Substation Manager at Southern Electric Corp (SEC)
About The Position
Southern Electric Corporation (SEC), a Quanta Services, Inc. company, is an electrical utility contractor specializing in the construction of high-voltage transmission lines, underground, and distribution lines, as well as providing emergency restoration services. Since 1985, SEC has been a leader in the industry, known for superior work, customer satisfaction, and safety. We manage over 100 crews and nearly 2,000 pieces of equipment, serving investor-owned utilities, electric cooperatives, and municipalities. Our team is our family, and we are committed to their safety and providing industry-leading training. We aim to be the last job our employees ever want to apply for.
Requirements
- Experience managing projects for investor-owned utilities, electric cooperatives, or municipal utilities.
- Background working on transmission projects ranging from 69kV to 500kV.
- Experience with EPC project delivery and utility infrastructure construction.
- Familiarity with Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, Procore, or similar construction management software.
- OSHA 30 certification or equivalent safety credentials.
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline preferred. Equivalent industry experience will also be considered.
- 10+ years of progressive substation construction experience within the electrical utility or heavy civil construction industry.
- Extensive experience managing substation construction projects.
- Strong understanding of transmission systems, substations, foundations, structural steel erection, electrical installation, and utility construction practices.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple subcontractors and large field teams simultaneously.
- Proven knowledge of construction scheduling, project controls, budgeting, and cost management.
- Strong working knowledge of OSHA regulations, utility safety standards, and environmental compliance requirements.
- Excellent leadership, communication, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and construction contracts.
- Willingness to travel throughout South East based on project assignments.
Responsibilities
- Lead day-to-day construction operations for substation projects from mobilization through project closeout.
- Manage field teams, subcontractors, superintendents, inspectors, and project personnel to ensure safe and efficient project execution.
- Ensure all work is completed in accordance with project specifications, engineering drawings, quality standards, and contractual requirements.
- Champion a proactive safety culture by enforcing company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and client-specific safety programs.
- Monitor project schedules, productivity, costs, and resource allocation to achieve project milestones and financial objectives.
- Collaborate closely with project management, engineering, procurement, environmental, and quality teams to resolve field issues and maintain project momentum.
- Conduct regular site inspections to ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards.
- Identify construction risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize delays and cost impacts.
- Lead construction planning meetings, subcontractor coordination meetings, and client progress reviews.
- Manage change orders, field documentation, daily reports, and construction records.
- Support commissioning activities and project turnover while ensuring a seamless transition to the client.
- Foster positive relationships with utility clients, regulatory agencies, landowners, and local stakeholders.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
