Construction Manager – Transmission Lines Maintenance Programs

Raise; Burnaby; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established hiring firm, Raise, seeks a Construction Manager for Transmission Lines Maintenance Programs. This role involves resource management, ensuring safety on site, and developing risk mitigation strategies for large-scale electrical projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive construction management experience and a background in electrical power systems.

Qualifications

• 9 years of construction management experience, especially in electrical power systems.
• Experience with Fire Risk Mitigation and high-voltage transmission infrastructure.
• Strong background in project management and resource allocation.

Responsibilities

• Manage the allocation of resources to ensure quality projects delivered safely.
• Develop mitigation plans for various risk types throughout project lifecycle.
• Ensure work site safety and compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Construction methodologies

Contract management

Safety regulations

Risk management

Communication

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Construction Manager – Transmission Lines Maintenance Programs

Construction Manager – Transmission Lines Maintenance Programs

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Recruitment Advisor- Western Canada at Raise

• Pay Rate: $78.75 hour, depending on experience
• Contract Length: 1 year
• Location: Burnaby, British Columbia
  
  

• Pay Rate: $78.75 hour, depending on experience
• Contract Length: 1 year
• Location: Burnaby, British Columbia
  
  

Raise is currently hiring a Construction Manager – Transmission Lines Maintenance Programs on behalf of our client. They’re expanding their team to meet growing needs, making this a unique opportunity to work with an industry leader.

Note: The primary pay rate is based on the rate for an incorporated contractor who owns their own business. However, we will also consider applications from candidates interested in a T4 arrangement, where applicable.

Description

The Construction Manager in this role will support critical field-based requirements for Transmission Lines (T-Lines) Maintenance Programs. This includes vital initiatives such as Fire Risk Mitigation, Inspections, Decommissioning, Repairs, and the development of New Program Pilots. The successful candidate will be instrumental in managing resources, ensuring unparalleled safety, mitigating risks, and fostering strong stakeholder relationships. This role demands a proven leader with exceptional technical expertise in construction methodologies, contract management, and a deep understanding of safety regulations, all while operating in diverse and often challenging field environments across the province.

Responsibilities

• Manage the allocation of materials, financial, and human resources by using excellent technical skills in construction methodologies, estimating, and contract management in support of delivering quality projects safely, within budget, and on time.
• Ensure work site safety by prioritizing the safe execution of work by performing and giving feedback on Safe Work Observations using excellent knowledge in safety standards and regulations to improve ’s safety performance.
• Develop comprehensive mitigation plans by identifying, analyzing, and monitoring risks including reputational, environmental, safety, and indigenous relations for effective risk management throughout the project lifecycle.
• Contribute to stakeholder engagement by using excellent skills in communication, negotiation, and persuasive influencing so that projects are planned and implemented successfully.
• Respond appropriately to internal and third-party construction inquiries using good working knowledge of project management, engineering, and policies and procedures to maintain positive, collaborative relationships with stakeholders and First Nations.
• Act as a subject matter expert on committees and project teams to develop future capability
• Assist the project team by performing various construction support activities such as supporting the management of claims to successfully complete projects.
  
  

Qualifications

• 9 years of construction management experience with experience directly managing or overseeing construction and maintenance activities related to electrical power systems. (large-scale electrical transmission infrastructure projects - high-voltage transmission lines.)
• Experience with (1) Fire Risk Mitigation Contracts (2) Corrosion/Climb/Detail/Switch Inspections (3) Pilot Programs Development & Rollout (4) Condition-Based Repairs (5) Decommissioning Program Support for high-voltage transmission lines.
• Strong background in program, project, or construction management- (Managing the allocation of materials, financial, and human resources)
• Key points (must haves/nice to haves):
• Previous experience developing new programs, field auditing vendors, and reporting.
• Experience overseeing worksite safety and work crews.
• Valid Drivers License and a Safe and incident free driving record.
• Education and Skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering or an appropriate combination of education and extensive experience in managing power system field work.
• Good working knowledge of project management
• Excellent working knowledge of safety standards and regulations such as Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Standards and WorkSafe Regulations
• Advanced English skills for professional environment, written and spoken
  

Additional Information

• Must be able to travel throughout the province
• Be willing and able to travel and complete field-based assignments as required, potentially over longer timeframes.
• May require helicopter travel (previous experience may be an asset,
• May require travel by boat (water taxi, barge, other similar methods)
• May be required to obtain training (this will be covered by the organization).
• Able to work in outdoor, rugged, and potentially difficult to navigate locations.
• May require walking and hiking to some locations.
• May be required to work alone, following required safety procedures.
• Every contractor must supply their own Windows 10 or 11 Laptop computer for the duration of the assignment.
• Every contractor must supply their own “Smart Phone”. This is needed to gain access to the Organizations network.
  
  

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Raise is an established hiring firm with over 65 years of experience. We believe strongly in making the world a better place through work, which is why we’re a certified B Corporation and donate 10% of our profits to charity.

We strive to build teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including people from traditionally underrepresented groups such as women, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, people identifying as LGBTQ2SI, veterans, and people with visible/nonvisible disabilities.

We have a dedicated webpage for accommodations where you can learn more about what we offer and request accommodation: https://raise.jobs/accommodations/

In order to submit candidates for roles, our clients will sometimes require personal information to confirm the identity of applicants and their legal status to work. Raise will never ask you for personal or banking information unless you have been selected for a job. If you are ever unsure about the legitimacy of this or any other Raise job posting (or have any other questions), please contact us at [phone] or [e-mail].

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