LaBella Associates

Construction Manager

LaBella Associates

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Richmond • North Carolina • Virginia • United States

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Salary

💰 $60 - $90 per hour

About the role

  • Responsible for management of the construction of electric substations, substation upgrades, transmission lines and upgrades, generation upgrades and other projects to include civil and structural works, Protection and control installations and communications packages.
  • Determine contract resource requirements, service specifications and manage contractor performance
  • Manage activities related to coordination of field inspection and sign offs for construction projects.
  • Monitor and evaluate activities of outsourced Construction companies to ensure adherence to safety, quality, schedules and budgets, cost effectiveness and control, and results
  • Develop, review and evaluate contracts and agreements affecting the project execution and functional area operations and make appropriate recommendations
  • Collaborate with management staff to resolve problems and coordinate activities.
  • Ensure that construction management is integrated into the planning, scheduling, cost tracking, construction, installation, testing and acceptance activities.
  • Contribute to the management of construction materials logistics and ensure material handling plans are established and managed
  • Coordinate the transmission substations and lines construction schedules with the other functional areas within the Utility.
  • Provide constructability feedback on electrical, mechanical, protection and civil construction standards
  • Collaborate with other business organizations, contractors and subject matter experts to resolve disputes and prioritize business requirements
  • Participate in the transmission facilities construction projects negotiations and joint planning efforts with other utilities
  • Help lead and collaborate the activities to address or remedy substation and lines transmission system emergencies as necessary
  • Identify construction risk during the planning, execution and construction phases and prepare risk mitigation plans.
  • Adhere to Utility policies, programs and procedures as well as Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP), Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC), and other relevant entities.
  • Safety: Maintain safety awareness and ensure contractors comply with all safety policies, practices, and procedures to assure a safe working environment at the construction site. Properly wear and care for applicable safety gear and equipment. Identify and communicate unsafe conditions to Contractors, Project Manager and assure safety concerns and issues are resolved.
  • Manage the project and construction resources within the schedule and budget.
  • Supervise construction activities while ensuring safety and compliance with energized work protocols.
  • Supervise field crews, subcontractors, and equipment to execute tasks near or under live electrical components.
  • Ensure adherence to safety standards, including OSHA, NESC, and utility-specific energized work procedures.
  • Conduct pre-job briefings and hazard assessments before any work begins.
  • Monitor work progress, resolve field issues, and report daily activities to project leadership.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent education with 2 years relevant experience required.
  • (5) years of progressive related electric utility industry experience, with related construction management experience preferred.
  • Five (5) years' experience in a supervisory capacity preferred
  • Microsoft Word, Excel and Microsoft Project or Equivalent
  • Must have a valid Driver’s License
  • Must be willing to travel to construction sites on a day to day basis, attend meetings.
  • Experience in the required functional area: Substations, Lines, Civil / Structural, Protection and Control.
Benefits
  • Flexible Work Schedule
  • Health/Dental Insurance
  • 401k Plan with Employer Match
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Short & Long Term Disability
  • Profit Sharing
  • Paid Time Off
  • Leadership Development Program
  • Fitness Reimbursement
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Referral Bonus Program
  • Wellness Program
  • Team Building Events
  • Community Service Events
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
construction managementproject managementrisk mitigationcontract managementfield inspectionsafety compliancecost trackingmaterial handlingconstructability feedbacksupervision
Soft Skills
collaborationproblem-solvingcommunicationleadershiporganizational skillsnegotiationmonitoringevaluationdecision-makingsafety awareness
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in EngineeringBachelor’s degree in Construction Managementvalid Driver’s License