Diversified Detroit‑based energy company managing electric, gas utilities and non‑utility energy services.
The role involves organizing and planning the field execution of internal reliability and construction projects, providing oversight to ensure projects meet company standards, specifications, schedules, and requirements. It interfaces with non‑company personnel to allocate support resources efficiently and works directly with project managers and engineers on constructability reviews, safety, quality, and cost‑effective installations, overseeing three to five projects and multiple vendors.
Core duties include reviewing designs for constructability, coordinating activities across multiple projects, leading safety initiatives, developing quality plans, and resolving escalated construction issues. The position ensures accurate as‑built documentation, balances workloads, conducts post‑construction walk‑downs and punch‑list completion, applies new construction materials and technologies, serves as a tag protection or job leader, and drives continuous‑improvement efforts.
Minimum qualifications are a high school diploma/GED with six years of relevant experience, an associate’s degree with four years, or a bachelor’s degree with two years of relevant experience. Preferred credentials include a trade certification or apprenticeship, a bachelor’s in construction management, and experience with high‑voltage substation construction, safety practices, and equipment such as breakers, transformers, and switchgear.
Additional requirements include proficiency with Microsoft Office and Maximo, strong communication and analytical skills, solid knowledge of project management processes, and the ability to manage multiple projects and customers. Candidates must be willing to work overtime, varying shifts, and adapt to shifting priorities within a team or matrix environment.