Construction Manager

NY STATE ELECTRIC & GAS CORP; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 106,000 - 133,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Performance-based bonuses

401(k) match

Health, dental, vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

NYSEG is seeking a Construction Manager to coordinate construction and commissioning activities for electric lines and substations across AVANGRID affiliates in Maine, New York, and Connecticut. You will ensure safety, quality, timeliness, and cost‑effective completion while leading field teams.

The role requires coordinating contractors, reviewing contracts, and managing project budgets. Travel to construction sites and strong leadership are essential for success in this position based in

Qualifications

• Experience with construction management practices for electrical utility lines and substations.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical/electrical drawings and technical manuals.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; report writing and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide management for Field Construction Managers on construction and commissioning of electric lines and substations.
• Determine contract resource requirements and manage contractor performance.
• Coordinate field inspections and sign-offs for construction projects including environmental aspects.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Driver's License

Travel to construction sites

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Associates Degree with 10+ years experience

High School/GED with 15+ years progression

Job description

Job Title: Construction Manager Company: NYSEG Location: Rochester, NY Work type: Office

The salary range for this position is dependent upon experience and location, ranging from $106,000 - $132,500.

What We Offer

• Competitive benefits and growth opportunities
• Generous performance‑based bonuses 12% 401(k) match
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development and clear career‑advancement pathways

Job Summary

The Construction Manager is responsible for coordinating construction and commissioning (functional testing included) activities between several projects, with objectives of safety, quality, timeliness and cost effective completion on behalf of the Affiliates of AVANGRID located in Maine, New York and Connecticut.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide management and responsibility for performance of Field Construction Managers for the construction and commissioning of electric lines and substation projects.
• Determines the contract resource requirements, service specifications and manages contractor performance
• Work with Field Construction Managers related to coordination of field inspections and sign offs for construction projects including environmental or agricultural
• Ensure all functional testing is complete at job sites in preparation of commissioning of the facilities.
• Manage performance of outsourced Construction companies to ensure adherence to safety, quality, schedules, budgets, cost effective means and methods.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time and under budget
• Develop, review, and evaluate contracts and agreements affecting the project execution and functional area operations and make appropriate recommendations.
• Responsible to ensure compliance with permit conditions.
• Lead resolution in a timely manner to proactively resolve problems and coordinate activities with the field construction managers.
• Responsible to works with project team ensure that construction management is integrated into the planning, scheduling, cost tracking, construction, installation, sequencing and testing and commissioning, and acceptance activities.
• Ensure Field Construction Managers obtain all construction materials and material handling plans are established and properly managed and reported.
• Responsible for the coordination of construction schedules with the other functional areas within the company.
• Provides constructability feedback on electrical, mechanical, protection and civil construction standards.
• Research, recommend, and implement changes as necessary to be aligned with AVANGRID Standards and Business Area goals and objectives.
• Responsible for timely resolution of disputes and prioritize business requirements to ensure projects are completed on time and under budget.
• Provide accurate inputs related to the budget process to providing field estimates, resource needs, and oversight of the construction budget.
• Participate in the construction projects negotiations and joint planning efforts with other utilities.
• Lead overall site activities address or remedy electrical system emergencies as necessary.
• Proactively identify construction risk during the planning, execution and construction phases and eliminate risks and execute risk mitigation plans.
• Perform special studies, alternatives and risk analyses and cost estimates as necessary.

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.
• Ensure all field construction managers are managing the project and construction resources within the schedule and budget.

Required Qualifications

• Experience/Training: Microsoft Office Suite
• Must have a valid Driver's License
• Must be willing to travel to construction sites on a day to day basis, attend meetings
• Required Education: Bachelors degree in Engineering or Construction Management with 7 years relevant experience preferred.
• Associates Degree with a minimum of 10 years relevant experience or High School/GED with the completion of the relevant progression program and 15 years relevant experience required.
• A minimum of 5 years of progressive related electric utility industry experience, with electric line or substation facilities construction management experience preferred.
• 3 years experience in a supervisory capacity preferred.
• Skills/Abilities: Extensive knowledge of construction management practices applicable to electrical utility lines and substation construction including commissioning of electrical equipment.
• Extensive knowledge of interconnected electrical system operations.
• Knowledge of government regulations, including OSHA, NESC, NEC and industry codes affecting electric utilities.
• Knowledge of contract preparation, negotiations and administration.
• Working knowledge of budget preparation and administration.
• Demonstrated ability to make competent decisions in emergency situations.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret mechanical/electrical drawings, and technical manuals.
• Excellent written and verbal communications, including correspondence, reports, and other business documents.
• Working knowledge of best practices in safety policies and procedures.
• Effective leadership Skills
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Results oriented

Preferred Qualifications

• Delivering for the Business
• Global view of the Business - Advanced
• Achieving Results and continuous improvements - Advanced
• Initiative - Advanced
• Innovation & Creativity - Advanced
• Global Relationships: Flexibility & Globalization
• Competent Customer Focus
• Competent Communicating & Influencing
• Competent Team Work
• Advanced Global Leadership: Team management
• Advanced Developing Others
• Advanced Competencies Growth & Continuous Improvement Initiative & Change Focused on Results Customer Centric (internal and/or external) Communication Collaboration Leadership (people managers/leaders)

AVANGRID is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. AVANGRID is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s sex, gender, gender identification, gender expression, race, color, religion, national origin, age, ancestry, genetic information, medical condition, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or other characteristics or conditions protected by law.

Job Posting End Date: October-1-2026