Construction Support Manager - Substation Details | Family of Companies

Construction Support Manager - Substation

Date:
May 14, 2026

Location:

IN, US MS, US LA, US

Company:
Black & Veatch Family of Companies

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As an employee‑owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever‑evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.

Company : Black & Veatch Corporation

Req  : 114978

Opportunity Type : Staff

Relocation eligible : No

Full time/Part time : Full‑Time

Project Only Hire : No

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Responsible for coordination of the construction on the project including bids and proposals. Coordinates compliance with the schedule, safety, cost, and quality decisions in conjunction with the Project Field Manager.

By joining our BV Construction group, you will have the ability to develop and enhance your skills in an on‑site, hands‑on environment. We are committed to providing our construction professionals with expert training, career development, and career advancement to allow for continuous professional development. Our management is committed to the latest advances in technology, above‑class support and sustainability to bring our clients the best service in safety, quality, and final product.

Functions in our group include safety, project field management, construction management, quality control, start up and decommissioning and field engineering.

Provides the site construction teams the means, methods, and staffing to support construction of Transmission Lines and substations. Help lead bids and proposals. Works with EH&S group to develop and maintain safety program associated with Transmission Line Construction activities. Develop Craft Training and Certification program for lineman and groundman trades for Open‑shop craft employees. Develops and maintains Construction procedures and quality programs associated with the Construction of Transmission Line work.

Identifies and supports the sourcing of tooling and equipment necessary for the installation of Transmission Lines. Identifies and supports the recruiting of craft and leadership associated with the project work. Supports Transmission Line project proposals including development of staffing, equipment, and other direct and indirect quantities and costs to support estimate development. Leads and participates in design constructability reviews. Supports subcontract developments for projects as needed.

Active involvement in project risk reviews including identifying and developing mitigation plans associated with Transmission Line Construction. Assists site team in resolving problems and reports on issues related to drawings and information, schedule, quality, quantity tracking, cost reporting, and safety. Monitors discipline construction productivity, progress, and cost, and reports to Operations Manager, Construction Manager and Project Controls Manager. Takes necessary actions to maintain targets.

Develops corrective plan to ensure progress and productivity targets are met. Verifies that all equipment, material, manpower and resources needed to support Project Schedule are available and on site. Reviews all timesheets, installed quantity reports, and progress payment request. Develops a stable working relationship with Client and assigned subcontractor(s). Develops and distributes a Job Hazard Analysis for major erection packages within scope.

Identifies potential back charges and out of scope issues and reports to Construction Manager. Supports commercial recovery process. Provides supervision, training, development, and performance management to direct reports. Adheres to safety and quality standards as applicable to duties and accountabilities. Supports continuous improvement efforts and the change management effects associated with the implementation of improvements.