responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

  • Maintain regular attendance and comply with safety procedures.

  • Perform civil sitework and environmental inspections.

  • Review crane lift and haul plans.

  • Document material deliveries, unloading, storage, maintenance, and installation of wind turbine components.

  • Familiarity with and utilizing department standards.

  • Familiarity with project scope, specifications and design criteria upon assignment to a task.

  • Extensive knowledge of construction safety requirements, with a commitment to a zero accidents environment. Ability to ensure contractor’s activities are planned and executed with safety first.

  • Responsible for the safe performance of all contractors on the assigned project.

  • Consulting with design leaders, then following up for support to ensure efficient progress and quality of technical contractual activities on one or more projects of various sizes.

  • Promoting continued relationships with clients.

  • Participating in field construction efforts, design phase services and all subcontracting as well as participating in all major technical, cost, scheduling and performance decisions.

  • Recognizing and communicating scope and design changes promptly.

  • Providing on-site assistance during startup.

  • Coordinating work activities with other staff members and the discipline lead.

  • Consulting with design leaders to ensure the smooth flow of vital information necessary for the scheduled completion of the project.

  • Advising the senior engineer concerning design or scope changes, which have been identified.

  • Reviewing and checking vendor drawings and other discipline drawings for input.

  • Reviewing construction specifications.

  • Reviewing fabrication drawings and other construction submittals for conformance to engineering drawings and specifications.

  • Coordinating contractor activities to avoid lost time due to problem resolutions or lack of direction.

  • Monitoring contractor resource assignments to ensure that the correct numbers of resources are assigned to the work.  

This position offers a competitive compensation package, including paid time off, health insurance benefits, and matching retirement contributions.

Ideal Background

Education: High School diploma or equivalent is required. Bachelor or Master of Science degree in Construction Science, Building Science or related field from an accredited university is highly preferred.

Licensing: General Contractors License is highly preferred.  

Experience: Requires 5+ years of recent wind facility construction experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Heavy industrial power generation construction experience.

  • Valid drivers’ license

  • Strong background in heavy lift/crane operations.

  • Work in adverse conditions outdoors - day and night hours.

  • Basic understanding of electrical Distribution Systems.

  • Knowledge of construction standard practices, techniques, quality requirements, and standards.

  • Knowledge of construction contracts and labor agreements.

  • Ability to interface with contractors, designers, vendors, and other parties connected with the project.

  • Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects independently with little oversight.

  • Ability to accurately appraise technical situations and recommend resolutions to problems.

  • Interpersonal, communication, and strong leadership skills.

  • Must possess strong work ethics and personal accountability.

  • The ability to work effectively in a team setting.

Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to sit, stand or walk for long periods of time.

  • Ability to perform work outdoors in hot or cold climates.

  • Ability to perform duties while wearing personal protective equipment such as a fire-retardant jumpsuit, safety glasses, ear plugs and hard hat.

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Hargrove Culture

We work to create an environment founded on trust, personal integrity, and a “team mentality” so that each person understands the value of their contributions both on a project and company-wide level. We know that each person on our team contributes to the success of our company by pairing expertise and passion to meet and exceed the needs of the clients we serve across the globe.  

Our safety culture protects and promotes the well-being of every person who works with us and every person touched by our work. 

As a 100% Teammate owned company, we proudly offer a comprehensive benefits package including, paid holidays, personal paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, 401(k), and other benefits to eligible Teammates.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Hargrove is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex (including gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, sexual identity, marital or family status), disability, military service or obligations, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Hargrove is a drug-free workplace.

The selected candidate must be authorized to work in the United States.