Site Manager

Vanderlande

. Lead and manage the on-site installation team on complex projects .

Posted 9/20/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $123,300 - $137,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong project management capabilities with a focus on site-based activities, contract management, and risk mitigation. Proven ability to lead installation teams, ensure quality execution, and effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels.

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Project Management ExperienceContract ManagementElectromechanical Controls WiringProblem SolvingStakeholder Communication

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Hard Skills

Project DeliverySite OrganizationQuality ChecksInstallation Project PlanningRisk Analysis

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsLeadership CapabilitiesOrganizational SkillsTeam CollaborationProactive Work Ethic

Industry Keywords

HSE ActivitiesClaim HandlingP&L ResponsibilityInstallation ExecutionSite Management Process

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and manage the on-site installation team on complex projects
Take ownership of site-related challenges
Manage P&L responsibility for site-based activities and associated costs
Manage site-based contracts involving high project risk and complex installed equipment
Understand contracts and mitigate related risks
Monitor on-site activities for 50% of each scheduled workday, including at least three full site walks daily
Identify and analyze potential problems, risks, and opportunities and initiate corrective and preventive actions
Manage claim avoidance and claim handling when necessary
Manage quality, time, costs, and information provision
Report and escalate nonconformities to the customer and Project Manager
Negotiate with customers and subcontractors and manage contract issues
Manage stakeholders at all levels, including senior management
Communicate with customers about progress, out-of-scope work, and site-related issues
Manage high-quality installation execution according to corporate processes
Perform quality checks on installations and related processes
Organize and oversee HSE activities on site
Produce the Installation Project Plan covering objectives, organization, planning, and cost calculations in consultation with the Project Manager
Initiate improvements to the site management process
Provide timely reporting to customers, the Project Manager, and head office

Requirements

What you’ll need

Relevant Project Management experience managing engineering projects, though a craft-based background is equally valid
Track record in project delivery
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written skills
Proven leadership capabilities in creating unified and motivated project teams
Exceptional organizational skills and experience working effectively in a team environment incorporating engineering and project management
Proactive and hands-on work ethic
Proven ability in problem solving, especially in intense situations
Working knowledge of electromechanical controls wiring and systems
Experience with contract management, project planning, and site organization
Ability to travel up to 80–90% domestically or internationally
Ability to talk and hear regularly
Ability to lift materials up to 50 pounds on occasion
Ability to bend at the knees to inspect pallets or read packing lists

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual performance bonus program
Eligible for an hourly rate
Full-time, exempt position
Equal opportunity/affirmative action employer