Construction Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Louisiana.

📋 Description

• Provide leadership and oversight in the field for electric distribution line construction projects.

• Supervise and inspect the daily operations of multiple electric contractor teams.

• Ensure the installation of electric infrastructure complies with safety standards, company specifications, and government regulations.

• Manage objectives related to cycle-time and cost performance.

• Oversee contractors engaged in electric cable installations and cut-ins.

• Notify federal, state, and local authorities as required before, during, and after construction.

• Coordinate with customers about job site requirements, construction sequencing, and site readiness.

• Maintain communication with contractor supervision concerning job performance and document outcomes.

• Ensure compliance with distribution contract terms, conditions, and technical specifications.

• Verify essential unit quantities.

• Make field decisions regarding job modifications and document updates in information technology systems.

• Schedule and coordinate necessary electric system outages.

• Conduct weekly safety audits for crews and record performance using the Asset Suite Safety Audit/Observation Tool.

• Coordinate permit and work-with requirements with third-party utilities and permitting agencies.

• Review and approve documentation submitted by contractors.

• Communicate job status to facilitate adherence to scheduling commitments.

• Maintain customer communication throughout construction and conduct completion walk-downs.

• Perform storm duty assignments as required.

• Report to the service center, job site, or remote location as needed.

⛳️ Requirements

• Comprehensive knowledge of company operations, environmental, and safety practices.

• Practical understanding of electric operations.

• Ability to maintain or acquire switching and outage authorization.

• Over 10 years of experience in construction management oversight.

• Extensive knowledge of PC and job/work management software, including AS8, Atlas, Mobile Maps, and MS Office Suite.

• In-depth understanding of materials, construction standards, OSHA regulations, and safety requirements for electric distribution and substation construction.

• Experience with distribution lines.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical insurance.

• Dental insurance.

• Vision insurance.

• Life insurance.

• Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage.

• Retirement Savings Plans, including employer matching where applicable.

• Flexible Spending and/or Health Spending Accounts.

• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).

• Parental Leave.

• Paid Time Off.

• Company Holidays.