T&D Construction Manager - Power Delivery

T&D Construction Manager - Kiewit Power Delivery

Location:

Lenexa, KS, US;
Houston, TX, US;
Westlake, TX, US

Requisition : 179237

Job Level: Senior Level

Home District/Group: Kiewit Power Delivery

Department: Field Supervision

Market: Power

Employment Type: Full Time

As a Transmission & Distribution (T&D) Construction Manager working on the contractor side, you’ll play a critical role in overseeing the execution of complex power delivery infrastructure projects. Your primary focus will be on managing construction activities related to transmission lines, substations, and distribution networks.

Kiewit Power Delivery is a full‑service engineering and construction solutions provider operating across North America. We have broad capabilities in high‑voltage overhead and underground transmission, distribution, and automation design and construction. Our experience spans the electric utility, renewable energy, industrial, and oil & gas markets.

Our rapidly growing power delivery business has opened new locations across North America to strengthen our market presence while executing work within the communities we serve. We invest in industry‑leading design technology and advanced equipment, and we are committed to safety and continuous improvement.

This position will be located in one of our area offices and/or on one of our project sites in Ohio, North Carolina, Oregon, Utah, Kansas or Texas.

• Manage the overall construction activities on assigned projects.
• Coordinate material management, construction (EPC), and logistics efforts.
• Collaborate with multiple EPC/Design Build and logistics contractors.
• Develop and review construction plans.
• Coordinate outage schedules.
• Plan commissioning activities.
• Ensure safety protocols are followed.
• Interface directly with the client to report progress, costs, schedule, and risks.
• Provide regular updates on project status.
• Address any client concerns or inquiries.
• Work closely with Project Managers, schedulers, project controllers, and engineers.
• Oversee work assigned to general and logistics contractors.
• Prepare reports reflecting project status, schedule, and uncertainties.
• Communicate effectively across program areas, including clients, project teams, and support personnel.

• 10+ years of experience in utility construction, electrical T&D, or substation industries.
• Strong knowledge of construction practices, safety regulations, and industry standards.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage demanding projects with ease.

• Regular, reliable attendance.
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely.
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others.
• Perform work safely and effectively; understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Work during normal operating hours; work overtime and weekends as required.
• FIELD ROLES ONLY – may work at various locations and conditions may vary.

Base Compensation: $128,000/yr – $134,000/yr (Actual compensation varies based on education, experience, skill set, and/or location).

We offer our full‑time staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes top‑tier medical, dental, and vision plans, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and paid time off.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.