Project Representative

Location:
Elk River, MN - Report to various construction sites in MN (Company vehicle provided)

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without restriction. Visa sponsorship is not available.

We are the people we power. As Minnesota’s not-for-profit electric cooperative, our member-owners and their members impact every decision we make. Because their needs are our needs, and their dreams are our dreams.

Provides coordination, direction and inspection of contractor activities related to the maintenance and construction of transmission lines, substations, communication sites and other GRE facilities.

A typical starting range for this position is $105,000 - $144,000 annually. We offer market competitive base pay and adjust our offer accordingly based upon the value of the candidate’s knowledge, skills and experience. In addition, our Total Rewards strategy focuses on recognizing individual performance and rewarding business results. Our robust Total Rewards package includes exceptional benefits and retirement, a focus on continuous engagement, recognition, personal and professional development, and an emphasis on work-life effectiveness.

• Execute and document final compliance checks to verify GRE, NESC, and NERC standards are met.
• Manage contractor resources to ensure projects are completed as scheduled. Informs supervisor and/or appropriate stakeholders of periodic progress during the project.
• Verify design meets standards per field conditions. Propose alternatives to meet needs, increase reliability, efficiency and/or reduce costs.
• Establish and administers processes, specifications, and work policies to ensure quality outcomes.
• Assist with the timely completion of close out documents, including drawings.
• Coordinate and negotiate restoration efforts between GRE, contractors, landowners and governmental bodies and environmental regulations and ensure efforts are successful.
• Ensure that contractors are adhering to good safety practices and follows ISO 14001 processes and procedures.
• Audit invoices for correct tabulations and billing rates. Approve with correct account assignments.
• Administer and coordinate efforts in the field during outages and storm restoration efforts. Ensures equipment, supplies, materials, lodging, transportation and other logistics are secured in a timely fashion and coordinates as needed.
• Maintain and administer onsite Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans (SWPPP).
• Coordinate delivery and inspection of project materials in conjunction with project schedules.
• Coordinate and work with engineering to resolve any project design issues or constructability challenges.
• Ensure the supervisor remains fully informed of issues affecting the department by preparing and presenting the necessary documentation and recommendations.
• Ensure contractor follows permitting and easement requirements and completes the documents as required.
• Ensure our member cooperatives are fully engaged with our construction and maintenance activities in their operating area.

Minimum education requirements include a two-year technical degree in either civil/electrical/construction management/engineering principles or similar coursework; or successful completion of a line technician certification program. 7+ years of experience in the electric utility industry is required. Project management experience is preferred. Practical experience utilizing engineering principles, knowledge of transmission design, or experience as an electrical technician, line technician or related experience in the electrical utility industry is preferred.

Experience overseeing and directing contractors performing both transmission and substation construction is preferred.

• Knowledge of applicable safety codes and safety field practices, and ability to administer/control in the field at work sites.
• Knowledge of RUS standards, ability to learn GRE construction standards, and recognize accuracy and detail for adherence to specifications.
• Skilled at effective communications. Skills must include good interpersonal skills as well as written and…