Fleet Services Manager (Hybrid Or Remote)

Opportunity Summary

The Fleet Services Manager is responsible for coordination of headquarters support to assist with the performance of O&M services during transitions, mobilizations, and commercial operations utilizing technical resources, both organic to the NAES Plant Operations department and from other departments, to support objectives and review fleet performance in critical areas as well as identifying improvement opportunities.

Here's a look at some of the work you'll be performing:

• Perform plant O&M transitions, plant greenfield mobilizations, Operational Readiness Reviews and similar assignments to satisfy a variety of plant needs
• Develop mobilization and/or transition plans specific to each assigned project. Must take into consideration variables such as specific plant technology, timing of project, federal/state/local regulations, and labor/community relations.
• Evaluate project performance and identify and implement appropriate actions to improve performance by reviewing reports, analysis of data and direct observation
• Support the Operations Directors, as requested, in providing training and orientation to the Plant Manager prior to the commercial operations phase to ensure alignment with NAES philosophies
• Provide occasional on-site management support at our operating facilities
• Perform directed Operational Readiness Reviews and similar evaluations to identify plant performance deficiencies. Develop support plans to correct identified deficiencies.
• Ensure draft NAES manuals are developed for plant and client review and, once revised and approved, issue final copies to appropriate plant personnel

For Greenfield efforts:

• Assist the Operations Director in preparing the Plant Manager to become focal point of all project activities and ensure the manager and staff are prepared to support plant startup and transition to commercial operations
• Assist in the recruitment of plant support staff during mobilization efforts. During transition efforts, support the transfer and orientation of the plant staff and recruiting of replacement staff as required.
• In the absence of a Plant Manager, coordinate the schedule of individual system startup to ensure proper working operations prior to the commercial operations date
• Act as primary contact between NAES headquarters, the client and the Engineering Procurement Construction (EPC) contractor. Responsible for commenting on EPC's schedule and developing integrated training plan, making changes as appropriate, and coordinating operator training with the EPC. Ensure training schedule and staffing sequence are in alignment.

Scope of Responsibility
This position operates from established and well-known procedures performing duties independently, under general direction. The position is project supervisory to the extent that daily work direction and support is provided to the subordinate plant and corporate management personnel. Decisions are made within policy and procedure guidelines. This position has partial budgetary preparation and compliance accountability. Project management accountability varies depending on project size ranging from $500,000 to $5,000,000. The position encounters a wide diversity of work situations with a high degree of complexity.

All employees have the responsibility to both the customer and their co-workers to do the job right the first time and to ensure the customers' needs are being met.

Working Relationships

The Fleet Services Manager reports to the Manager, Fleet Services, and is responsible for the performance of O&M services during transitions, mobilizations, and several aspects of commercial operations. Contacts are normally made with others inside and outside of the company to include customers, vendors, contractors, other departments, immediate associates and own supervisor. Contacts are usually made on own initiative concerning matters requiring explanation, discussion, interpretation and approvals.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

This is a full-time position that requires 40 working hours a week. Additional time may be required during heavy workloads or to meet deadlines.

Physical Requirements: Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing as well as handle long periods of screen time.

Compensation

The initial compensation is $132,700 to $145,000 depending on experience.

Why you’re the perfect addition to our team (about you):

• Excellent client and plant interaction skills
• Ability to inspire customer confidence in individual support and NAES. Ability to interact successfully with a wide variety of people
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Ability to provide critical assessments effectively
• Management experience in technical areas required
• Skilled at implementing and knowledge of NAES processes desired
• Organizational, communication, cost estimating and scheduling skills
• Work experience in engineering or operations, specifically in an industrial or power plant environment, to include design, construction, startup or operations
• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering or equivalent knowledge and experience
• Experience in the coordination of multiple activities and tasks in multiple disciplines
• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet and project management software required.
• Supervisory skills desired
• Fundamental technical knowledge of power plant systems and design
• Experience with project scheduling and budgeting

Fitness for Duty

All employees will participate in the Fitness for Duty Program. This program includes a post-offer drug screen. There are extensive smoking restrictions in and around Corporate offices and plant facilities.

NAES Safe

Safety is a core value of NAES and as a condition of employment, all employees are expected to be mentally alert and work safely at all times. Additionally, employees are required to adhere to all safety warnings and posted safety signs whenever on company property. Furthermore, employees must follow all NAES safety rules and procedures. Effectiveness in carrying out this responsibility is part of the evaluation of each employee’s performance.

Organization Overview

NAES is an independent services company dedicated to optimizing the performance of energy facilities across the power generation, oil & gas and petrochemical industries. We apply our deep experience in operations, maintenance, construction, engineering and technical support to build, operate and maintain plants that run safely, reliably and cost-effectively.

Our mission at NAES is to provide best-in-class operations, maintenance, fabrication, construction, engineering, and technical services to clients in the power, energy, and industrial sectors. We combine technical expertise with financial insight to boost our clients’ performance and reduce their risk, knowing that they operate in competitive, heavily-regulated markets. As an employer of choice, we attract and retain best-in-class talent that embrace our core values and apply them to every client’s project.

NAES is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. It is the practice of NAES to seek employees of the highest quality and to select individuals on the basis of merit and competence, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, military status or affiliation protected under USERRA, or any other basis of discrimination prohibited by applicable local, state and federal law.

Experience

Preferred

• 6 year(s): Work experience in engineering or operations, specifically in an industrial or power plant environment, to include design, construction, startup or operations

Education

Preferred

• Bachelors or better in Engineering or related field

Licenses & Certifications

Required

• Driver's License

Skills

Preferred

• Power Plant Operations
• Microsoft Office Suite
• Verbal and Written Communications
• Budgeting
• Project Scheduling
• Power Generation

Behaviors

Preferred

• Functional Expert: Considered a thought leader on a subject
• Thought Provoking: Capable of making others think deeply on a subject
• Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well