Transmission Line Construction Inspector (MN)
About The Position
Excel Engineering is a full-service engineering consulting firm specializing in electrical engineering, industrial automation, and power systems. For over 30 years, they have partnered with leading companies across various industries to deliver solutions that improve safety, efficiency, and performance. Their work spans sectors including life sciences, consumer goods, chemical, oil & gas, and utilities, offering opportunities to work on complex, high-impact projects. Excel Engineering builds long-term partnerships by understanding clients' operations and acting as an extension of their team, providing opportunities for skill growth, meaningful challenges, and real impact.
Requirements
- Detailed knowledge of transmission construction practices.
- A strong construction background is required.
- Able to inspect all aspects of transmission construction (i.e. pole location spotting, drilling and foundations, direct burial installation, framing, stringing, finish out, etc.).
- Responsible for verifying that all work performed by the prime construction contractor complies with our client's construction standards and engineering prints.
- The ability to read plans and specifications: schematic diagrams, electrical diagrams, metering diagrams, and equipment operation and maintenance manuals.
- Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
- 7+ years of experience in the electrical utility transmission and distribution field
- Knowledge of electrical and/or civil related construction methodologies is strongly preferred
- Strong management, coordination, and communication abilities; proven leadership experience; safety-minded with a thorough understanding of construction site protocols.
- Must have data collection, management, and analysis skills and experience.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office
Nice To Haves
- Degree in a relevant field such as Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Renewable Energy Technology is preferred, or equivalent field experience
Responsibilities
- Provide hands-on supervision of construction activities throughout the life of the project, ensuring compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Conduct daily inspections and safety observations while documenting milestones and generating reports.
- Collaborate closely with project managers, contractors, and engineering teams to facilitate successful project execution.
- Responsible for capturing any field changes to the design.
- Responsible for ensuring the constructor uses the proper materials in the proper place on the Project.
- Responsible for reviewing project discrepancies with appropriate parties.
- Responsible for communicating properly to the responsible client parties on a routine or daily basis.
- Shall take all precautions to protect the client's equipment, materials, and customers, and be a good representative for the client.
- Maintain effective communication with onsite teams and ensure adherence to safety protocols.
- Utilize Microsoft Office Excel and other software for reporting and documentation.
Benefits
- Ongoing continuing education
- Hands-on training
- Opportunities to expand your skills
- Assistance in earning professional certifications and pursuing further education
- 401(k) plan with employer matching
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options
- Access to programs designed to support your overall well-being
- Paid time off
- Flexible work environment
- Flexible schedule
- Employee referral program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
