Manager Construction Management

atcllc; City of Pewaukee (WI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

ATC is seeking a seasoned construction leader to oversee transmission line and substation projects, guiding field teams and ensuring safety, quality, and schedule adherence. You will manage contractor performance and balance scope with cost to deliver reliable grid infrastructure for communities.

Develop people, mentor construction professionals, and collaborate with Engineering, Project Management, Operations, and Safety leaders to drive practical solutions and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in construction management, utility infrastructure delivery, or project management.
• 3+ years of people leadership experience.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Experience balancing safety, schedule, budget, and quality.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction management staff on overhead transmission line, underground transmission line, and substation projects.
• Ensure contractors meet technical specifications, contract requirements, safety expectations, and quality standards.
• Coordinate field execution activities across multiple projects and stakeholders.
• Balance safety, schedule, budget, and quality to drive successful project delivery.

Skills

Construction management

Leadership

Safety leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

Job description

Summary of Responsibilities:

Lead the Safe Delivery of the Energy Infrastructure Our Communities Depend On

At ATC, the reliability of the electric grid starts long before a transmission line is energized. It begins with strong leadership in the field, high‑performing teams, trusted contractor partnerships, and an unwavering commitment to safety.

Essential Responsibilities:

What You’ll Do

Lead Construction Execution

• Oversee construction management staff supporting overhead transmission line, underground transmission line, and substation projects.


• Ensure contractors meet technical specifications, contract requirements, safety expectations, and quality standards.


• Coordinate field execution activities across multiple projects and stakeholders.


• Drive successful project delivery while balancing safety, schedule, budget, and quality objectives.

Develop People & Teams

• Coach, mentor, and develop a team of construction professionals.


• Provide performance feedback, growth opportunities, and leadership support.


• Create clear expectations and accountability across internal and external resources.


• Build an engaged, high-performing, and safety-focused team culture.

Strengthen Contractor Performance

• Lead oversight of contractors, consultants, outside firms, and alliance partners.


• Establish clear expectations and performance measures.


• Promote safe work practices and operational excellence.


• Ensure contractual obligations and project deliverables are achieved.

Partner Across the Enterprise

• Collaborate with Engineering, Project Management, Operations, Safety, Environmental, Commissioning, and Local Distribution Company leadership.


• Help develop practical construction solutions that consider environmental, operational, customer, and landowner impacts.


• Promote best practices and continuous improvement across project portfolios.

Champion Safety

• Serve as a visible safety leader.


• Reinforce a culture where every employee and contractor goes home safely.


• Identify and address risks proactively.


• Lead confidently during emergency and incident response situations.

What You’ll Bring

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field. Combinations of education and equivalent experience will be considered.


• 5 + years of progressively responsible experience in construction management, construction oversight, utility infrastructure delivery, project management, or transmission or substation engineering.


• 3+ years of people leadership experience.


• Experience leading internal teams and external resources.


• Strong communication, relationship-building, and collaboration skills.


• Proven ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.


• Demonstrated ability to make sound decisions while balancing safety, schedule, budget, and quality.

Preferred Qualifications

• Electric transmission construction management experience.


• Substation or line construction experience.


• Contractor and alliance partner management experience.


• Utility industry experience.


• Professional Engineer registration.


• Experience supporting emergency response or restoration activities.

Why ATC

• Purpose-Driven Work : We're energized by meaningful and challenging work that contributes to the greater good, from powering everyday life to grid modernization.


• People-Centric Culture : We are difference makers. We lead with trust, value collaboration, and foster a supportive environment where people grow, contribute openly, and make a difference.


• Flexibility & Balance : Our work environment encourages autonomy, connection, and choice with accountability.


• Growth & Development : Curiosity, coaching, and engagement fuel careers. We invest in our people through cross-functional opportunities, skill-building, and assignments that stretch potential and build careers.


• Comprehensive Rewards : Compensation, benefits, and well-being offerings are thoughtfully and competitively designed to support employees' unique needs.


• Reliable Innovation : Grounded in the communities we serve, we play a critical role in powering the grid, with the agility to innovate, lead, and drive progress in a time of transformational change in the industry.


• A Shared Future : We commit to creating an environment where people can do their best work, thrive, and drive success for our customers and stakeholders, delivering a lasting impact for all.

Join our Great Place to Work, where we build and operate the power grid that enables modern life, and where every role contribute