Field Construction Manager- Transmission

K&A Engineering; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 114,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K with company match

Paid Holidays

Job summary

K&A Power Group seeks a Field Construction Manager to lead on-site construction activities at Elmira, NY. You will coordinate electromechanical and civil work, ensure safety, quality, schedule, and cost compliance, and manage documentation, reporting, and contractor coordination.

Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s in Engineering Construction Management, NICET III, and 10+ years of utility transmission experience, with strong communication and leadership skills for multi-team environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering Construction Management or equivalent required.
• NICET Level III certification required; transmission experience preferred.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive electric utility experience with transmission facilities construction management preferred.
• Strong communication skills and ability to read and interpret drawings.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise on-site construction activities including electromechanical and civil work.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, schedule and cost requirements.
• Monitor project progress and prepare weekly/monthly reports.
• Conduct site inspections to verify workmanship and adherence to specifications.
• Review contractor invoices, schedules and change orders with recommendations.

Skills

Project management

Safety compliance

Field supervision

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering Construction Management

NICET Level III certification

Tools

GPS Systems

SAP

Job description

Start your K&A Career

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Field Construction Manager to join our team at K&A Power Group in Elmira New York

Role Expectations

• Coordinate and supervise all on site construction activities including electromechanical and civil work
• Ensure compliance with safety quality schedule and cost requirements
• Monitor project progress maintain documentation and prepare weeklymonthly reports
• Conduct site inspections to verify workmanship and adherence to specifications
• Facilitate resolution of construction issues by collaborating with engineering contractors and suppliers
• Review contractor invoices schedules and change orders; provide recommendations
• Manage material deliveries and maintain accurate as built project plans
• Attend safety environmental and quality meetings; maintain project binders
• Communicate regularly with the Project Manager and coordinate with localstate authorities
• Adhere to company policies and regulatory requirements CIP FERC NERC
• Initiate transmission outage requests and maintain logs for change orders and correspondence
• Field Support to Fix Problems Being Proactive
• Must do Reporting Weekly Report Monthly Reports site weekly minutes of meetings
• Monitor Schedule Look Ahead vs PM
• Must attend the contractors safety environment and Quality meetings; provide a tip in the onsite meeting
• Keep on site and updated the H&S Environment and Quality project binder; FCM must be organized must document everything to provide a good paper trail
• Work in the preparation of Final File
• Must review contractor invoices and schedules
• Conduct weekly project progress meeting
• Request the contractor two week look ahead schedule at each weekly meeting
• Must be always On site whenever work is being performed make frequent observation of contractors activities and adherence to MPT when in public ROW Immediate notification to PM of any and all problems or foreseeable issues throughout construction or any complaint presented by the general public
• Coordinate Material delivery between the clients Stockroom and Contractor
• Inspect all project related construction material for damage and completeness for the project execution
• Inspect work in progress to ensure that workmanship conforms to specifications quality and adherence to construction schedules
• Facilitate resolving construction problems discrepancies procedures and methods by working with engineering personnel inspectors contractors and suppliers
• Must have strong communications skills
• Minimize Change Orders Support Project Manager Services to review any requested Change Orders
• Notices or other claims submitted by Construction Contractors which relate to additional payments schedule adjustments or other modifications to the Project and make such recommendations to the utility regarding the legitimacy of such claims and review the Construction Contractors proposed mitigation
• Review and understand the project Documentation and any related documentation and provide input to enhance the constructability of the Project taking into account schedule cost and quality considerations
• Maintain a project change order and correspondence log
• Maintain a daily on site as build project plan
• Continuously communicate written and verbally with the associated PM
• Coordinate as necessary with all local and state municipalities throughout project execution
• Ensure all CIPNERC requirements are maintained throughout the project execution
• Promote a proactive safety culture by encouraging open communication reporting unsafe conditions and suggesting improvements to safety practices
• Diligently ensure compliance with safety regulations conducting safety inspections and identifying potential hazards to mitigate risks and maintain a safe working environment for all personnel

What were looking for

• Bachelors degree in Engineering Construction Management or equivalent education with 10 years relevant experience required
• A minimum of ten 10 years of progressive related electric utility industry experience with transmission facilities construction management experience preferred
• Candidate must hold a NICET Level III certification Transmission experience is a required
• Five 5 years experience in a supervisory capacity preferred
• Knowledge of NRA clearances and switching orders would be beneficial
• Must be an Authorized Person approved by both Divisions Binghamton and Elmira to hold Clearances Assurances and Permissions and can complete the appropriate documentation
• Detailed work experience in electrical Utility transmission UVOV & civil construction
• Knowledge of GPS Systems & knowledge of SAP is preferred
• Ability to read and interpret specifications and drawings and convey interpretations to contractors
• Ability to investigate and solve construction problems in a timely manner with minimum dependence on others
• Computer and Administrative skills
• Strong verbal written and interpersonal communication skills
• Must have current US Work authorization and valid US Driver License in good standing
• Pay Range 55 65 anhour

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 Weve 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

• Medical Dental and Vision Insurance
• FSA HSA and Dependent Care Spending Account
• 401K Traditional and Roth with company match
• Lifestyle Spending Account LSA
• Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of employment
• Paid Holidays and Flexible PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Long Term Disability
• Short Term Disability and Life Insurance
• EAP Employee Assistance Program
• Parking and Transit Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance

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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.