Construction Lead, Access

Luma PR•Santurce, PR

11d

About The Position

Reporting to the Supervisor, Construction Access, this position is responsible for leading, monitoring and administration of Forestry and Access construction work on LUMA transmission or distribution projects to ensure the final product for LUMA Capital division is completed safely, on schedule, on budget and meets all design, operational and safety criteria. This position supports LUMA through the planning and delivery of the execution phase of new capital projects and responsible for the effective planning, and execution of Forestry and Access for capital projects.

Requirements

Post-Secondary Diploma, Degree or certificate in Forestry or Environmental Science.
Minimum 3 years related work experience in Foresty and Access construction for electrical transmission and distribution projects.
Project Execution and Forestry / Contractor management experience.
Valid Driver's License and First Aid Training is required.

Nice To Haves

Additional Professional Forestry or Access related memberships qualifications are preferred.
Spoken and written English fluency will be considered an asset.

Responsibilities

Provide support and monitoring of all forestry execution, brushing, access, maintaining and route clearing that are required to execution Transmission, Distribution, Telecommunication and Operational capital investment programs.
Ensure safe work practices, quality assurance, and quality control of contractors work in accordance with contract specification and Puerto Rico Safety Codes, OHS, Environment, etc.
Monitor the construction of all projects for schedule changes and track progress on a daily basis identifying any issues that could delay the schedule, provide advice on course of action to maintain the schedule within authority levels or escalate to quickly address
Monitor and audit construction and materials management documentation to ensure that the facilities are being constructed to meet the quality specifications in the contract
Review and approve Contractor procedures for adherence to LUMA established safe practices
Act as a liaison with the construction management team, various work groups, and communicate with other department groups regarding project scope, scheduling and other project related information
Manage interface with Contractors during Construction including supervision and ensure that all Construction deliverables including construction is completed in accordance with Design and Contract packages
Must be able to understand contract terms and conditions and the ability to manage to the terms and conditions of the contract
Strong understanding of operating practices pertaining to Forestry and Reclamation related operations
Excellent, organizational, communication (verbal and written), interpersonal and leadership skills. Spoken and written English fluency will be considered an asset.
Perform other duties as assigned
Perform major storm restoration work and associated drills as assigned
Follow all policies and procedures