Construction Planner; U23-448

ABOUT US
At Fortis Alberta we invest in our greatest resource – our people. As Alberta’s largest electricity distribution provider, we are positioned for growth. Each day, Fortis Alberta employees strive to exceed customer expectations while maintaining a focus on our commitment to safety.

Final date to receive applications:
November 20, 2023
TITLE: Construction Planner (U23-448)
DEPARTMENT: Field Operations
WORK LOCATION/OFFICE: Taber
STATUS: 01 Full Time - Salaried
NUMBER OF HIRES: 1

Why Join Our Team?

At Fortis Alberta, our employees’ matter. We work in a customer-focused and team-oriented environment where the safety of our employees and communities is paramount, our customers’ needs are a top priority and the reliability of their electricity service is critical. By joining the Fortis Alberta family, you will become part of a collaborative and communicative culture, one that is respectful of our history, while focused on the future and the opportunities it brings.

At Fortis Alberta, we power Alberta communities and empower our people to do their best work.

What Are We Looking For?

Under the general supervision of the Supervisor, Projects (Regional), the primary role of the Construction Planner is to work in partnership with Construction Crews, Project Planners, and local Regional Teams to expedite the construction of Regional projects. Construction Planners will complete site visits to finalize alignments, including field fitting designs, complete staking, constructability reviews, landowner contacts, vegetation consents, and site/construction readiness inspections for all Regional and Direct to Construction (DTC) Projects.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE (but not limited to):

• Review project designs developed by Project Planners, compile all field conflicts and confirm appropriate approvals have been submitted.

• Expedite Direct to Construction (DTC) Projects using Clearance Data Sheet and Structure Analysis engineering templates.

• Seek innovative ways to improve project timelines whenever possible.

• Provide excellent customer service through close collaboration with Project Planners from quotation through completing construction, ensure effective communication with customers on project requirements, and follow through with customer concerns to resolution.

• Work as a team with Project Planners, Field Schedulers, Area Coordinators, Operations Leads and Crew Leads to expedite projects to construction resources.

• Provide field technical expertise on overhead and underground distribution systems in order to assess impacts to the electrical facilities for customers. Confirm customer facility requirements, voltage, load, etc.

• Provide technical guidance to customers, stakeholders, and external consultants.

• Evaluate project scope and initial construction requirements on site. Ensure the accuracy of all project data gathered from site visits.

• Assess and prepare site for construction:

• Perform site Risk and Hazard Assessments.

• Stake and locate new services, as required.

• Confirm requirements and engage appropriate departments regarding land, environmental and brushing concerns.

• Complete construction readiness forms, including but not limited to: access requirements, outage requirements, wire size/style, 3rd party civil contractor resources.

• Place and monitor requests for underground Locates. Meet with required utilities in response to Locates to determine work locations and access.

• Verify projects are ready for construction and can be sent to the Field Scheduler for construction.

• Apply standards and codes in alignment with current engineering policies.

• Special projects or other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Working knowledge and demonstrated understanding of planning utility construction, including:

• Electrical distribution design requirements and standards and utilizing Engineering standards and templates.

• Standard pricing policies, rates, and Terms and Conditions.

• Applicable standards and rules of the various Rural Electrification Association (REA) groups.

• Fortis Alberta Field techniques, processes, and procedures (e.g. 25KV system switching, 25 KV Rubber Glove…