High-Voltage Substation Construction Lead

Quanta Services, Inc.; Flowood (MS); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Electric Corporation, a Quanta Services, Inc. company, is seeking a Substation Construction Foreman to lead and manage crews in high-voltage substation projects in Mississippi.

You will oversee installation of steel structures, bus work, and major hv equipment, ensuring alignment with engineered drawings, safety standards, and customer requirements. Responsibilities include coordinating daily activities, maintaining safety discipline, reviewing drawings and schedules, and delivering

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; technical training or completion of an electrical apprenticeship preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in high-voltage substation construction, with at least 2 years in a foreman or supervisory position.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily work activities for construction crews, ensuring safety, quality, and productivity.
• Install substation steel structures, bus work, and high-voltage equipment such as breakers, CCVTs, CTs, arrestors, disconnect switches, and transformers.
• Install conduit, cable tray, wireways, and other raceway systems to support substation equipment.
• Pull and terminate power, control, and grounding cables as required for substation operation.
• Coordinate equipment deliveries, material staging, and proper use of tools and heavy equipment.
• Interpret construction drawings, one-lines, schematics, and schedules to plan and sequence work.
• Maintain crew discipline, provide on-the-job guidance, and ensure adherence to safety procedures.
• Communicate daily with project managers, engineers, and safety personnel to address issues and track progress.
• Complete daily reports and maintain accurate project documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Safety leadership

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Electrical apprenticeship

Job description

Southern Electric Corporation, a Quanta Services, Inc. company, is seeking a Substation Construction Foreman to lead and manage crews in high-voltage substation projects in Mississippi.

You will oversee installation of steel structures, bus work, and major hv equipment, ensuring alignment with engineered drawings, safety standards, and customer requirements. Responsibilities include coordinating daily activities, maintaining safety discipline, reviewing drawings and schedules, and delivering