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Quanta Services

Builds and repairs power grids and utility networks

Site Manager - Combined Cycle Projects

Construction ManagementUpdated on Nov 11
Full-timeKingsbury, IN, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required; a bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field is preferred.
  • At least 10 years of progressive construction leadership experience, including significant experience supporting utility-scale power generation projects.
  • Proven experience managing field execution of CCGT, simple-cycle generation, thermal power, industrial energy, or major EPC construction projects.
  • Strong understanding of power block construction, including gas turbines, HRSGs, steam turbines, mechanical systems, electrical systems, and instrumentation and controls installations.
  • Demonstrated success delivering large-scale industrial construction projects safely, on schedule, and within budget.
  • Experience managing multiple subcontractors, craft labor forces, and project stakeholders in fast-paced construction environments.
  • Proficiency with project management and scheduling software such as Primavera P6, MS Project, and Procore.
  • Strong knowledge of construction safety requirements and industry best practices.
  • Ability to plan, schedule, and organize work; solve problems and make decisions in complex field environments; and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
  • Ability to build collaborative relationships across engineering, construction, commissioning, and client teams.
  • Ability to relocate or work from remote project locations for extended durations.

Responsibilities

  • Lead all site construction activities for CCGT power generation projects, including civil, structural steel, mechanical, piping, boiler/HRSG, electrical, instrumentation and controls, and balance-of-plant scopes.
  • Serve as the primary on-site representative for the project and coordinate with clients, engineering teams, original equipment manufacturers, contractors, vendors, and commissioning personnel.
  • Oversee installation of major plant equipment, including combustion turbines, HRSGs, steam turbines, condensers, cooling systems, transformers, and associated auxiliaries.
  • Direct project scheduling, sequencing, and site logistics to align with critical project milestones and commercial operation dates.
  • Promote and maintain a strong safety culture while ensuring compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and environmental standards.
  • Lead field supervision, construction managers, superintendents, field engineers, and subcontractors to achieve project objectives.
  • Identify and mitigate site risks, resolve construction issues, and implement recovery plans to maintain schedule and budget performance.
  • Monitor productivity, manpower, equipment utilization, and construction progress.
  • Ensure quality control processes and turnover documentation are completed in accordance with project requirements.
  • Support startup, commissioning, testing, and turnover activities in coordination with operations, OEM representatives, and commissioning teams.
  • Provide project status updates, forecasting, and reporting to senior leadership.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • Experience with utility-scale CCGT power plant construction.
  • Experience with GE, Siemens Energy, Mitsubishi Power, or Ansaldo turbine projects.
  • Experience with HRSG installation and commissioning activities.
  • Experience with startup, commissioning, and commercial operation readiness.
  • Experience with high-voltage switchyard, transmission interconnection, and balance-of-plant construction.

About the Company

Quanta Services

Builds and repairs power grids and utility networks

Quanta Services builds, upgrades and repairs the power lines, substations, pipelines and communications networks that utilities, power producers and large energy users rely on. It runs its own training school, Northwest Lineman College, which prepares workers for electric line work at campuses in several states. Quanta works through regional operating companies that handle engineering, construction, storm restoration and routine upkeep for their customers. Clients pay under long-term master service agreements for ongoing work and under fixed-price or cost-based contracts for large projects. Quanta was founded in 1997 by combining four electrical contractors and is based in Houston, Texas.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Houston, TX
Founded
1997

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