Construction Manager- Electrical Distribution

United Utility Services; Chalmette (LA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA) and FSA

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Short and long-term disability

Job summary

United Utility Services, a leader in electric utility construction, seeks a Construction Manager to oversee planning, coordination, and execution of power distribution projects. The role emphasizes safety and quality, with onsite leadership and collaboration with field operations, project managers, and clients.

This position requires the candidate to be in office a minimum of four days per week and to manage subcontractors, ensure QA/QC, and maintain schedules throughout project lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, construction management, finance or related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in power distribution, construction, or project management.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in project management software and MS Office.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and industry standards.

Responsibilities

• Be the single point of field accountability for distribution construction and onsite activities.
• Oversee day-to-day distribution construction including subcontractors and field crews.
• Lead site safety programs and ensure OSHA/compliance with project plans.
• Maintain construction schedule and track progress against milestones.
• Ensure QA/QC, testing, inspections, and as-builts for turnover.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, construction management, finance or related field

Tools

MS Office Suite

Excel

Microsoft Project

P6 Scheduling

Job description

About Us

Welcome to United Utility Services, a dynamic player in the electric utility industry. As a trailblazer, we provide comprehensive and innovative offerings that bolster power infrastructure investments across the U.S. We proudly serve as the parent company to industry-leading utility service contractors specializing in transmission, substation, distribution, and grid hardening projects. Our Core Values are clear and simple: Safety, Quality, Integrity, and Professionalism. At United Utility Services, we craft power delivery solutions – built safe, engineered smart, and driven by what customers demand – fueling communities with reliable energy. We are the best-in-class, trusted partner delivering customer-centric Power Delivery Construction and Engineering solutions.

Locations: New Orleans, LA; Willis, TX; Amarillo, TX.

Salary range for this position is $95,000- $125,000 annually. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the role.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options where applicable
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Company-paid holidays
• Short and long-term disability

About The Role

The Construction Manager will work closely with the field operations and Project Managers in order to successfully oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of power distribution projects. This role involves making sure Safety is a priority and quality standards are upheld throughout all phases of the project. The Construction Manager will ensure safety, serve as quality control, and work closely with multiple teams and clients. If you are passionate about safety and known to have awesome communication skills this role could be a great fit.

This position will be in office at a minimum of 4 days a week.

Key Responsibilities

Dedicated Site Leadership

• Must be daily full-time and onsite.
• Serves as the single point of field accountability for all distribution construction and onsite vendor/subcontractor activities.

Total Field Execution Responsibility (Will not directly manage crews)

• Directly responsible for day-to-day distribution construction oversight, including:
• Subcontractors
• Field crews
• Equipment installation
• Commissioning support

Safety Ownership

• Leads and enforces all site safety programs.
• Ensures compliance with OSHA, Owner standards, and project-specific plans.
• Owns incident reporting and corrective actions.

Schedule & Progress Control

• Maintains and drives the construction schedule.
• Tracks progress vs. milestones and implements recovery plans for delays.

Quality & Documentation

• Ensures all work meets specifications and QA/QC requirements.
• Oversees testing, inspections, redlines, and as-builts required for turnover.

Owner Interface & Communication

• Acts as the primary onsite liaison to the Owner and Project/Program Manager.
• Leads coordination meetings and provides proactive issue escalation.

Subcontractor Management

• Responsible for performance, compliance, and coordination of all subcontractors onsite.

Environmental & Regulatory Compliance

• Ensures adherence to SWPPP, permits, and environmental controls.
• Manages proper waste handling and site restoration.

Site Control & Administration

• Coordinates a safe, organized, and secure jobsite.
• Provides required facilities and access for the Owner.

Commissioning & Closeout

• Drives punch list completion, turnover documentation, and training.
• Supports final acceptance and project closeout.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, construction management, finance or related field.
• A minimum of 1-3 years of experience in power distribution, construction, or project management.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in project management software and MS Office Suite.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and industry standards.
• Highly skilled in Excel, Microsoft Project, P6 Scheduling, and other project management tools.

Key Nice-To-Haves

• Project Management Professional (PMP) or Construction Management Professional certification is a plus.

Application Deadline

This posting will remain open for a minimum of five (5) calendar days. The Company reserves the right to extend or close the posting based on business needs and applicable policy requirements.

Internal Employee Notice

This opportunity is being communicated internally in accordance with the Company’s Recruiting Transparency and Opportunity Notice process.

Current employees are encouraged to apply through our careers page at https://unitedutility.com/careers

Important Information

Applicants may be asked:

“Are you currently employed by the Company?”

For standard external opportunities, this question is used for applicant classification, reporting, and workforce analytics purposes only.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from third-party recruiters or staffing firms. Resumes submitted without a signed, written agreement with the Company and outside the approved HR/Recruiter process will not be reviewed or considered, and the Company will not be responsible for any associated fees.

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