Site Manager, Energy and Infrastructure Projects (US Site locations)
About The Position
The Site Manager leads on-site operations for utility, data center, substation, and battery-storage projects, from groundbreaking through grid connection. The role coordinates cross-functional teams and subcontractors to deliver projects safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with quality and regulatory requirements. Acting as the on-site link between engineering, procurement, and construction, the Site Manager drives progress through start-up, construction, erection, commissioning, and maintenance, resolving issues to protect project performance and achieve operational and commercial objectives. The position is based at U.S. project locations and is performed on site. Linxon delivers engineering, procurement, management, and construction services for complex AC substation and electrification projects.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or equivalent hands-on project experience.
- 10–15 years of experience managing high-voltage substation construction projects from site preparation through energization.
- Ability to interpret electrical schematics, one-line diagrams, civil/structural drawings, and substation equipment layouts.
- Familiarity with NEC, NFPA, and industry standards governing high-voltage construction and electrical safety.
- Experience using construction scheduling tools and cost-management systems to manage timelines and budgets.
- Ability to lead diverse crews, subcontractors, and field personnel with clarity and accountability.
- Effective communication with clients, engineers, project managers, and stakeholders at all levels.
- Strong analytical, proactive problem-solving, and team-coordination skills.
Responsibilities
- Lead construction of new and upgraded high-voltage substations from site mobilization through commissioning and energization.
- Oversee contractor construction and maintenance activities in accordance with project documents, engineering standards, utility requirements, and industry best practices.
- Develop, maintain, and manage construction schedules; track milestones and identify and mitigate potential delays.
- Coordinate material logistics, including procurement status, inventory management, and delivery to job sites.
- Enforce OSHA regulations, utility safety policies, and environmental requirements on active high-voltage job sites.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate job-site hazards and ensure safe work practices around energized electrical equipment.
- Review engineering designs, drawings, and construction documents for constructability, quality, and schedule alignment.
- Perform field inspections, maintain QA/QC documentation, and verify contractor workmanship and material compliance.
- Ensure construction complies with NEC, NESC, utility standards, and project specifications.
- Serve as the primary on-site contact for clients, engineers, EPC partners, vendors, and local authorities.
- Lead construction and coordination meetings and communicate safety concerns, schedule impacts, design deviations, and material issues.
- Collaborate with project managers, engineering teams, and safety leadership to coordinate project execution.
- Supervise and guide field crews and subcontractors, providing direction, coaching, performance feedback, and conflict resolution.
- Identify and resolve construction challenges affecting safety, schedule, cost, or quality.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Learning and development programs
- Mentorship initiatives
- Internal mobility opportunities
- Performance-based advancement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
