Onsite Power Delivery Construction Lead, Safety-Focused

Summit Underground Services; Chalmette (LA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

HSA and FSA options

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Company-paid holidays

Short and long-term disability

Job summary

United Utility Services is seeking a Construction Manager to oversee power distribution projects across field operations, coordinating with Project Managers to ensure safety and quality throughout all phases. The role emphasizes on-site leadership, schedule control, and client communication.

The position is office-based at least four days a week and requires strong knowledge of OSHA standards, QA/QC practices, and subcontractor management to deliver projects on time and within scope.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, construction management, finance or related field.
• Minimum 1-3 years of experience in power distribution, construction, or project management.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Proficiency in project management software and MS Office Suite.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and industry standards.
• Highly skilled in Excel, Microsoft Project, P6 Scheduling, and other PM tools.

Responsibilities

• Dedicated site leadership and daily onsite accountability.
• Oversee day-to-day distribution construction and subcontractor activities.
• Ensure safety ownership and OSHA compliance.
• Maintain construction schedule and progress tracking.
• Ensure QA/QC and turnover documentation.
• Interface with Owner and lead coordination meetings.
• Subcontractor management and site administration.

Skills

Excellent communication

Strong organizational skills

Multitasking abilities

Knowledge of safety regulations

Interpersonal abilities

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, construction management, finance or related field

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Project

P6 Scheduling

MS Office Suite

Job description

United Utility Services is seeking a Construction Manager to oversee power distribution projects across field operations, coordinating with Project Managers to ensure safety and quality throughout all phases. The role emphasizes on-site leadership, schedule control, and client communication.

The position is office-based at least four days a week and requires strong knowledge of OSHA standards, QA/QC practices, and subcontractor management to deliver projects on time and within scope.