Senior Construction Manager - Electrical Utilities

Think Power Solutions•Asheville, NC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for coordination and oversight of electric distribution construction contractors assigned at the district level(s) in support of our Client, strategic initiatives.

Requirements

Knowledge of using computer systems, which may include setting up and using hardware and software programs, entering data or processing mapping information
Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer service
Knowledge of the current Global Information System mapping system
Knowledge of relevant inspection equipment, construction specifications, underground developer specifications, policies and procedures
Knowledge of National Electric Code and National Electric Safety Code specifications
Knowledge of Client's Specification and the Safety Manual's
Skilled in time management
Skilled in prioritizing and managing changing priorities
Skilled in establishing and maintaining positive relationships with internal and external customers
Ability to work across organizational boundaries
Ability to traverse all types of terrain
Ability to work in adverse weather conditions
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Ability to anticipate, identify, analyze and resolve conflict and problems
High School Diploma
Ten years of electrical distribution experience
Past Crew foreman experience is a must
DOL Certified Journeyman preferred
Valid Driver's License

Responsibilities

Coordinate, oversee, schedule processes and procedures for supplying electric power with key stakeholders including members, developers and contracted crews
Plan, organize and monitor the work assigned to the contractors performing work in their assigned district(s)
Inspect, review and approve work completed by construction contractors
Work with district level leadership to ensure accuracy of as built vs. as billed items on invoicing
Work with Distribution Operations Technicians, managers, planning and design leads to ensure system and district one-line diagrams, maps and computer mapping is current and reflects recent facility additions or corrections
Coordinate with project managers, department members, construction crews, and civil inspectors to determine right of way requirements
Coordinate pre-construction meetings
Interpret, adhere to and enforce the company safety policy, the Line Extension Policy and the National Electric Safety Code
Inspect the URD and OH construction and maintenance work of construction contractors and PEC crews
Ensure contractors have met all of Client's specifications, local and National Electric Safety Code regulation
Notify supervisors and other appropriate personnel of problems encountered in the inspection process
Make recommendations for process improvements and solutions to problems
Serve as the subject matter expert on electrical distribution construction issues
Provide day to day technical direction
Maintain performance matrix on construction contractors
Maintain the security of confidential information
Stay abreast of advances in technology
Provide technical direction and day to day instruction to construction contractors or Client's crews assigned to the district(s) or other areas.