Senior Construction Manager, Electric Utilities Grid

Asplundh Engineering Services; New Britain (CT); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Asplundh Engineering Services (AES) seeks a Senior Construction Manager to lead large-scale electric utility projects, including transmission, distribution, substations, and grid modernization, with emphasis on safety, schedule, and budget. You will drive project execution and foster strong client relationships in North America.

You will mentor teams, coordinate multiple contractors, and manage risk while ensuring quality standards in active field environments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive construction management experience within the electric utility industry.
• Extensive experience leading transmission, distribution, substation, or utility infrastructure construction projects.
• Proven success managing complex, multi-million-dollar capital projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the construction execution of large-scale transmission, distribution, substation, and grid modernization projects.
• Champion safety excellence and ensure regulatory, environmental, and company requirements are met.
• Oversee contractor performance, project schedules, budgets, and quality metrics.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with utility clients and project stakeholders.
• Identify and mitigate project risks while driving successful outcomes.
• Review construction plans, specifications, and project documentation for constructability and compliance.
• Mentor construction managers and field personnel.
• Provide leadership during project commissioning, energization, and closeout activities.
• Support strategic planning, process improvement, and business growth initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Conflict resolution

Risk management

Project scheduling

Team leadership

Communication

Travel readiness

Safety compliance

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Job description

Asplundh Engineering Services (AES) seeks a Senior Construction Manager to lead large-scale electric utility projects, including transmission, distribution, substations, and grid modernization, with emphasis on safety, schedule, and budget. You will drive project execution and foster strong client relationships in North America.

You will mentor teams, coordinate multiple contractors, and manage risk while ensuring quality standards in active field environments.