Senior Construction Manager: Utility Grid & Substation

Utilities Service, LLC; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Asplundh Engineering Services (AES) seeks a Senior Construction Manager in the United States to lead large-scale electric utility projects, oversee schedules and budgets, and ensure safety and quality. The role emphasizes contractor coordination, stakeholder management, and risk mitigation across transmission, distribution, substations, and grid modernization.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of electric utility construction experience, strong leadership, and a track record of delivering

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive construction management experience in the electric utility industry.
• Experience leading multiple contractors and project teams.
• Proven track record managing multi-million-dollar capital projects.
• Strong knowledge of utility construction standards and safety programs.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead construction execution of transmission, distribution, substation, and grid projects.
• Ensure safety compliance and regulatory adherence.
• Manage schedules, budgets, and quality metrics.
• Mentor construction managers and field personnel.
• Support business development initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Conflict resolution

MS Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Asplundh Engineering Services (AES) seeks a Senior Construction Manager in the United States to lead large-scale electric utility projects, oversee schedules and budgets, and ensure safety and quality. The role emphasizes contractor coordination, stakeholder management, and risk mitigation across transmission, distribution, substations, and grid modernization.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of electric utility construction experience, strong leadership, and a track record of delivering