EDPR
Senior OSE Equipment Expeditor & Inspector- 12 month assignment
EDPR, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
The Senior OSE Equipment Expeditor & Inspector is responsible for managing the quality and delivery of owner-supplied equipment (OSE) meeting specifications as designed by EDPR NA to ensure on-time delivery and quality of components. The Senior OSE Equipment Expeditor & Inspector, will have extensive experience in supplier quality and/or expediting, will utilize expertise to improve the quality and timely delivery of OSE to ensure it meets the project schedule by coordinating with Procurement and the project team. This is a full‑time position for a 12‑month duration with a full benefits package.
Accountabilities
Serve as key point of contact for the Technical Department to manage the quality and delivery of Owner Supplied Equipment (OSE) and Major Project equipment to support project schedules by effectively communicating with the project teams
Ensure that equipment is delivered on schedule and in accordance to specifications
Coordinate with vendors to inspect equipment as required to ensure quality, readiness, and true location of components
Expedite equipment per agreed procurement plans as needed to support project schedule
Manage and maintain supplier equipment delivery schedules via regular supplier communications and site visits
Perform risk assessment of supplier delivery schedules and proactively develop recovery plans to mitigate delivery delays
Develop and provide weekly reports to management and project teams on the status of OSE and project equipment to ensure components are on track to support project plans and schedules
Build strong and effective relationships with internal key stakeholders and suppliers
Identify material and related documentation as prescribed by the purchase order/sales order or contract specifications highlighting any nonconformance or omission.
Additional duties as required.
Direct Reports 0; will indirectly manage multiple internal customers and external vendors/contractors
Travel 50% - 75%
Minimum Qualifications
HS Diploma or equivalent is required, or other related experience required.
8-10 years of experience in quality, procurement, construction, transportation, logistics, and OEM manufacturing in support of construction projects is preferred
Strong background in inspecting and expediting equipment in support of wind, solar and BESS
Experience working with vendors for solar PV's, wind turbines and BESS
Experience and proficiency in performing on-site quality system assessments and evaluating suppliers' ability to produce the needed products, processes, or services
Strong communicator who has experience working with internal and external stakeholders
Experience working with cross‑functional and international teams
Ability to manage multiple projects across multiple geographies
Able to work independently, as well as in a team environment
Understanding of Microsoft products and/or complementing products preferred.
Competency in Analytical Problem Solving, Strong Communication, Customer/Partner Relationships, and Technology Expertise preferred
Behavioral Requirements
Ability to quickly understand the basics of a variety of subjects relating to wind and solar energy including resource studies, environmental and cultural studies, transmission issues, public relations, public policy, sales, and civil and electrical engineering
Strong interpersonal skills and high attention to details
Strong analytical and quantitative skills
Ability to be self‑motivated and perform job tasks in a relatively unstructured environment with little supervision
Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask
Ability to travel extensively domestically and internationally, by plane, by car, and with short notice
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Physical Demands & Working Conditions
Sitting/Standing/Flexibility:
Ability to frequently perform physical tasks including standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching approximately 75% of the time while on wind farm sites; ability to stand and sit for 8 or more hours when in an office environment
Walking:
Ability to walk 1 mile per day, including across unpaved and rough surfaces when on wind farm sites
Speech/Reading:
Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently and deliver a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
Lifting:
Ability to frequently lift items weighing up to 60 pounds and to occasionally lift items weighing between 60 and 100 pounds
Climbing:
Ability to climb turbine towers; weight, including harness and tools, must be in accordance with the weight limit as specified by the ANSI Fall Protection Standards
Vision/Hearing:
Ability to interpret and follow a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
Tolerance to Extreme Weather Conditions:
Ability to work in adverse weather conditions 25% of the time while on wind farm sites
Safety:
Ability to understand and communicate safety precautions when necessary
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Accountabilities
Serve as key point of contact for the Technical Department to manage the quality and delivery of Owner Supplied Equipment (OSE) and Major Project equipment to support project schedules by effectively communicating with the project teams
Ensure that equipment is delivered on schedule and in accordance to specifications
Coordinate with vendors to inspect equipment as required to ensure quality, readiness, and true location of components
Expedite equipment per agreed procurement plans as needed to support project schedule
Manage and maintain supplier equipment delivery schedules via regular supplier communications and site visits
Perform risk assessment of supplier delivery schedules and proactively develop recovery plans to mitigate delivery delays
Develop and provide weekly reports to management and project teams on the status of OSE and project equipment to ensure components are on track to support project plans and schedules
Build strong and effective relationships with internal key stakeholders and suppliers
Identify material and related documentation as prescribed by the purchase order/sales order or contract specifications highlighting any nonconformance or omission.
Additional duties as required.
Direct Reports 0; will indirectly manage multiple internal customers and external vendors/contractors
Travel 50% - 75%
Minimum Qualifications
HS Diploma or equivalent is required, or other related experience required.
8-10 years of experience in quality, procurement, construction, transportation, logistics, and OEM manufacturing in support of construction projects is preferred
Strong background in inspecting and expediting equipment in support of wind, solar and BESS
Experience working with vendors for solar PV's, wind turbines and BESS
Experience and proficiency in performing on-site quality system assessments and evaluating suppliers' ability to produce the needed products, processes, or services
Strong communicator who has experience working with internal and external stakeholders
Experience working with cross‑functional and international teams
Ability to manage multiple projects across multiple geographies
Able to work independently, as well as in a team environment
Understanding of Microsoft products and/or complementing products preferred.
Competency in Analytical Problem Solving, Strong Communication, Customer/Partner Relationships, and Technology Expertise preferred
Behavioral Requirements
Ability to quickly understand the basics of a variety of subjects relating to wind and solar energy including resource studies, environmental and cultural studies, transmission issues, public relations, public policy, sales, and civil and electrical engineering
Strong interpersonal skills and high attention to details
Strong analytical and quantitative skills
Ability to be self‑motivated and perform job tasks in a relatively unstructured environment with little supervision
Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask
Ability to travel extensively domestically and internationally, by plane, by car, and with short notice
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Physical Demands & Working Conditions
Sitting/Standing/Flexibility:
Ability to frequently perform physical tasks including standing, sitting, walking, kneeling, bending, twisting, squatting, and reaching approximately 75% of the time while on wind farm sites; ability to stand and sit for 8 or more hours when in an office environment
Walking:
Ability to walk 1 mile per day, including across unpaved and rough surfaces when on wind farm sites
Speech/Reading:
Ability to speak, read, and write English proficiently and deliver a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
Lifting:
Ability to frequently lift items weighing up to 60 pounds and to occasionally lift items weighing between 60 and 100 pounds
Climbing:
Ability to climb turbine towers; weight, including harness and tools, must be in accordance with the weight limit as specified by the ANSI Fall Protection Standards
Vision/Hearing:
Ability to interpret and follow a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram, or schedule form
Tolerance to Extreme Weather Conditions:
Ability to work in adverse weather conditions 25% of the time while on wind farm sites
Safety:
Ability to understand and communicate safety precautions when necessary
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