Construction Manager
Construction Manager – High Voltage Power Delivery
Location: Travel / Project-Based (National)
Employment Type: Contract
Company Overview
Our client is a recognized leader in high voltage power delivery, supporting major transmission, distribution, and substation infrastructure projects across the U.S. They focus on delivering safe, high-quality field execution for utilities, municipalities, EPC partners, and large industrial customers. Their teams work in collaborative, field-driven environments, emphasizing safety, precision, and schedule performance.
Primary Function
The Construction Manager is responsible for managing day-to-day field operations on high-voltage electrical installation projects from pre-construction through closeout. This includes oversight of safety, quality, schedule, cost, field personnel, material management, subcontractors, and client communication. The role ensures that work is executed in accordance with project specifications and aligned with overall objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead daily construction activities for assigned high voltage projects.
- Participate in project planning, scheduling, estimating, and cost control development.
- Coordinate material procurement to ensure timely delivery and availability.
- Serve as the primary field contact for client communication and relationship management.
- Establish and maintain strong working relationships with subcontractors and suppliers.
- Ensure required permits, approvals, and documentation are secured and maintained.
- Review and provide approval for internal and external project reports and cost forecasts.
- Collaborate with engineering teams to support and implement field design changes.
- Ensure compliance with safety requirements, quality standards, and company policies.
- Perform additional duties as needed to support successful project delivery.
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Construction Science, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related discipline; equivalent field leadership experience may substitute for a degree.
- 5+ years of construction experience within the Electric Power Industry.
- Proven background managing EPC or utility infrastructure projects.
- Experience with estimating, material management, scheduling, and subcontract execution, and cost tracking.
- Strong communication, organizational, and analytical abilities.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
- Willing to travel up to 100% based on project assignments.
- Valid driver’s license; ability to secure TWIC if required.
- Power distribution systems (15kV–500kV environments)
- Substation construction, modernization, and expansion projects
- Greenfield and brownfield yard work under energized-clearance protocols
- Transmission line yard, bus work, grounding, and structural installations
- Power transformers (installation, alignment, oil processing coordination)
- Switchgear (AIS & GIS), circuit breakers, disconnects, and control panels
- SF6 handling, evacuation, and environmental compliance practices
- Drill piers, foundations, equipment pads, and steel erection
- Duct bank design/layout, form/pour, and thermal backfill requirements
- Cable tray routing, trenching, conduit routing, and grounding grids
- Pulling, dressing, terminating, and testing power cable and control cable
- Feeder upgrades and circuit cutovers in live utility environments
- QA/QC documentation, redlines, and as-built verification
Technical Experience (Required)
This role requires demonstrated, hands-on field leadership across multiple aspects of high-voltage power delivery construction. Ideal candidates will show a combination of the following experience areas:
High Voltage Electrical Infrastructure
Major Electrical & Mechanical Equipment
Civil & Structural Components
Electrical Installation & Termination
Recommended Jobs
Associate Dentist
Job Opening: Associate Dentist at FZ Dentistry FZ Dentistry, a premier provider of innovative dental care and cosmetic solutions, is excited to announce the opening for an Associate Dentist. This ro…
Speech Language Pathologist - Middle School
BlueCloud Staffing is seeking an experienced SLP for a district in Tyler, Texas. Â Responsibilities: Â Provide speech and language intervention in various settings. Conduct screenings an…
LICENSED VOCATIONAL NURSE (LPN/LVN) - HOME HEALTH - BONHAM, TX -PRN
Responsibilities This position is in the Home Health Division of Texoma Medical Center. This position will see patients in Fannin County and is based in Bonham, TX. Texoma Medical Cente…
Electrical/Mechanical Assemblers
VSSI Staffing Haltom City is hiring experienced Mechanical Assemblers for clients in Fort Worth. This is an opportunity to build a future with a company that values teamwork, safety, and continuous i…
Data Engineer - Software
Data Engineer - Software Note: Position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. At WhiteWater Express, we are more than just a car wash; we are a company built on respect, communication, and a pa…
LEAGUE RECORD SERVICER
Overview Your next adventure starts here! At Lucky Strike Entertainment, great times and exciting opportunities go hand in hand. Join us as a Sales Specialist/League Admin and become part of a…
Reservation Agent
Wer'e seeking a detail-oriented Reservation Agent to support clients by handling reservations, managing schedules, and ensuring all details are accurate and confirmed. This fully remote role is ide…
QMHP-CS II/Counselor LPHA
Performs mental health services for children and adolescents experiencing crisis. Work involves conducting crisis interviews and clinical assessments; site-crisis coverage for referrals and, provision…
Licensed Practical Nurse ( LPN )
Are you a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse ( LPN ) looking for a fulfilling role in a supportive environment? Do you want to work where your contributions are valued, with opportunities for gro…
Region Equipment Reliability Coordinator - Cementing
We are looking for the right people — people who want to innovate, achieve, grow and lead. We attract and retain the best talent by investing in our employees and empowering them to develop themselve…