Quanta Services

Construction Manager (BESS)

Quanta Services$110K — $130K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum ten (10) years of combined construction administration and management experience.
  • Preferred experience in Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), electrical power, or renewable energy construction.
  • Strong understanding of legal, contractual, and safety requirements in construction.
  • Ability to lead and manage multiple construction projects and teams effectively.
  • Knowledge of applicable National Electrical Code (NEC) requirements and OSHA standards.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee subcontractor selection and coordination for BESS projects.
  • Ensure compliance with construction contracts and manage required permits.
  • Track project schedules and costs to meet time and budget goals.
  • Report project progress and risks to senior management.
  • Develop long-term growth plans for regional BESS construction capacity.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical coverage with multiple plan options and virtual care access.
  • Prescription drug coverage and healthcare cost management tools.
  • Dental and vision plans with 100% coverage for preventive care.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with immediate eligibility and company matching.
  • Employee Assistance Program for mental health and wellbeing support.
Full Job Description
About this Role

The Regional Construction Manager - BESS provides regional construction leadership across multiple battery energy storage system (BESS) projects. This position requires complete and thorough technical knowledge of the construction process and a strong focus on safety, quality, schedule, cost, and customer satisfaction. The Regional Construction Manager leads the organization, implementation, and completion of BESS construction projects and executes the construction strategy by establishing priorities and allocating labor, equipment, materials, and other resources for efficient and effective project delivery.

What You'll Do
  • Oversee the selection and coordination of subcontractors working across the civil, structural, electrical, controls, and commissioning phases of multiple BESS projects.
  • Ensure proper administration of construction contracts and completion of all required permits, licenses, inspections, and project documentation.
  • Track and control construction schedules and associated costs to achieve completion of projects within the approved time and budget.
  • Report to senior management on project progress, risks, resource needs, and any necessary modifications to plans.
  • Work with senior leadership to develop long-term plans for growth and development of regional BESS construction capacity.
  • Manage staffing and schedules related to the day-to-day construction requirements of multiple BESS projects.
  • Review progress reports, address reported difficulties, and correct safety, quality, schedule, or other project deficiencies.
  • Determine appropriate revenue recognition measures, ensure timely and accurate reporting of project costs, and monitor project payables.
  • Understand revenue models, profit and loss performance, and cost-to-completion projections and make decisions accordingly.
  • Ensure project legal documents, permits, inspections, and related approvals are completed and properly documented.
  • Create long-term department plans and work with staff to establish and follow individual annual and 90-day plans.
  • Work with the Vice President to develop cost-effective budgets, schedules, and tracking systems for completion of multiple projects using a logical pattern for resource utilization.
  • Optimize the use of labor, materials, and equipment and support their procurement on cost-effective terms.
  • Coordinate construction operations with Project Management, Superintendents, Safety, QA/QC, Engineering, Project Controls, and other support functions.

 

Typical Tasks/Duties

  • Develop regional work plans and oversee construction staff responsible for executing BESS projects.
  • Monitor work for compliance with schedule, budget, quality, safety, and overall conformance with contract documents.
  • Review contract documents, bid packages, drawings, specifications, and construction scopes and assist with procurement, pre-construction meetings, pre-bid conferences, and evaluations.
  • Attend progress meetings, develop status reports, and deliver presentations as required.
  • Recommend policy, procedure, and construction process improvements.
  • Assist in negotiations with customers regarding changes to design, construction work scope, and schedules.
  • Develop and implement a quality audit program, monitor corrective actions, and ensure projects conform to plans, specifications, applicable NEC and state electrical codes, and customer requirements.
  • Ensure required QA/QC documentation, electrical schematics, as-builts, progress records, and other construction documentation are maintained throughout the project.
  • Support the Company's safety vision and comply with all safety rules, policies, and procedures; maintain accountability for the safety performance of subordinate personnel.
  • Oversee BESS construction projects from mobilization through completion and turnover.
  • Perform a key role in project planning, budgeting, constructability review, sequencing, and identification of required resources.
  • Create project teams, establish objectives and goals, and assign individual responsibilities.
  • Perform project accounting functions, including managing budgets, tracking team expenses, reviewing cost-to-complete information, and minimizing project exposure and risk.
  • Ensure construction activities progress according to the established schedule and coordinate recovery plans when work falls behind.
  • Develop project work plans and revise them as conditions, scope, or schedule requirements change.
  • Communicate effectively with Project Managers, Superintendents, General Foremen, and other field leaders responsible for completing the various phases of the project.
  • Support the handoff from Estimating to Operations to ensure scope clarity, construction readiness, and financial integrity.
What You'll Bring
  • Minimum of ten (10) years of combined experience in construction administration and management in activities that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
  • Experience in BESS, electrical power, substation, renewable energy, or other complex EPC construction is preferred.
  • Any other combination of education and experience deemed appropriate.
  • Working knowledge of BESS construction processes, including civil, structural, electrical, controls, medium-voltage and low-voltage systems, QA/QC, and commissioning activities.
  • Knowledge of applicable NEC requirements, electrical codes, OSHA standards, construction safety practices, and project specifications.
  • Reliable, customer-oriented, and willing to be part of a construction team made up of honest and dependable professionals.
  • Ability to effectively solve problems and conflicts.
  • Ability to plan, coordinate, and provide leadership in the execution of complex construction projects and organize a team effort.
  • Strong team philosophy, interpersonal skills, and analytical skills.
  • Strong client management and relationship-building ability.
  • Capacity to motivate, lead, and strengthen the morale and performance of project teams.
  • Ability to delegate responsibilities and manage multiple operations effectively.
  • Ability to assess the operational effectiveness of contractors and subcontractors.
  • Ability to conduct meetings and provide effective leadership to team members.
  • Effective time management and logical decision-making ability.
  • Willingness and ability to travel extensively among active construction sites.
  • Strong focus on safety, quality, schedule, cost, and customer satisfaction.
  • Ability to develop and manage budgets within established parameters.
  • Ability to analyze and interpret technical materials accurately and effectively.
  • Ability to make objective, timely decisions and perform effectively under pressure.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Thorough knowledge of legal, contractual, and safety requirements applicable to construction projects.
  • Ability to manage various levels of personnel, consultants, contractors, and subcontractors.
  • Ability to review documents and present facts and conclusions clearly in written, oral, and graphic form.
  • Organizational skills necessary to maintain records, prepare reports, and manage multiple priorities.
  • Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, blueprints, electrical schematics, and specifications.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead and manage employees.
What You'll Get
  • Comprehensive Medical Coverage – Multiple BCBS medical plan options, all with in-network preventive care covered at no cost, the same nationwide provider network, and access to virtual care for primary care, dermatology, general medical needs, and mental health support.
  • Prescription Drug Coverage included with all medical plans, plus tools and advocacy support to help manage healthcare costs.
  • Dental & Vision Coverage – Dental plans with 100% coverage for preventive care and orthodontia options for adults and children, plus vision coverage with annual exams and frame allowances.
  • Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts – HSA options with Fidelity, Healthcare FSA, Limited Purpose FSA, and Dependent Care FSA (up to $7,500) to help you save on eligible healthcare and dependent expenses.
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match – Immediate eligibility and vesting, with a company match of 100% on the first 3% and 50% on the next 3% (up to 4.5% total match).
  • Life & Disability Insurance – Company-paid basic life and AD&D coverage, plus optional supplemental life insurance for employees and dependents. Short-term and long-term disability coverage helps protect your income if you’re unable to work due to illness or injury.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Confidential mental health, financial, family, and wellbeing support available at no cost to you and your household.
  • Voluntary Benefits – Optional accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, identity theft protection, pet insurance, home/auto insurance, and long-term care coverage.
  • Employee Discounts & Community Support – Access to exclusive employee discounts and participation in Quanta Cares, a disaster relief fund supporting employees and families during times of need.

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Learn more about Quanta Services
Size
43,700 employees
Market Cap
$20.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$445.6 million
Founded
2008
5 Year Trend
+11.1%
Revenue
$11.2 billion
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