Electrical Substation & Transmission Project Lead

Orbital Engineering; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) retirement plan

Life and AD&D insurance

Short-term disability

Paid time off

Job summary

Orbital Engineering, Inc. seeks an Electrical Construction Coordinator (Substation & Transmission Line) for Western Pennsylvania & surrounding areas.

The role focuses on planning and coordinating construction activities on electrical substations and transmission projects, with emphasis on safety, permits, and on-site supervision. Based in Pittsburgh, PA, the position offers on-site or hybrid work, with travel to project sites as needed.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or equivalent.
• 5 Years Relevant Construction / Maintenance Experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Similar is preferred.
• Experience in Commercial / Industrial T&D or Experience in Management preferred.
• Familiar with construction prints/drawings.
• OSHA 10 hour and MEA specific training is beneficial.
• Strong written and verbal communication capabilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe.

Responsibilities

• Provide safety oversight on site and report safety issues to the project team.
• Participate in pre-construction planning, permit checks, and constructability reviews.
• Inspect work during construction for compliance with specs, drawings, and permits; coordinate RFIs.
• Identify field-purchased material needs and coordinate orders and deliveries.
• Prepare Daily Log Reports to track schedule progress and safety incidents.
• Perform miscellaneous duties: maintain redline drawings, weekly safety audits, and scope changes.
• Be able to climb ladders and lift up to 50 pounds as needed.

Skills

Safety oversight

Planning & coordination

Communication

Travel willingness

Team collaboration

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Similar (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe

Job description

Orbital Engineering, Inc. seeks an Electrical Construction Coordinator (Substation & Transmission Line) for Western Pennsylvania & surrounding areas.

The role focuses on planning and coordinating construction activities on electrical substations and transmission projects, with emphasis on safety, permits, and on-site supervision. Based in Pittsburgh, PA, the position offers on-site or hybrid work, with travel to project sites as needed.