Field Construction Manager

Asplundh Engineering Services, LLC; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 41,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Training opportunities

Career growth

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Asplundh Engineering Services (AES) seeks an experienced Field Construction Manager to oversee field construction activities for electrical infrastructure projects. This role serves as the primary onsite representative, coordinating construction work and ensuring safety, quality, and schedule adherence from mobilization through commissioning.

You will lead site inspections, manage contractor progress, coordinate with engineering teams, and support project closeout.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in Construction Management, Electrical Utility Construction, Substation or Transmission Projects, Electrical Equipment Installation, Maintenance & Testing.
• Experience with Relay Protection & Control, Startup & Commissioning, Electrical Field Engineering, SCADA & Communications, and Electrical Troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise onsite construction activities (electrical, civil, electromechanical).
• Monitor project progress and support schedule adherence via field management.
• Conduct daily site inspections and maintain situational awareness of field activities.
• Lead weekly project progress meetings and review contractor schedules.
• Review contractor schedules, invoices, and progress reports.
• Coordinate material deliveries, storage, inspections, and inventory reconciliation.
• Maintain documentation, logs, change orders, and as-builts.
• Support project closeout and final documentation preparation.
• Communicate project status, risks, and issues to leadership.
• Coordinate with engineering, contractors, suppliers, and municipalities.

Skills

Construction management

Electrical utility construction

Substation projects

Transmission projects

Electrical equipment installation

Relay protection & control

Startup & commissioning

Electrical field engineering

SCADA & communications

Electrical troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (ABET-accredited)

Job description

Salary Range: USD $30.00 - USD $65.00 (Hourly)

Asplundh Engineering Services (AES) provides comprehensive engineering, design, construction support, and project management services for electric utility, renewable energy, and infrastructure projects across North America. Our team is committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative solutions while fostering a collaborative culture that supports professional growth and work-life balance.

We are seeking an experiencedField Construction Manager (FCM)to oversee field construction activities for electrical infrastructure projects. This role serves as the primary onsite representative, coordinating construction activities, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, managing schedules, and supporting successful project execution from mobilization through commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

Construction Management & Project Execution

• Coordinate and supervise all onsite construction activities, including electrical, civil, and electromechanical work.
• Monitor project progress and support schedule adherence through proactive field management.
• Conduct daily site inspections and maintain awareness of all field activities.
• Lead weekly project progress meetings and review contractor look-ahead schedules.
• Review contractor schedules, invoices, and progress reports.
• Coordinate material deliveries, storage, inspections, and inventory reconciliation.
• Maintain project documentation, correspondence logs, change order tracking, and as-built records.
• Support project closeout activities and preparation of final project documentation.
• Communicate project status, risks, and issues to project leadership in a timely manner.
• Coordinate with engineering teams, contractors, suppliers, and local municipalities throughout project execution.
• Assist with construction problem resolution, constructability reviews, and field modifications.

Safety Leadership

• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture on all project sites.
• Participate in daily safety briefings and contractor safety meetings.
• Review contractor Health and Safety Plans (HASP) and monitor compliance.
• Conduct routine safety inspections and document findings.
• Ensure all incidents, near misses, and injuries are reported, investigated, and properly documented.
• Support corrective and preventive action implementation.
• Verify all workers and visitors complete required site safety orientations.
• Monitor environmental compliance and support implementation of project environmental management plans.
• Conduct environmental inspections and audits.
• Ensure environmental incidents are reported and investigated appropriately.
• Coordinate environmental documentation and regulatory compliance activities.
• Support corrective and preventive environmental actions as required.

Quality Assurance & Quality Control

• Review Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs) and verify completion of required documentation.
• Ensure contractors maintain current drawings, records, and project documentation.
• Track RFIs, field changes, design modifications, and construction revisions.
• Conduct quality inspections, audits, and constructability reviews.
• Verify contractor testing, commissioning, and equipment installation activities.
• Review material submittals and coordinate approvals.
• Support document control and project record management.
• Conduct pre-energization and post-energization inspections.
• Assist with lessons learned documentation and project closeout activities.

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution preferred; or
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in:
• Construction Management
• Electrical Utility Construction
• Substation or Transmission Projects
• Electrical Equipment Installation, Maintenance, and Testing
• Relay Protection & Control Systems
• Startup and Commissioning Activities
• Electrical Field Engineering
• SCADA and Communications Systems
• Electrical Troubleshooting and Diagnostics

Preferred Certifications

• OSHA 30 Certification
• First Aid/AED Certification
• Arc Flash Safety Training
• Valid Driver’s License
• Ability to successfully complete background screening requirements

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Career advancement within a growing national engineering organization
• Collaborative team environment focused on safety, innovation, and excellence

Important Information for Applicants

• Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC and its family of companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any legally protected characteristic.
• If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our ADA Coordinator at 1-800-248-8733, ext. 3656.
• Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment requirements, which include background screening, drug testing, and employment eligibility verification.
• Compensation determination is based on market data, job scope and individual qualifications.
• We offer a competitive total rewards package inclusive of health and welfare and retirement benefits, as well as paid time off and holiday pay benefits.
• Unsolicited resumes without an executed agency agreement become the property of the company.