T&D Construction Planner

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Versant Power
A regulated electric transmission and distribution utility in northern and eastern Maine.
Designs and plans T&D pole line projects, coordinating permits and construction.
24 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Bangor, ME
Office Full-Time
Company Size
530 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction standards
Project management
Engineering & design
Technical services
Consulting
Turnkey line extensions
Vegetation management
Metering & smart meters
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Transmission
Distribution
Renewable Energy
Solar Energy
Electric Utilities
Infrastructure
Power Systems
Role
What you would be doing
pole design
design coordination
field data
permit applications
construction plans
storm restoration
  • Works in accordance with the documented environmental procedures,
  • Perform assignments in a timely manner to meet internal and external
  • Design and stake pole line locations in a safe and economic manner
  • Coordinate design activities for all infrastructure replacement
  • Coordinate with all internal and external stakeholders, the design
  • Inspect residential and commercial electric services to ensure that
  • Participate in Field Data Collection Projects such as Streetlight
  • Gather field data and apply for pole permit applications, easement
  • Serve as a resource within Versant Power on design questions,
  • Prepare detailed construction plans and cost estimates.
  • Design and coordinate the relocation of electrical facilities within
  • Act as a mentor to all other planner classifications providing;
  • Act as a point of contact during storm restoration as a bird dog,
What you bring
contract
safety
transmission
collaboration
mdot
distributed
  • Understand contract agreements and construction requirements with
  • Understand and be able to interpret the National Electric Safety
  • Demonstrate a full understanding of Transmission and Distribution
  • Ability to think critically and work collaboratively to find
  • Fully understand the government requirements (MDOT, FAA) pertaining
  • Understand and stay current with distributed generation standards,
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
$130M Annually
Annual Investment
Invests annually into grid upkeep and growth.
1,265 Miles
Transmission Lines
Manages over 1,265 miles of transmission lines.
6,300 Miles
Primary Distribution
Extends 6,300 miles of primary distribution network.
165K Customers
Served Homes & Businesses
Delivers power to 165,000 residential, commercial, and industrial customers.
  • Specializes in transmission/distribution only, enabling third-party renewable generators and administering net energy billing.
  • Geographically unique: its Maine Public District is the only U.S. utility region not directly connected to the rest of the U.S. grid.
  • Subject to Maine PUC and FERC oversight; underwent a PUC investigation into management in April 2025, but continues to invest in reliability.
Culture + Values
$500K+
Community Investment
Invested in supporting energy affordability, food security, and local nonprofits.
$700K+
Community Investment
Increased investment in 2024 to further support the community.
900+
Volunteer Hours
Employees dedicated significant time to community service through the Power Partners program.
$19K+
Energy Assistance
Provided critical energy assistance to those in need through corporate matching programs.
  • Committed to delivering safe and reliable electric service.
Environment + Sustainability
140 MW
Interconnected Solar Projects
Over 140 megawatts of solar energy projects have been successfully interconnected since 2020.
382 MW
Active Solar Projects
Managing over 382 megawatts of active solar projects across 400+ ongoing initiatives.
100% Solar Power
Fort Kent District
Entire Fort Kent district was powered solely by local solar energy for three days in May 2024.
1,780+
Interconnection Applications
Processed over 1,780 interconnection applications for distributed energy resources since 2020.
  • Envisions a fully decarbonized grid enabling distributed energy resources, electrification, and affordability
  • Conducted Climate Vulnerability Assessment (Dec 2023) and issued Climate Change Vulnerability Study (Dec 2024)
  • Planning grid upgrades aligned with Maine’s clean-energy goals ahead of integrated grid plan due Jan 2026
  • Offers EV-friendly rates and supports EV charging and energy storage since Nov 2022 (expanded June 2023)
  • No explicitly stated net-zero target date available
Inclusion & Diversity
  • Equal Opportunity Employer: treating all employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status
  • No publicly posted quantitative statistics on gender composition or DEI strategy found on company site or LinkedIn
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