High-Voltage Substation Foreman: Lead Crews & Safety

Southern Electric Corporation; Flowood (MS); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Electric Corporation is seeking a Substation Construction Foreman in Mississippi to lead and supervise crews in the installation of high‑voltage substations, bus work, and related systems. You will ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence while coordinating deliveries and interpreting complex drawings.

The role requires 5+ years in HV substation construction with at least 2 years in a foreman or supervisory position, plus a strong focus on safety and team leadership.

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

Crew leadership

High-voltage substation

Safety compliance

Construction supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Electrical apprenticeship preferred

Technical training

Job description

Southern Electric Corporation is seeking a Substation Construction Foreman in Mississippi to lead and supervise crews in the installation of high‑voltage substations, bus work, and related systems. You will ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence while coordinating deliveries and interpreting complex drawings.

The role requires 5+ years in HV substation construction with at least 2 years in a foreman or supervisory position, plus a strong focus on safety and team leadership.