Regional Transmission Project Lead

Great River Energy; Elk River (MN); On-site; USD 105,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle provided

Competitive benefits

Retirement plan

Professional development

Job summary

Great River Energy in Elk River, MN seeks a Regional Project Representative to lead and inspect contractor activities on regional transmission line and substation projects valued at $25 million and up.

You will coordinate field inspectors, ensure compliance with GRE, NESC, and NERC standards, manage safety and schedules, and communicate progress to stakeholders. A technical degree and 10+ years in the electric utility sector are preferred.

Qualifications

• Two-year technical degree in civil/electrical/construction management or related coursework.
• 10+ years of experience in the electric utility industry.
• Project management experience preferred.
• Experience overseeing and directing contractors performing both transmission and substation construction is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute and document final compliance checks for GRE, NESC, and NERC standards.
• Manage contractor resources to ensure projects are completed on schedule.
• Coordinate field inspectors and set daily work directions.
• Ensure designs meet standards and propose cost-saving alternatives.
• Oversee safety practices and ISO 14001 processes.
• Audit invoices and approve with correct accounts.
• Coordinate and work with engineering to resolve design issues.
• Keep supervisor informed with documentation and recommendations.

Skills

Project management

Contractor supervision

Transmission design knowledge

Safety codes knowledge

Communication skills

MS Office / Outlook

Education

Two-year technical degree in civil/electrical/construction management or related coursework

Line technician certification program

Job description

Great River Energy in Elk River, MN seeks a Regional Project Representative to lead and inspect contractor activities on regional transmission line and substation projects valued at $25 million and up.

You will coordinate field inspectors, ensure compliance with GRE, NESC, and NERC standards, manage safety and schedules, and communicate progress to stakeholders. A technical degree and 10+ years in the electric utility sector are preferred.