Substation Field Operations Leader

Quanta Services, Inc.; Caldwell (ID); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier wages

Per diem and travel pay

Medical, dental, vision, life, 401(k)

Job summary

Probst Electric Inc., a premier utility construction company and subsidiary of Quanta Services, seeks a Substation Superintendent to lead field operations on new substation projects. You will direct foremen and crews across civil, structural, and electrical scopes to deliver safe, on-schedule, and on-budget outcomes.

The role requires experience leading substation construction, strong reading of drawings and specs, and a steadfast commitment to safety and quality.

Qualifications

• Experience leading crews on transmission or distribution substation projects.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specs.
• Commitment to safe work practices and quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Lead foremen and crews in field, assign work, ensure project specs, schedule and quality.
• Plan and coordinate substation construction phases: ground grid, foundations, steel, buswork, cable installation.
• Oversee installation of equipment: breakers, metering, transformers, arresters.
• Manage manpower, equipment, materials, and subcontractors with PM and office staff.
• Review drawings and specs; communicate changes, delays, and progress to PM and customer.
• Track progress, labor hours, and quantities; support change orders and closeout.
• Uphold safety standards; conduct job briefings and trainings.

Skills

Substation leadership

Foreman/leadership

Project management

Safety leadership

Communication

Travel availability

Job description

Probst Electric Inc., a premier utility construction company and subsidiary of Quanta Services, seeks a Substation Superintendent to lead field operations on new substation projects. You will direct foremen and crews across civil, structural, and electrical scopes to deliver safe, on-schedule, and on-budget outcomes.

The role requires experience leading substation construction, strong reading of drawings and specs, and a steadfast commitment to safety and quality.