Construction Inspector; Substation

Position Overview

Project Solutions Inc. is seeking a Construction Inspector (Substation) to join a Western Area Power Administration (WAPA), a division of the U.S. Department of Energy. The project supports a multi‑year initiative to provide Construction Inspection Services across WAPA’s four operational regions:
Upper Great Plains (UGP), Rocky Mountain (RMR), Sierra Nevada (SNR), and Desert Southwest (DSW). These regions span a 15‑state area, including portions of the Midwest, Mountain West, and Western U.S. The work ensures compliance with WAPA’s construction standards, OSHA regulations, and other federal safety and quality standards.

Location: Various project sites across WAPA regions (Upper Great Plains, Rocky Mountain, Sierra Nevada, Desert Southwest)

Salary Range: $80,000-$95,000 DOE

Period of Performance: December 1, 2025 – November 30, 2030; exact dates subject to change

• Conduct on‑site inspections of high‑voltage substations to verify condition, safety, and compliance with WAPA/DOE standards and operational requirements
• Monitor contractor installation of high‑voltage equipment including transformers, breakers, relays, switches, grounding systems, bus structures, and protective devices
• Verify proper grounding, bonding, insulation, and switching installations in accordance with NESC, NEC, and WAPA safety standards
• Oversee testing and commissioning activities of substation equipment, ensuring procedures and results align with technical requirements
• Maintain presence in energized substations during contractor activities for safety and compliance oversight
• Track daily construction progress and document inspections using WAPA‑provided reporting systems
• Review and interpret substation construction drawings, schematics, one‑line diagrams, and equipment specifications; identify discrepancies and coordinate corrections
• Conduct photo documentation of substation construction activities and prepare inspection logs and bi‑weekly reports
• Support issuance of Special Work Permits and coordinate activities in energized areas to protect personnel and assets
• Verify contractor adherence to Accident Prevention Plans (APP), Job Hazard Analyses (JHA), and site‑specific safety requirements; stop unsafe work when necessary
• Assist Contracting Officer (CO) and Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR) with technical evaluations, RFIs, and contractor pay application reviews related to substation work
• Coordinate with WAPA field engineers and contractors to resolve technical and field issues promptly

• Minimum 5 years’ experience inspecting or working on high‑voltage substation construction or maintenance projects (69 kV to 500 kV)
• Strong knowledge of high‑voltage electrical equipment including transformers, breakers, switch gear, bus systems, relays, and grounding
• Experience verifying protective relaying, SCADA, and substation control wiring preferred
• Familiarity with WAPA construction standards and federal government construction practices preferred
• Thorough knowledge of OSHA 1910/1926, NESC, NEC, and applicable federal/state codes
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certification completed or ability to obtain
• Ability to operate safely within energized substations and enforce federal safety regulations
• Skilled in interpreting substation drawings, one‑line diagrams, wiring schematics, and grounding plans
• Proficiency with MS Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and construction reporting tools
• Strong oral and written communication skills for daily coordination, reporting, and stakeholder interaction
• Valid driver’s license; able to travel to remote substation locations across WAPA’s multi‑state regions
• Physically capable of walking, climbing, and working in outdoor environments in proximity to energized equipment

• Three options for medical plans plus dental and vision insurance offerings
• 24/7 healthcare access to telehealth services for your convenience
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Company life insurance options for you and your family
• Short‑term and long‑term disability offerings
• Monthly $800 allowance to offset PSI insurance premium costs
• 401(k) with a 4% employer match
• Generous PTO, paid federal…