Construction Representative

Eversource Energy•Hooksett, NH

1d•$99,080 - $110,090•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for managing construction contractor activities in accordance with project plans and specifications for projects in Connecticut, Massachusetts or New Hampshire. Observes and inspects construction contractors to ensure adherence to specifications, codes, state/local siting conditions, contract documents, environmental regulations, and safety regulations. Assigned transmission line and/or substation construction projects within an assigned geographic area. Works closely with personnel in Transmission Project Management, Environmental Permitting, Siting, local control center, and Outreach Services. Individual is assigned projects of low to medium complexity requiring close stakeholder interaction such as substation expansion projects, transmission line re-build projects, or other system enhancement projects.

Requirements

Must obtain and maintain switching and tagging certification
OSHA Training
Knowledge of applicable safety regulations and codes along with construction standards and regulations
Working knowledge of construction methods and procedures
Knowledge of energy delivery power systems
The ability to learn and utilize available information technologies
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, related degree or equivalent experience
Minimum of three (3) years of related construction experience required
Valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s License is required

Nice To Haves

Experience in Transmission Systems preferred

Responsibilities

Ensures contractor compliance with Federal, State, Local and Eversource environmental and safety programs, policies, rules and regulations.
Ensures contractor compliance with Eversource standards and procedures
Manages contract field construction and maintenance activities at transmission and distribution facilities in accordance with approved project documents, established engineering practices, Federal, State and local laws, and construction industry standards to achieve world-class field construction performance.
Ensures Project Manager and project team are notified of any deviations in construction safety compliance, environmental compliance, schedule, design, materials, budget, and commissioning plans.
Reviews project design and construction documents to ensure constructability and schedule adherence.
Reviews project material requirements to identify items that have not been ordered to support the construction project. Coordinate delivery of materials to construction site.
Attends, participates, and may lead scheduled project meetings
Conducts on site construction management briefings and prepare reports reflecting project status, schedule and project uncertainties.
Ability to oversee and coordinate contractor activities.
May be responsible for development or review of commissioning plans, outage requests, and holds electrical system clearances and take switching orders to support construction projects and or storm restoration.
Responsible for contractor evaluations, project reconciliations and close out activities following completion of projects.
May be required to establish accurate and professional communications with customers during a project.
May be required to work extended hours during certain phases of construction projects.
Provides substation escort for non-qualified individuals.
Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.
Must demonstrate past and continued ability to analyze and solve complex construction problems; and demonstrate the ability to perform incident investigations.