Care and Preservation Manager-Power Generation

Program Management

• Develop and implement project-specific Care and Preservation programs, procedures, and execution plans.
• Establish preservation requirements based on vendor recommendations, project specifications, and industry best practices.
• Ensure care and preservation activities align with project schedules, turnover milestones, and construction execution strategies.
• Lead planning efforts for long-term storage, laydown yard management, and equipment protection strategies.
• Maintain compliance with owner requirements, manufacturer warranties, and contractual obligations.

Equipment & Material Preservation

• Oversee preservation activities for major equipment, including:
• Turbines
• Generators
• Heat Recovery Steam Generators (HRSGs)
• Transformers
• Pumps
• Motors
• Switchgear
• Instrumentation and Controls equipment
• Mechanical and electrical systems
• Verify proper storage, environmental controls, humidity monitoring, inspections, lubrication, rotation requirements, and preventive maintenance activities
• Ensure preservation requirements are maintained during transportation, storage, installation, and pre-commissioning phases.
• Manage preservation records to maintain warranty validity and support project turnover requirements.

Inspection and Compliance

• Conduct routine audits and inspections of preservation activities across project sites.
• Monitor compliance with preservation procedures and corrective action plans.
• Coordinate with Quality and Construction teams to identify, document, and resolve nonconformances.
• Evaluate equipment conditions and develop recovery plans when preservation deficiencies are identified.
• Track preservation metrics and provide status reports to project leadership.

Documentation & Reporting

• Establish and maintain preservation tracking systems and databases.
• Ensure all preservation activities are documented and auditable.
• Manage preservation logs, inspection reports, maintenance records, photographs, and turnover documentation.
• Coordinate the transfer of preservation records to owners and commissioning teams at project completion.
• Prepare regular reports on equipment status, preservation performance, risks, and mitigation actions.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Lead and mentor Care and Preservation Coordinators, Specialists, and Inspectors.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Procurement, Suppliers, Construction, Quality, Commissioning, and Operations teams.
• Interface with manufacturers and vendors to clarify preservation requirements and resolve technical issues.
• Support risk assessments and project readiness reviews.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Industrial Technology, or related field; equivalent industry experience may be considered.
• 8+ years of experience in industrial construction, power generation, energy, oil & gas, manufacturing, commissioning, quality, maintenance, or asset preservation.
• Experience managing preservation programs for large capital projects.
• Strong understanding of equipment storage, maintenance, commissioning, and warranty requirements.
• Knowledge of power plant systems, heavy industrial equipment, and complex construction environments.
• Ability to interpret vendor manuals, technical specifications, and engineering documentation.
• Strong planning, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to travel and work at project sites as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting EPC or self-perform construction projects.
• Previous experience on combined-cycle, simple-cycle, re ewable energy, carbon capture, or other utility-scale power generation projects.
• Familiarity with quality management systems, turnover processes, and commissioning requirements.
• Experience with preservation management software and asset tracking systems.
• Knowledge of construction work packaging, turnover management, and project controls processes.
• Professional certifications related to maintenance, asset management, quality, or project management are preferred.

Working Conditions

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Other Requirements

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• May work at various different locations and conditions may vary.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that's among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.