Substation Assistant Superintendent

Irby Construction Company•Tulsa, OK

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Irby Construction Company, a leader in power industry infrastructure for over 75 years, is seeking a Substation Assistant Superintendent for its Tulsa, OK region. This role requires a minimum of four to eight years of substation construction experience, with the individual possessing all skills necessary for an Assistant Superintendent/Foreman. A deep understanding of OSHA, NESC, and utility owner safety standards is crucial, as is the ability to direct multiple crews. Experience with substation equipment such as power transformers, circuit breakers, disconnect switches, bus structures, grounding systems, and protection and control (P&C) wiring is mandatory.

Requirements

Minimum of four to eight (4-8) years of substation construction experience.
Possess all skills required for assignment as an Assistant Superintendent/Foreman for any craft within his/her area of responsibility.
In-depth knowledge of all applicable OSHA, NESC, and applicable utility owner safety standards.
Ability to direct multiple crews.
Demonstrated experience with substation equipment including power transformers, circuit breakers, disconnect switches, bus structures, grounding systems, and protection and control (P&C) wiring.
High school diploma or GED required.
OSHA 30-Hour Construction certification required; OSHA 10-Hour minimum.
Working knowledge of NESC, OSHA 29 CFR Part 1926, and applicable utility owner safety standards.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings including one-line diagrams, protection and control schematics, grounding plans, and equipment layout drawings.
Must have a valid driver's license.
Must be willing to stay out of town.
Available to travel as the project requires.
Willing to work over-time and be able to work extended periods of time.
May work in storm restoration operations.
May attend training classes or seminars.
Walking and working across uneven terrain.
Climbing on and off large trucks and equipment.
Must be able to work outside 100% of the time in inclement weather.
Able to lift in excess of 50 pounds on a daily basis.
Willing to work off the ground in man baskets.
Must be able to work around energized systems.

Nice To Haves

Technical or vocational degree preferred.
Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred.

Responsibilities

Attend pre-construction meetings.
Provide technical assistance, interpret drawings, and recommend construction methods and equipment.
Review bid packages for accuracy, completeness, and electrical scope.
Assist in instituting construction plans.
Organize crews and assign foremen to tasks.
Generate lists of required personnel, equipment, and tooling.
Arrange for personnel and equipment transfers to projects.
Review and understand multiple contracts.
Ensure quality of work according to specifications.
Monitor crew safety, quality, and production.
Assist crews in coordinating major project activities.
Obtain feedback from the owner on quality, safety, schedule, and materials.
Attend required project meetings with the owner.
Assist with updating schedules and progress reports.
Maintain daily construction logs, manpower reports, and equipment utilization records.
Verify that as-builts and progress charts are maintained.
Coordinate with the utility owner and engineering team for commissioning, startup, and energization procedures.
Maintain good communication with the inspector.
Ensure all change-orders are documented and billed to the owner.
Review personnel matters with Operations, including evaluations, pay raises, CDL requirements, and performance.
Arrange and/or participate in weekly foremen meetings.
Arrange and/or participate in monthly safety meetings.
Participate in monthly job safety review meetings.
Be accountable for cost, progress, and schedule for the duration of the project.
Assist the Business Unit with monthly forecasts.
Be accountable for compliance with the safety program and review all accidents.
Mentor, develop, and evaluate craft personnel.
Follow up on complaints from owners, the general public, or landowners.