Substation Construction Manager

Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative Inc•Giddings, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Substation Construction Manager will manage and lead all aspects of substation construction projects, acting as a liaison between Bluebonnet personnel and contractors. This role involves scheduling and leading meetings, interpreting construction documents, communicating with material suppliers, inspecting completed work to ensure it meets specifications, and reviewing contractor invoices. The position requires adherence to safe work practices, demonstration of Bluebonnet's Foundation Values, and maintenance of professional working relationships. Regular attendance and availability for on-call duties, including weekends and non-standard hours, are essential. The role also requires handling confidential information according to company policies.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
5 to 7 years of progressive responsibilities in the electrical utility industry
Successful completion of technical training events associated with substation and special equipment.
Valid Texas Commercial Driver's License
Must be certified in CPR, First Aid, AED and Blood-borne pathogens.
Must be able to communicate effectively, both in writing and orally.
Must have good customer relations skills.
Frequently uses a computer, knows and uses software such as Microsoft Works, Word, CAD, Bluebeam, and Excel spreadsheets.
Has a willingness and ability to learn new computer skills.
Basic knowledge of cooperative policies and guidelines.
Interpersonal skills that result in effective working relationships with peers, members, and vendors.
Ability to communicate effectively and in a positive manner; focused on improvement or problem resolution in a constructive, positive, and professional manner.

Responsibilities

Manage and lead all aspects of substation construction projects.
Act as a liaison between Bluebonnet personnel and contractors through all substation construction activities.
Schedule and lead engineering and construction meetings with relevant stakeholders.
Read and interpret construction drawings, bid documents, and engineering specifications.
Maintain communication with material suppliers regarding project needs and start dates, ensuring appropriate items are added to the project work order.
Responsible for inspection of completed jobs, ensuring jobs are built to Bluebonnet specifications.
Review substation contractor invoices matching dollar amount to work completed.
Use safe work practices at all times and in all situations and ensure that the project contractor does the same.
Demonstrate and act in accordance with Bluebonnet's Foundation Values.
Maintain professional working relationships with all employees, members, and vendors at all times.
Maintain regular attendance; arrives to work on time and is ready to work.
Required to be on-call, available to work weekends, holidays and non-standard hours as needed.
Must be able to appropriately handle confidential information and act within the practices established by the Bluebonnet Red Flag policy.