Construction Manager (Rochester)

Overview

Manage field construction managers for substations, transmission lines, and related projects.

Key Responsibilities

• contract management
• construction coordination
• cost tracking
• safety management
• transmission build
• risk management

Tasks

The Construction Manager is 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. -Collaborate with other business organizations, contractors and subject matter experts to resolve disputes and prioritize business requirements -Ensure all field construction managers are managing the project and construction resources within the schedule and budget -Develop, review and evaluate contracts and agreements affecting the project execution and functional area operations and make appropriate recommendations -Participate in the transmission facilities construction projects negotiations and joint planning efforts with other utilities -Participate in the ongoing budget process to provide items, manpower, and control of the construction budget -Ensure that construction management is integrated into the planning, scheduling, cost tracking, construction, installation, and testing and acceptance activities -Supervise construction activities on high-voltage transmission lines while ensuring safety and compliance with energized work protocols -Provide constructability feedback on electrical, mechanical, protection and civil construction standards -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. -Monitor work progress, resolve field issues, and report daily activities to project leadership -Coordinate the transmission substations and lines construction schedules with the other functional areas within the company -Ensure Field Construction Managers obtain all construction materials and material handling plans are established and managed -Ensure adherence to safety standards, including OSHA, NESC, and utility-specific energized work procedures -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 -Help lead and collaborate the activities to address or remedy substation and lines transmission system emergencies as necessary -Collaborate with management staff to resolve problems and coordinate activities with the field construction managers -Supervise field crews, subcontractors, and equipment to execute tasks near or under live electrical conditions -Responsible for management and performance of Field Construction Managers for the construction of electric substations, transmission lines, generation upgrades and other projects -Monitor and evaluate activities of outsourced Construction companies to ensure adherence to safety, quality, schedules and budgets, cost effectiveness and control, and results -Research, recommend and implement changes as necessary to be aligned with AVANGRID Standards and Business Area goals and objectives -Identify construction risk during the planning, execution and construction phases and prepare risk mitigation plans. -Conduct pre-job briefings and hazard assessments before any work begins

Requirements

• qew
• osha 30
• microsoft project
• 5+ years
• live-line
• bachelor's

What You Bring

Technical Skills -Qualified Electrical Worker (QEW) or equivalent -First Aid/CPR (Preferred) -Microsoft Word and Microsoft Project or Equivalent -OSHA 30-hour Construction Safety -NERC CIP awareness (Preferred) -Must have a valid Driver's License -Experience: Minimum 5-7 years in transmission line construction, with at least 2 years in energized work environments -Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and switching orders -Understanding of live-line maintenance techniques (barehand, hot stick, rubber glove) -Ability to lead tailboard meetings, identify job hazards, and implement mitigation strategies -Strict adherence to energized work protocols, including minimum approach distances and PPE requirements -Emergency response readiness, including incident reporting and evacuation procedures -Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent education with 7 years relevant experience required. -Knowledge of lockout/tagout procedures, switching coordination, and grounding practices -Familiarity with transmission line components (conductors, insulators, towers, grounding) -A minimum of ten (10) years of progressive related electric utility industry experience, with funtional area related construction management experience preferred. -Five (5) years' experience in a supervisory capacity preferred -Experience in the functional area under which it will be contracted: Substations, T&D, Gas-Hydro and OSG required -Must be willing to travel to construction sites on a day to day basis, attend meetings.

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Benefits

Salary Range: $80,000 - $119,000 Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella's benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below. -Profit Sharing -Wellness Program -Team Building Events -Tuition Reimbursement -Paid Time Off -Community Service Events -401k Plan with Employer Match -Short & Long Term Disability -Leadership Development Program -Fitness Reimbursement -Health/Dental Insurance -Flexible Work Schedule -Referral Bonus Program

About Labella Associates

-Began as a civil engineering shop in Rochester, NY and has grown into a full‑service design professional corporation. -Expanded across North America and Europe—serving Spain, the UK, Romania, Germany, India and more—while maintaining focus on public and private sector projects. -Remains strongly connected to civil engineering projects such as water treatment plants, highways, stormwater systems, and public facilities. -Provides expertise spanning architecture, MEP, landscape architecture, wetlands ecology, structural engineering, transportation, and grant administration. -Balances technical rigor with civic impact through projects like trails, parks, athletic fields, utility systems, renewable energy, and large‑scale municipal infrastructure. -Adopts a collaborative, comprehensive approach managing planning, design, permitting, inspection, and commissioning.

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