Field Construction Manager - Distribution

Overview

Oversee field construction, safety, schedule, and quality for utility transmission projects.

Key Responsibilities

• invoice review
• progress meetings
• change orders
• as‑built plan
• safety inspections
• reporting

Tasks

-Must review contractor invoices and schedules. -Conduct weekly project progress meeting. Request the contractor two week look ahead schedule at each weekly meeting. -Maintain a project change order and correspondence log -Keep on site and updated the H&S, Environment and Quality project binder. -Maintain a daily on-site as-build project plan -Work in the preparation of Final File. -One Line drawings, circuit maps, and the devices shown. -Must attend the contractor’s safety, environment and Quality meetings; provide a tip in the onsite meeting. -Promote a proactive safety culture by encouraging open communication, reporting unsafe conditions, and suggesting improvements to safety practices. -Must be always On-site whenever work is being performed (make frequent observation of contractor’s activities and adherence to M&PT when in public ROW). Immediate notification to PM of any and all problems or foreseeable issues throughout construction or any complaint presented by the general public. -Minimize Change Orders. Support Project Manager Services to review any requested Change Orders/Notices or other claims submitted by Construction Contractors which relate to additional payments, schedule adjustments or other modifications to the Project, and make such recommendations to the utility regarding the legitimacy of such claims and review the Construction Contractor’s proposed mitigation. -Review and understand the project Documentation and any related documentation and provide input to enhance the constructability of the Project, taking into account schedule, cost and quality considerations. -Coordinate Material delivery between the client’s Stockroom, and Contractor. -Ensure all CIP/NERC requirements are maintained throughout the project execution -Inspect work in progress to ensure that workmanship conforms to specifications, quality and adherence to construction schedules. -Diligently ensure compliance with safety regulations, conducting safety inspections, and identifying potential hazards to mitigate risks and maintain a safe working environment for all personnel. -Coordinate as necessary with all local and state municipalities throughout project execution -Inspect all project related construction material for damage and completeness for the project execution -Assists with the iTOA process. -Must do Reporting – Weekly Report, Monthly Reports, site weekly minutes of meetings. -Monitor Schedule - Look Ahead vs. PM

Requirements

• bachelor’s
• 10 years
• sap
• scada
• 115kv
• communication

What You Bring

-Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent education with 10 years relevant experience required. -Must be an Authorized Person approved by both Divisions (Binghamton and Elmira) to hold Clearances, Assurances, and Permissions and can complete the appropriate documentation. -Continuously communicate (written and verbally) with the associated PM -FCM must be organized, must document everything to provide a good paper trail -Communications with ECC. -AVANGRID’s procedures, incident, daily, weekly reports, and computer familiarity. -Detailed work experience in electrical Utility transmission UV/OV & civil construction -Ability to investigate and solve construction problems in a timely manner with minimum dependence on others -Procedural and safety requirements to work 115 kV hot. -Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills -Computer and Administrative skills -Knowledge of GPS Systems & knowledge of SAP is preferred -Facilitate resolving construction problems, discrepancies, procedures, and methods by working with engineering personnel, inspectors, contractors and suppliers. Must have strong communications skills. -Safety requirements to work on 115 kV structures under a DNO including fault currents and clearing time. -A minimum of ten (10) years of progressive related electric utility industry experience, with transmission facilities construction management experience preferred. -Ability to read and interpret specifications and drawings and convey interpretations to contractors -Must have current US Work authorization and valid US Driver License in good standing -Five (5) years' experience in a supervisory capacity preferred -Knowledge of NRA clearances and switching orders would be beneficial -SCADA and UC&M switching and tagging procedures. All tags must be verified by the FCM.

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Benefits

-FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care Spending Account -401K (Traditional and Roth with Company Match) -Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance -EAP (Employee Assistance Program) -Paid Parental Leave -Paid Holidays and Flexible PTO -Tuition Reimbursement, Parking and Transit Reimbursement, and Pet Insurance -Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance -Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)

About K&A Engineering Consulting

-Provides innovative engineering solutions across multiple sectors. -Delivers customized, practical solutions in energy, infrastructure, utilities, and transportation. -Works on projects such as large-scale energy infrastructure, transportation systems, and water resource management. -Specializes in complex designs and high-efficiency engineering services. -Known for addressing current engineering challenges and forecasting future needs and trends.

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