Construction Representative, Transmission

Overview

Eversource is looking for a Construction Representative, Transmission to be located in Western Massachusetts. This role is responsible for all aspects of the construction field management and construction inspection process of projects for transmission lines and substations in Connecticut and Massachusetts. The incumbent will directly supervise Transmission Construction Representatives and collaborate with Project Managers, Engineering, Scheduling, Contract Administration, other Transmission Group managers, CONVEX, Legal, Purchasing, and field staff to ensure the safe and timely completion of work meeting Eversource's quality standards.

The role includes ensuring compliance with environmental programs, policies, rules, and regulations, directing safety awareness and compliance initiatives, and monitoring the safety and environmental performance of contractors.

Role and Scope of Position — Responsible for oversight of construction contractor activities in accordance with project plans and specifications for projects erves and inspects construction contractors in the field to ensure adherence to specifications, codes, siting conditions, contract documents, environmental regulations, and safety regulations. Assigned transmission line and/or substation construction projects. Works closely with Transmission Project Management, Environmental Permitting, Siting, local control centers, and Outreach Services.

• Individual is assigned projects requiring close stakeholder interaction such as substation expansion projects, transmission line re-build projects, or other system enhancement projects.
• Ensures compliance with environmental programs, policies, rules and regulations.
• Ensures contractor compliance with Eversource standards and procedures.
• Drive to ensure the safe completion of all work efforts. Sets safety expectations among peers. Resolves safety issues/concerns in a timely manner. Communicates safety lessons learned and promotes continuous learning of safe work methods, practices, and procedures.
• Performs safety observations to ensure contractor compliance with Eversource safety standards.
• (On-site oversight) Manages contract field construction and maintenance activities at transmission and distribution facilities in accordance with approved project documents, engineering practices, laws, and industry standards to achieve high performance.
• Provides daily reports to Construction management on project progress, cost and schedule metrics, procurement issues, safety or environmental concerns, design questions, and potential project impacts.
• Attends, participates in, and may lead scheduled project meetings.
• Reviews project material requirements to identify items not yet ordered; coordinates delivery of materials to the construction site.
• Requests and holds NRA’s.
• Reviews, requests, and approves written switching instructions and holds clearances.
• Provides substation escort for non-qualified individuals.
• Validates contractor timesheets, invoices, and change orders.
• Acts as a mentor/trainer to other members of the department.
• Attends meetings and project updates with customers, as appropriate.
• Responsible for project reconciliations and close out activities following completion of projects.
• May be required to work extended hours during certain phases of construction projects.
• Interfaces with stakeholder and outreach coordination to ensure non-regulatory commitments are adhered to by construction contractors.
• Supports Storm/ERP as required.
• Conducts onsite construction briefings and prepares reports reflecting project status, schedule, and project uncertainties.
• Ensures Project Manager and project team are notified of deviations in construction safety compliance, environmental compliance, schedule, design, materials, budget, and commissioning plans.
• Reviews project design and construction documents to ensure constructability and schedule adherence.
• Participates in project planning, site walk downs, constructability reviews, and project meetings.
• Performs constructability reviews and creates outage sequencing plans.

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