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Fuku

Senior Project ManagerLoader-Remote

Houston, TX · On-site +1

Leveraging your deep hands-on experience in loaders and heavy equipment, you will actively ... operator preferences, job-site conditions, and regulatory requirements. - Proven track record of ...

Fuku

Senior Project ManagerLoader-Remote

Houston, TX · On-site +1

Leveraging your deep hands-on experience in loaders and heavy equipment, you will actively ... operator preferences, job-site conditions, and regulatory requirements. - Proven track record of ...

CEI Services

Vice President of Equipment

Dallas, TX · On-site +1

Location: Remote. Company Overview MasTec Renewables, comprised of Wanzek Construction, IEA ... Heavy Contractors, #20 Transportation Contractor). We embrace diverse perspectives among our ...

CEI Services

Vice President of Equipment

Dallas, TX · On-site +1

Location: Remote. Company Overview MasTec Renewables, comprised of Wanzek Construction, IEA ... Heavy Contractors, #20 Transportation Contractor). We embrace diverse perspectives among our ...

QSI Management, LLC

Logistics Manager

Houston, TX · On-site +1

... our operating companies worldwide that provide solutions for the utility, renewable energy ... This role ensures that crews, materials, and heavy equipment arrive at the right place, at the ...

QSI Management, LLC

Logistics Manager

Houston, TX · On-site +1

... our operating companies worldwide that provide solutions for the utility, renewable energy ... This role ensures that crews, materials, and heavy equipment arrive at the right place, at the ...

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Remote heavy equipment operators are professionals who control construction or industrial machinery from a distance, often using advanced technology such as remote controls, computer interfaces, or even virtual reality. These operators handle equipment like cranes, bulldozers, or excavators to perform tasks such as lifting, digging, or moving materials. Remote operation enhances safety by allowing operators to work in hazardous environments without direct exposure to risks. This role requires specialized training and familiarity with both the machinery and the remote systems used to control it.

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To thrive as a Remote Heavy Equipment Operator, you need proven experience operating heavy machinery, a high school diploma or equivalent, and typically a relevant operator’s certification or license. Familiarity with remote-control systems, GPS technology, and safety monitoring software is often required. Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and the ability to quickly troubleshoot technical issues help operators excel in this role. These skills and qualifications ensure safe, efficient operation of machinery in complex or hazardous environments, reducing risk and maximizing productivity.

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Remote Heavy Equipment Operators often face challenges such as managing communication with on-site teams, maintaining equipment performance from a distance, and adapting to technology-driven controls. Clear communication protocols and regular check-ins with on-site personnel are essential for safety and efficiency. Staying updated on the latest remote operation technologies and participating in ongoing training can help operators overcome technical hurdles and ensure smooth operations.

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Senior Consultant, Heavy Industrial

Audubon Companies

Houston, TX • Remote

Part-time

Re-posted 7 days ago

Job description

Company: Audubon
Location: Remote
Employment Type: Part-Time
Department: Technical Advisory / Heavy Industrial

Position Summary

Audubon is seeking a Senior Consultant, Heavy Industrial Market to serve as a part-time technical subject matter expert supporting business development, project strategy, and technical execution for heavy industrial clients. This role will focus primarily on metals and cement plant projects, providing industry expertise, client insight, technical guidance, and support for proposals, project planning, and market development activities.

The Senior Consultant will work remotely and collaborate with Audubon's engineering, construction, estimating, procurement, and business development teams to help position the company for opportunities in metals, cement, minerals processing, and related heavy industrial markets.

Tasks and Responsibilities

The Senior Consultant, Heavy Industrial Market will:

  • Provide technical subject matter expertise for metals, cement, and heavy industrial project opportunities.
  • Support Audubon's business development efforts by identifying market opportunities, client needs, and project drivers.
  • Advise internal teams on heavy industrial facility requirements, project risks, constructability, execution strategies, and technical considerations.
  • Assist with client discussions, technical presentations, proposal development, and pursuit strategy.
  • Review scopes of work, project requirements, technical documents, and proposal materials for accuracy and completeness.
  • Provide guidance on metals and cement plant processes, equipment, facility layouts, utilities, material handling systems, and supporting infrastructure.
  • Support early project planning, feasibility assessments, conceptual studies, FEL/FEED efforts, and capital project development.
  • Help evaluate project opportunities, including technical fit, execution approach, risks, and resource needs.
  • Collaborate with engineering, procurement, construction, estimating, and project management teams as needed.
  • Share market intelligence related to metals, cement, minerals processing, decarbonization, modernization, expansions, and plant upgrades.
  • Support Audubon's reputation as a knowledgeable and trusted partner in the heavy industrial market.
Required Qualifications
  • 15+ years of experience in heavy industrial engineering, construction, operations, consulting, or project development.
  • Direct project experience with metals facilities and cement plants.
  • Strong understanding of industrial capital projects, including engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and startup.
  • Experience supporting projects such as plant expansions, facility upgrades, process improvements, material handling systems, utilities, infrastructure, or major equipment installations.
  • Ability to provide technical guidance to business development, engineering, estimating, and project execution teams.
  • Strong communication, presentation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently in a part-time, remote advisory role.
  • Availability to participate in virtual meetings, client discussions, and occasional travel if required.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Four-year ABET-accredited engineering degree preferred
  • Professional Engineering license preferred
  • Prior experience with EPC, EPCM, engineering consulting, construction, or owner/operator organizations.
  • Experience with steel, aluminum, copper, lithium, nickel, battery materials, aggregates, clinker, cement grinding, kilns, mills, conveyors, bulk material handling, dust collection, environmental systems, or plant modernization projects.
  • Experience supporting proposals, technical reviews, feasibility studies, FEL/FEED, constructability reviews, or project execution planning.
  • Established relationships within the metals, cement, minerals, or heavy industrial markets.
  • Knowledge of decarbonization, emissions reduction, electrification, alternative fuels, energy efficiency, and sustainability initiatives in heavy industry.
Working Conditions

This is a part-time, remote position. Work will primarily be performed from a home office environment with regular virtual interaction with Audubon teams and clients. Occasional travel may be required for client meetings, project site visits, workshops, or industry events. Site visits may require compliance with client and Audubon safety requirements, including use of personal protective equipment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Audubon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment and consider all qualified applicants without regard to protected status under applicable law.

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