Construction Manager - Substations

EarthStream Global

$90K — $120K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years in construction management or supervision for substation/power infrastructure projects
  • Deep knowledge of high-voltage systems and electrical safety
  • Experience with utility collaboration and EPC contracts
  • Ability to manage multiple subcontractors and coordinate site logistics
  • Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities
  • Familiar with US electrical codes and utility standards
  • Open to travel or relocation based on project needs

Responsibilities

  • Manage site construction for substation projects, including new builds and expansions
  • Coordinate multiple contractor and trade activities
  • Oversee project schedules, budgets, and quality control
  • Ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards
  • Lead coordination meetings and proactively address site issues
  • Adhere to construction plans and approved methodologies
  • Facilitate testing and completion activities with utility partners
  • Provide regular progress updates and manage communication regarding project changes

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on critical, high-impact projects
  • Engagement with a growing market sector focusing on renewable energy integration
  • Collaborative work environment with industry professionals
  • Exposure to advanced construction management technologies and methodologies
Full Job Description
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Construction Manager to lead the delivery of substation construction projects across the United States. This role is critical to the successful execution of high-voltage electrical infrastructure projects supporting utilities, renewable integration, and grid modernization.
The Construction Manager will oversee all site-based activities, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and in compliance with technical, regulatory, and quality standards. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-impact power projects in a growing market sector.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage on-site construction activities for new-build and expansion substation projects (distribution, transmission, and high-voltage)
  • Coordinate civil, structural, electrical, and commissioning works across multiple contractors and trades
  • Oversee project schedules, field budgets, quality control, and daily construction operations
  • Enforce strict compliance with OSHA, company safety policies, and utility safety standards
  • Lead subcontractor coordination meetings and resolve site issues proactively
  • Ensure adherence to construction drawings, technical specifications, and approved methods
  • Support testing, energization, and close-out activities in coordination with utility stakeholders
  • Maintain accurate progress reporting and communicate risks, delays, or changes to project leadership
Required Qualifications
  • 7 years of construction management or supervisory experience within substation or power infrastructure projects
  • Strong understanding of high-voltage systems, substation construction sequencing, and electrical safety practices
  • Proven experience working with utilities, EPC contractors, or heavy civil/electrical contractors
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple subcontractors and complex site logistics
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Familiarity with US electrical codes, standards, and utility requirements
  • Willingness to travel or relocate to project sites as required
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field
  • Experience with transmission & distribution (T&D) or renewable interconnection projects
  • OSHA 30 certification
  • Proficiency with construction management software (e.g., Procore, Primavera P6, MS Project)
  • Working knowledge of commissioning and energization processes

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