Electric Distribution Construction Administrator

Timmons Group•Harrisonburg, VA

About The Position

We are currently seeking an Electric Distribution Construction Administrator in Harrisonburg, VA. The successful candidate will have experience in line construction (fiber or electric) as well as working with underground contractors. Essential Duties and Responsibilities of a successful candidate include but are not limited to: Conducting daily inspections of overhead contract crews; Coordinating all construction and maintenance contract crew; Reviewing and approving construction invoices; Evaluating construction contracts and recommending improvements; Identifying contractor deficiencies or deviations from specifications and enforcing contract compliance; Exercising independent judgment in terminating contractors who fail to meet specifications; Assisting the Manager in resolving billing disputes, unit pricing issues, and other specific concerns; Coordinating with Engineering, Warehousing, and Purchasing to ensure projects meet specifications, budgets, and schedules; Tracking project costs to maintain alignment with budgeted expenses; Participating in the development of the annual operations budget, including construction contract allocations; Participating in the scheduled on‑call program as needed; and Assisting with any special projects assigned.

Requirements

Completion of NESC Joint‑Use Design and Application training (preferred)
Experience with line construction techniques and materials
Strong knowledge of electric utility construction and maintenance
Supervisory experience (preferred)
Ability to work during all weather conditions, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, to support service restoration or elevated workloads
Reachable by telephone at all times
Valid driver’s license required; must pass background check and drug screening
Ability to carry up to 50 lbs. of equipment across various terrain
Ability to perform physical activities such as standing, walking, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling

Nice To Haves

Completion of NESC Joint‑Use Design and Application training (preferred)
Supervisory experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

Conducting daily inspections of overhead contract crews
Coordinating all construction and maintenance contract crew
Reviewing and approving construction invoices
Evaluating construction contracts and recommending improvements
Identifying contractor deficiencies or deviations from specifications and enforcing contract compliance
Exercising independent judgment in terminating contractors who fail to meet specifications
Assisting the Manager in resolving billing disputes, unit pricing issues, and other specific concerns
Coordinating with Engineering, Warehousing, and Purchasing to ensure projects meet specifications, budgets, and schedules
Tracking project costs to maintain alignment with budgeted expenses
Participating in the development of the annual operations budget, including construction contract allocations
Participating in the scheduled on‑call program as needed
Assisting with any special projects assigned