Job Title:
Engineering and Construction Manager

Company: JVT Advisors

Location: New Milford, CT

Created: 2024-05-10

Job Type: Full Time

Job Description:

Engineering and Construction Manager needed. Full-time role with benefits. This role can be based in Northfield, MA or New Milford, CT. Salary range is $150K-$160K with bonus.Reporting to the Director, Asset Management, the Engineering and Construction Manager is responsible for leading the engineering team. Will provide engineering and technical support for generation and storage assets, manage the CAPEX budget and processes, manage construction activities and assignments which include oversight of engineering work performed by contracted engineers and others within the engineering organization.Key Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To:Manage engineers within the US operation group, perform engineering and technical support activities, and advise and troubleshoot on issues related to operations facilitiesCoordinate performance testing and reliability engineering activitiesWork with the operations personnel to develop and prioritize CAPEX and major maintenance short term and long term budgets and supportWork with the development team to support project construction estimatesCreate and or review bid packages (RFPs)Participate in the selection of engineering consultants/contractors and manage their workManage CAPEX records and periodic reporting for operations and development projectsCoordinate closely with and support the Manager, Regulatory Compliance, the Chief Dam Safety Engineer, and the Senior Manager, Project Development, Business DevelopmentReview technical materials provided by others to support due diligence on assets considered for acquisitionDevelop and maintain technical librariesRepresent the company in public and professional organizationsCarries out other duties and responsibilities as assignedJob Qualifications / SkillsBachelor's Degree in Engineering, required10+ years' engineering experience involving engineering, operation, and/or maintenance of power facilities3+ years' experience managing teamsPower and/or construction industry experience is a significant preferencePerformance testing experienceDemonstrable analytical and report writing skillsPrior experience managing contractors and consultantsProven ability to work effectively with managers, supervisors, and employees under stressful conditionsAbility to work independently on implementing and developing engineering team goals and strategies is requiredExcellent organizational, prioritization, and time management skillsExperience with FERC and NERC compliance is preferredStrong sense of integrity and ability to work independentlyMust be proficient with MS Office Suite and database managementStrong communication and presentation skillsMust have a valid driver's licensePhysical RequirementsAbility to climb heights and work in confined spaces.Ability to be physically mobile (stand, walk, reach, climb, bend) and also the ability to sit for prolonged periods throughout the day/work hours.Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 lbs.