High-Voltage Substation Construction Lead

Actalent; Rayville (LA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent seeks a Substation Construction Manager for a multiyear project in Rayville/Delhi, LA, leading construction and commissioning of a high‑voltage substation for a large data center. You will drive subcontractor performance, ensure safety, quality, and schedule, and report progress to stakeholders.

The role oversees up to 25 field personnel, requires 50+ hours weekly, and offers per diem. Long‑term opportunities exist across a growing utility footprint with multiple future projects.

Qualifications

• Proven substation construction management experience including oversight of construction and commissioning activities.
• Experience managing electrical distribution and power delivery construction projects.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and coordinate subcontractor crews in the field.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage subcontractor crews in construction and commissioning of a high‑voltage substation.
• Drive subcontractor performance to meet production, quality, safety, and schedule targets.
• Oversee day‑to‑day field activities and ensure adherence to plans.

Skills

Substation construction management

Field leadership

Reading construction drawings

Safety & QA/QC

Reporting & documentation

Overtime capable

Tools

Construction software

Job description

Actalent seeks a Substation Construction Manager for a multiyear project in Rayville/Delhi, LA, leading construction and commissioning of a high‑voltage substation for a large data center. You will drive subcontractor performance, ensure safety, quality, and schedule, and report progress to stakeholders.

The role oversees up to 25 field personnel, requires 50+ hours weekly, and offers per diem. Long‑term opportunities exist across a growing utility footprint with multiple future projects.