Field Project Lead - Utility Construction & Maintenance

Arizona Public Service Company; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Arizona Public Service Company is seeking a capable candidate to serve as a liaison with customers and coordinate resources for construction and maintenance projects. The role involves ensuring correct materials and manpower, leading multiple projects, and performing simple design tasks while supporting complex plans.

The position emphasizes field activity, safety compliance, and interdepartmental collaboration to deliver projects on schedule.

Qualifications

• High school degree/GED and two (2) years Journeyman electrician experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or equivalent and two (2) years experience in construction, engineering, operations, or maintenance within the utility or related industry.
• High school degree/GED and seven (7) years equivalent combination of education and experience in construction, engineering, operations, or maintenance within the utility or related industry.
• Some positions may require experience with rubber glove (RG) practices.
• Working knowledge of company policies and procedures, environmental regulations, Labor agreement, APS Construction Standards, Accident Prevention Manual and OSHA standards.
• Good communications and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• 1) Serve as liaison with customers (internal/external) on various projects to ensure customer requirements and expectations are accurately understood / communicated and met in a timely manner.
• 2) Coordinate resources for construction projects to ensure fully staffed, multiple crews are always available. Track budget expenditures of contract.
• 3) Order project materials from stock, allowing a two to three day lead time for delivery to project site, so materials are available to the crew for scheduled work.
• 4) May oversee the activities of the garage to ensure all inspections and repairs are completed thoroughly and on schedule. Maintain efficient vehicle records.
• 5) Perform design duties for simple construction/maintenance projects and provide cost estimates for time and materials.Assist Designers and other Project Leaders to develop plans on complex design projects.
• 6) May assure that the sub-transmission and distribution systems are operated in a safe, efficient, and economical manner, adhering to safety and good operating procedures as Duty Supervisor during 24 hour call out for restoration of electric service including storms and other emergencies.
• 7) Resolve differences by encouraging and practicing open communication and accurate interpretation of company policies and labor agreement.
• 8) May serve as primary contact for the Division on environmental issues, hazardous materials communication, hazardous waste processing, industrial hygiene, water quality and PCB processing; train employees and track training attendance; keep files current on material safety data sheets, inventories, waste shipment and keep abreast of new and current regulations that affect APS facilities and employees.
• 9) May perform trench and panel inspection per specification requirements. May perform rotation after hours duty supervisor. May coordinate the warehouse and hauling activities to ensure that materials are stocked and delivered in an efficient and timely manner. May coordinate the tree trimming, garage, hauling and warehouse personnel to maximize efficiency and track expenditures for all functions. May coordinate maintenance of facilities and new construction projects; coordinate maintenance orders and non-revenue Work Authorizations (WAs).
• 10) Promote safety awareness and accident reductions through safety meetings, tailboards and implementation of safe work procedures and practices.
• 11) Perform inspections per specification requirements or oversee the activities to ensure all inspections and repairs are completed thoroughly and on schedule. Maintain department documents.

Skills

Communication skills

Field work readiness

Education

High school degree/GED + 2 years Journeyman electrician experience

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business + 2 years related experience

High school/GED + 7 years related experience

Job description

Arizona Public Service Company is seeking a capable candidate to serve as a liaison with customers and coordinate resources for construction and maintenance projects. The role involves ensuring correct materials and manpower, leading multiple projects, and performing simple design tasks while supporting complex plans.

The position emphasizes field activity, safety compliance, and interdepartmental collaboration to deliver projects on schedule.