Transmission Construction Inspector

Job Description:

Transmission Construction Inspector Position Overview

The Transmission Construction Inspector is responsible for leading and overseeing the construction of high-voltage transmission line projects across service territory. This role ensures all field activities are executed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with engineering designs, regulatory standards, and company specifications.

• Manage end-to-end construction activities for transmission line projects, including right-of-way clearing, foundation installation, structure erection, wire stringing, and restoration.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Project Management, Environmental, and Supply Chain teams to ensure alignment on project scope, schedule, and resources.
• Oversee and direct contractors and field crews, conducting pre-construction meetings, daily briefings, and progress evaluations.
• Enforce safety protocols, OSHA requirements, and environmental compliance during all construction phases.
• Review transmission construction drawings, specifications, and material plans; identify and resolve field conflicts or design discrepancies.
• Monitor project performance, track milestones, and manage schedules, budgets, and change orders.
• Conduct quality inspections to verify proper installation of foundations, poles/towers, hardware, and conductor systems.
• Communicate project status, risks, and field issues to leadership and stakeholders; prepare progress reports and closeout documentation.

• 10+ years of transmission line construction or utility construction management experience.
• Strong working knowledge of transmission standards, structure types (steel, lattice, wood), foundations, and conductor stringing operations.
• Proven experience managing contractors, budgets, schedules, and field logistics.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to multiple transmission project sites.