Construction Support Technologist

Actalent; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Savings Account

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Construction Support Technologist to support field construction for electric distribution projects in Tampa, FL. The role focuses on coordinating between design teams and contractors, reviewing plans, and documenting field progress.

The candidate will participate in meetings, assist with staking and field validation, and help resolve design issues in collaboration with engineers. This is a contract-to-hire position in a hybrid Tampa work environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of utility industry experience involving electric distribution design, construction, operations, or construction management.
• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, utility drawings, specifications, and design packages.
• Experience working directly with field construction crews and contractors.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to identify field issues and work collaboratively with engineers to develop practical solutions.
• Knowledge of utility materials, equipment, and installation methods.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel throughout the service territory.
• Familiarity with utility permitting and right-of-way processes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the liaison between distribution design team and construction contractors during project execution.
• Review construction activities to ensure compliance with approved engineering plans and specifications.
• Participate in pre-construction meetings, construction progress meetings, and field reviews.
• Identify field issues, constructability concerns, and design conflicts and coordinate solutions with engineering teams.
• Communicate effectively with contractors, construction crews, utility personnel, and project stakeholders.
• Review and interpret utility construction drawings, design packages, specifications, and material requirements.
• Conduct field visits to document project progress through notes, sketches, and photographs.
• Support staking activities and field validation efforts.
• Assist with constructability reviews during project planning and design phases.
• Evaluate proposed field modifications and coordinate with engineering teams regarding design revisions when appropriate.
• Help ensure contractors adhere to approved plans, standards, safety requirements, and project specifications.
• Support projects involving overhead and underground electric distribution facilities.
• Provide technical guidance regarding utility equipment installation, construction methods, and field conditions.
• Assist with right-of-way, permitting, and construction coordination activities as needed.
• Work on a storm response local or travel team as a Driver and Assessor Learner.

Skills

Utility experience

Reading drawings

Field coordination

Communication skills

Travel-ready

Licenses & safety

Education

Engineering degree preferred

Tools

GIS

CYME

ArcGIS

Bluebeam

Job description

Job Title: Construction Support TechnologistJob Description

Responsibilities

• Serve as the liaison between distribution design team and construction contractors during project execution.


• Review construction activities to ensure compliance with approved engineering plans and specifications.


• Participate in pre-construction meetings, construction progress meetings, and field reviews.


• Identify field issues, constructability concerns, and design conflicts and coordinate solutions with engineering teams.


• Communicate effectively with contractors, construction crews, utility personnel, and project stakeholders.


• Review and interpret utility construction drawings, design packages, specifications, and material requirements.


• Conduct field visits to document project progress through notes, sketches, and photographs.


• Support staking activities and field validation efforts.


• Assist with constructability reviews during project planning and design phases.


• Evaluate proposed field modifications and coordinate with engineering teams regarding design revisions when appropriate.


• Help ensure contractors adhere to approved plans, standards, safety requirements, and project specifications.


• Support projects involving overhead and underground electric distribution facilities.


• Provide technical guidance regarding utility equipment installation, construction methods, and field conditions.


• Assist with right-of-way, permitting, and construction coordination activities as needed.


• Work on a storm response local or travel team as a Driver and Assessor Learner.

Essential Skills

• 5+ years of utility industry experience involving electric distribution design, construction, operations, or construction management.


• Strong understanding of electric utility construction practices, including overhead and underground distribution systems.


• Ability to read and interpret construction plans, utility drawings, specifications, and design packages.


• Experience working directly with field construction crews and contractors.


• Strong communication skills with the ability to effectively engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders.


• Ability to identify field issues and work collaboratively with engineers to develop practical solutions.


• Knowledge of utility materials, equipment, and installation methods.


• Valid driver's license and ability to travel throughout the service territory.


• Familiarity with utility permitting and right-of-way processes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, or a related field is a plus.


• Utility software experience such as GIS, CYME, ArcGIS, Bluebeam, or similar tools.


• Previous experience supporting Duke Energy, investor-owned utilities, municipalities, or utility contractors.

Work Environment

The work environment for this position is primarily outdoors at active construction sites, with occasional office work to complete reports and administrative tasks. The noise level is moderate to loud at construction sites due to machinery, vehicles, and other on-site activities. The office environment is generally quiet to moderate when completing paperwork or data entry tasks. The employee will be exposed to outdoor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and wind. The role involves frequent visits to active construction sites, which may include exposure to dust, debris, and hazardous conditions. Wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, safety glasses, reflective vests, and steel-toed boots is mandatory on site.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Tampa, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision


• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available


• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)


• Short and long-term disability


• Health Spending Account (HSA)


• Transportation benefits


• Employee Assistance Program


• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Tampa,FL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 14, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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