Construction Manager ; Electrical Substation

Hours of work: Full-time (37.5 hrs/week)

No. of positions: 1

Closing date: June 9, 2026

Directs and supervises a multidiscipline group of BC Hydro Construction officers, support staff and/or external consultants in the fields of construction management, contract management and commissioning. Ensures that all aspects of construction work and associated activities related to assigned projects are planned in accordance with BC Hydro's PPM Practices and are carried out effectively in terms of safety, quality, schedule, cost and scope.

Provides leadership and ensures compliance with safety requirements. Works with the Construction Manager 2 to ensure adequate resources are in place to meet multi‑year project and program plans. Provides technical guidance and facilitates appropriate technical/constructability reviews and oversight for projects as required. Assists in the development of business unit objectives, customer needs, and performance measurements. Assists in managing the department's operational performance to meet objectives.

Conducts Constructability Reviews for projects throughout various stages in the project life‑cycle. Provides input to and reviews contract tender documents with respect to scope and risk. Provides input to the public consultation process as it pertains to construction site activities and issues. May act as "Hydro's Representative", Hydro Representative Delegate and/or Work Package Manager on a portfolio of construction contracts.

Manages construction and equipment installation contracts, ensures the successful completion of the contract work in compliance with the contract milestones and is responsible for verifying and preparing documentation for payment.

• 7 years of progressively more responsible and complex experience managing high‑performance construction teams in a Construction Management environment.
• A strong understanding of the electrical power system, substation construction and components, outage staging plans, and Transmission Distribution System Operations (TDSO) as this role supports substation upgrade and new‑build capital projects for both Capital Infrastructure Project Delivery (CIPD) and Project and Contract Management (PCM).
• Extensive experience managing contracts, negotiating work changes, claims, and managing contract disputes.
• High school graduation plus additional technical training in the electrical, mechanical and/or civil field(s) equivalent to a partial university degree in engineering or graduation from a technical institute. Extensive on‑the‑job experience and training, without a formal degree or diploma, may also be considered.
• Demonstrated knowledge of construction methods and procedures in the electrical utility environment, especially related to Transmission and/or Distribution line installation, refurbishment and removal.
• Demonstrated organization, project planning and people‑management skills.
• Knowledge of contracting principles, health & safety and environmental regulations relevant to utility construction.
• Ability to manage a project or series of projects of considerable scope and complexity on time and within budget.
• Ability to relate and discuss issues with a range of professionals, including trades people and senior management.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Considerable technical knowledge in civil, structural, mechanical and/or electrical work.
• The ability and passion to provide strong work leadership and technical direction to engineers or other technical support staff.
• A valid Class 5 driver's license is required.

• A minimum of 15 paid vacation days
• Flexible work model, depending on your role type
• Training and development courses

Shortlisted applicants will be required to complete an online leadership assessment as part of the interview process.

This is a floor‑rated position; details will be discussed in the recruitment process.

Please be advised that this role has been assessed as safety sensitive and pre‑qualification alcohol and drug testing will be required as a pre‑condition to employment.

The HQ location is Edmonds, Burnaby, BC. 6911 Southpoint Dr, Burnaby BC V3N 4X8