Job Purpose

The Senior Supervisor of Electrical Substation Construction is responsible for the direct oversight and daily management of National Grid's union workforce performing primary and secondary electrical construction activities within substations. This role provides leadership for the In-House Construction team and is accountable for the safe, efficient, and successful execution of transmission and distribution substation capital projects.

The Senior Supervisor develops and implements construction strategies, methodologies, and work plans that optimize project performance while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, quality, and compliance. The position is responsible for communicating project scope, schedule, and resource requirements, coordinating closely with project stakeholders, and providing leadership, guidance, and support to internal construction crews to ensure project objectives are achieved.

Key Accountabilities

Position Responsibilities (including but not limited to):

• Supervise assigned department personnel to assure that construction projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in a high-quality manner to meet National Grid and regulatory standards and guidelines.
• Plan, organize, communicate, and proactively manage the daily operations of construction workforce as assigned to construct Transmission & Distribution substations and other National Grid facilities.
• Communicate project requirements to ensure that personnel are assigned to the highest priority work.
• Conduct employee performance appraisals and provide guidance for training and development plans.
• Manage the company owned and rental vehicles, equipment, materials, and tools required for projects through effective communication and coordination with crews.
• Develop, review, and submit required paperwork accurately and on time to meet department and project objectives (e.g. job briefs, expense reports, time sheets, outage applications, as-built drawings, vehicle inspection reports, crane inspection reports, etc.).
• Understand and interpret the union labor agreement to ensure uninterrupted and safe workflow.
• Maximize effectiveness and efficiency of resources to minimize labor and material costs for substation project work.
• Prepare and present periodic status reports regarding work assignments and construction progress while participating in department and project team calls.

Qualifications

Knowledge & Experience Required:

Required:

• Associate's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Engineering Technology or 3+ years of equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of Federal, State, OSHA, local, National Electrical Code, and environmental rules and regulations.
• Ability to read and interpret project scope of work, prints, specifications, schematics, one-line diagrams, outage plans, trade prints, and contract documents.
• Ability to proactively identify issues and recommend effective solutions in coordination with the project team.
• Ability to develop a working knowledge of National Grid's substation specifications and standards, safe work practices, clearance and control policy, and labor contracts.
• Ability to work as a team and independently. Must be self-motivated and have strong time management and record keeping skills.
• The ability to travel throughout the New England service territory (MA, NH, VT) and work extended hours and weekends as required on construction projects and emergency response, as required.
• Possess and maintain a clean, valid state issued driver's license

Preferred:

• Journeyman Electrician License in the state of Massachusetts or within National Grid New England service territory preferred but not required.

More Information

Why National Grid?

• Help shape the future of New England's energy infrastructure.

• Lead impactful projects that support reliability, safety, and grid modernization.

• Work alongside experienced construction, engineering, and operations professionals.

• Gain exposure to large-scale transmission and distribution investment programs.

• Be part of a company committed to safety, innovation, and serving our communities.

Salary

$150,000 - $165,000 a year

National Grid will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. You must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

National Grid utilizes an assessment that evaluates the job qualifications/characteristics using AI or statistically based scoring. For more information, please view NYC Local Law 144.

This position has a career path which provides for advancement opportunities within and across bands as you develop and evolve in the position; gaining experience, expertise and acquiring and applying technical skills. Candidates will be assessed and provided offers against the minimum qualifications of this role and their individual experience.

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