Construction Manager

K&A Engineering; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401K with company match

Paid Holidays & Flexible PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Parking & Transit Reimbursement

Job summary

K&A Engineering in Indiana, Kentucky or Ohio seeks a Construction Manager to lead transmission projects, ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards. You will manage multiple projects, coordinate outages, and verify invoicing while sustaining a culture of precision and collaboration.

Join a people-first team delivering critical energy infrastructure. Opportunities span utility-scale projects and challenging design-construction tasks with strong emphasis on safety and

Qualifications

• Prior knowledge or experience in a Transmission Construction and/or Maintenance organization.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements applicable to the position (NERC, EPC, State utility regulators, etc.).
• Working knowledge of Resource/Work Management principles.
• Working knowledge of workforce resourcing and contract administration.
• Qualified to obtain the ability to hold a Clearance or Hot Line tag on Duke Energy's system.
• Experience performing H&S safety observations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure full compliance in Safety, Environmental, and scope/work plan/schedule.
• Identify and assist in resolving material issues/shortages.
• Perform and document EH&S safety audits for contractor compliance.
• Ensure pre-job briefings are used effectively.
• Validate crew timesheets for T&E work on request.
• Report safety and environmental incidents per Duke Energy practices.
• Perform and document on-going QA inspections during construction.
• Validate units completed for invoicing.
• Support project documentation and as-builts submission.
• Provide contractor performance feedback and status reports.
• Coordinate outages with customer, contractor, and operating personnel.

Skills

Transmission Construction/Maintenance

Regulatory requirements (NERC/State)

Resource/Work Management

Workforce resourcing & contract admin

Clearance/Hot Line readiness

H&S safety observations

Job description

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K&A Power – is a privately held company, providing comprehensive consulting, engineering and design, program/project management, construction management, and support services to power utility and industrial clients. Specializing in substation, transmission, distribution, distributed energy resources, and EPC services, we excel in solving complex challenges with precision-driven solutions. We pride ourselves on employing top talent, fostering a culture of excellence, and building meaningful relationships with clients and employees.

Powered By Innovation, Passion, And Purpose.

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Construction Manager to join our team at K&A Engineering in Indiana, Kentucky or Ohio. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects that make a real impact in the energy and utility sectors. You’ll be part of a dynamic, people-focused team where your expertise, ideas, and contributions will be valued and celebrated.

• Ensure full compliance in the following areas:
  • Safety Compliance
  • Environmental Compliance
  • Scope of work compliance, work plan, progress and schedule
• Identify and assist in the resolution of material issues/shortages
• Perform and document EH&S (Environmental Health & Safety) safety audits to ensure contractors are compliant with Duke Energy safe work practices.
• Ensure pre-job briefings or observations are being effectively used
• Validate crew timesheets for T&E (Time & Equipment) work upon request
• Report all safety and environmental incidents immediately to local Duke Energy representative per Duke Energy safe work practices
• Perform and document on-going QA inspections during construction to ensure job specifications are being met
• Validate units completed for invoicing
• Support project documentation and as-built drawings are completed and submitted to the correct departments
• Provide feedback on contractor performance
• Provide status reports as needed
• Ensure coordination of outages with customer, contractor, local operating personnel and System Controlling Authority
• Constantly evaluates risk present in projects assigned
• May be responsible for managing multiple projects

Qualifications and Required Skills:

• Prior knowledge or experience in a Transmission Construction and/or Maintenance organization
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements applicable to the position (NERC, EPC, State utility regulators, etc.)
• Working knowledge of Resource/Work Management principles
• Working knowledge of workforce resourcing and contract administration
• Qualified to obtain the ability to hold a Clearance or Hot Line tag on Duke Energy's system
• Experience performing H&S safety observations

Pay Range: $50.00—$60.00/hour

Why Join K&A?

People-First Culture:

We put our people at the center of everything we do, creating an environment where your professional and personal growth is a top priority.

Innovation & Learning:

We encourage continuous learning and invest in your development through training, mentorship, and hands-on experience.

Collaborative Team Environment:

We believe in the power of collaboration and working together to achieve the best outcomes for our clients and employees.

Recognition & Growth:

We’ve earned our reputation through uncompromising precision and a commitment to excellence. As an agile and fast-growing company, we offer plenty of opportunities for your career advancement and growth.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits:

We offeracomprehensive benefits package for eligible classified employees, including but not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care Spending Account
• 401K (Traditional and Roth with Company Match)
• Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)
• Paid Holidays and Flexible PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement, Parking and Transit Reimbursement, and Pet Insurance
• Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

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The salary range for this role considers a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to technical ability, experience and training, licenses and certifications, and other related skillsets. The disclosed range is an estimate and has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.