Construction Manager

This role is in relation to the utility sector, and years of experience are expected to be in this industry. Specific areas of sub specialty, such as Substations, T&D, Gas-Hydro, etc are considered in relation to the contracted area.

The construction manager is responsible for overseeing major aspects of projects for a utility client. We have multiple openings, and projects include substations, T&D, and more. Role responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Responsible for management and performance of Field Construction Managers for the construction of electric substations, transmission lines, generation upgrades and other projects
• Determine contract resource requirements, service specifications and manage contractor performance
• Manage activities related to coordination of field inspection and sign offs for construction projects.
• Monitor and evaluate activities of outsourced Construction companies to ensure adherence to safety, quality, schedules and budgets, cost effectiveness and control, and results
• Develop, review and evaluate contracts and agreements affecting the project execution and functional area operations and make appropriate recommendations
• Collaborate with management staff to resolve problems and coordinate activities with the field construction managers
• Ensure that construction management is integrated into the planning, scheduling, cost tracking, construction, installation, and testing and acceptance activities
• Ensure Field Construction Managers obtain all construction materials and material handling plans are established and managed
• Coordinate the transmission substations and lines construction schedules with the other functional areas within the company
• Provide constructability feedback on electrical, mechanical, protection and civil construction standards
• Research, recommend and implement changes as necessary to be aligned with client Standards and Business Area goals and objectives
• Collaborate with other business organizations, contractors and subject matter experts to resolve disputes and prioritize business requirements
• Participate in the ongoing budget process to provide items, manpower, and control of the construction budget
• Participate in the transmission facilities construction projects negotiations and joint planning efforts with other utilities
• Help lead and collaborate the activities to address or remedy substation and lines transmission system emergencies as necessary
• Identify construction risk during the planning, execution and construction phases and prepare risk mitigation plans.
• Adhere to company policies, programs and procedures as well as Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP), Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC), New England Independent System Operator
• Safety:
  Maintain safety awareness and ensure contractors comply with all safety policies, practices, and procedures to assure a safe working environment at the construction site. Properly wear and care for applicable safety gear and equipment. Identify and communicate unsafe conditions to Contractors, Project Manager and assure safety concerns and issues are resolved.
• Ensure all field construction managers are managing the project and construction resources within the schedule and budget.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent education with 7 years relevant experience required.
• A minimum of ten (10) years of progressive related electric utility industry experience
• Five (5) years' experience in a supervisory capacity preferred
• Microsoft Word and Microsoft Project or Equivalent
• Must have a valid Driver’s License
• Must be willing to travel to construction sites on a day to day basis, attend meetings
• Experience in the functional area under which the role is contracted
• $100k - $124k per year, depending on all candidate factors; such as qualifications, experience level, etc.
• Company Vehicle (MVR dependent)
• Long term career path, in a multicultural and multidisciplinary environments

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.