Area Manager-Substation

Pike Corporation; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Pike Electric, LLC is seeking an experienced Substation Area Manager to lead planning, design, construction, and maintenance of substation infrastructure. The role emphasizes safety, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence in support of strategic business objectives.

The position requires heading cross-functional teams, overseeing budgeting and scheduling, and ensuring effective communication with clients and regulators.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in construction or project management focused on substations.
• Proven leadership in managing field crews and large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of utility processes, substation operations, and safety protocols.
• Hands-on field substation experience with clear career progression through operational roles.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with project management tools and financial oversight.

Responsibilities

• Lead substation teams and oversee client operations.
• Manage all phases of substation projects including budgeting, scheduling, and execution.
• Prepare and review labor studies and project cost estimates.
• Support proposal development and bid reviews for new substation work.
• Manage staffing levels and workforce allocation across the substation division.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Provide technical guidance on civil and electrical aspects of substation construction.
• Maintain strong field presence and support crews with practical leadership.
• Collaborate with internal departments, customers, and regulatory agencies.
• Communicate project updates and resolve stakeholder concerns effectively.
• Promote continuous improvement and innovation across substation operations.

Skills

Substation management

Field leadership

Project management

Safety compliance

Communication

Budgeting

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Electrical Engineering degree preferred

Industry experience in lieu of degree

District manager/director experience preferred

Job description

Position Summary

The Substation Area Manager is responsible for leading the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of substation infrastructure. This role ensures operational excellence, safety, and regulatory compliance while supporting strategic business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead substation teams and oversee client operations.
• Manage all phases of substation projects, including budgeting, scheduling, and execution.
• Prepare and review labor studies and project cost estimates.
• Support proposal development and bid reviews for new substation work.
• Manage staffing levels and workforce allocation across the substation division.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Provide technical guidance on civil and electrical aspects of substation construction.
• Maintain strong field presence and support crews with practical, solution-oriented leadership.
• Collaborate with internal departments, customers, and regulatory agencies.
• Communicate project updates and resolve stakeholder concerns effectively.
• Promote continuous improvement and innovation across substation operations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in construction or project management, with a focus on substations.
• Proven leadership in managing field crews and large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of utility processes, substation operations, and safety protocols.
• Field experience within substations, with a hands‑on approach and career progression through operational roles.
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools and financial oversight.

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering preferred but not required; significant industry experience, demonstrated leadership, and technical expertise in substation construction may be considered in lieu of a degree
• Experience at the district manager or director level preferred.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, and feel or operate objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at construction job sites. The noise level in the work environment and job sites can be loud. This position is performed in outside weather conditions.

Core Competencies

• Safety-Driven
• Professional Presence
• Team Leadership
• Customer Focus
• Accountability
• Effective Communication
• Adaptability and Initiative

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled

Pike Electric, LLC is a Non-Union Company

Note: This job description is not exhaustive and may evolve based on organizational needs.