Substation Lead Technician (Electrical Utility Projects)

Houston Dose; League City (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life & Disability

401(k)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

Energy Erectors, Inc. is seeking a Substation Foreman to supervise and support day-to-day substation construction activities. This hands-on leadership role requires experienced professionals who thrive in dynamic field environments and are able to manage teams across multiple sites.

The position involves travel with per diem available and oversight of projects up to 500 kV. Join a Fortune 500 company with a long-standing industry presence and a commitment to delivering critical infrastructure

Qualifications

• Experience supervising electrical or substation construction projects.
• Ability to anticipate constructability challenges and integrate solutions into project plans.
• Strong organizational and leadership skills to manage people and resources effectively.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate all construction activities on assigned projects
• Execute and maintain the project plan to schedule and budget
• Track progress, generate weekly reports, and maintain 3-week lookaheads
• Ensure quality of workmanship and materials meets project standards
• Conduct project meetings with team members and management as needed
• Review plans, resolve issues proactively, and advise Foreman on potential risks
• Enforce site-specific plans and safety protocols in line with EEI's culture
• Submit weekly timesheets to payroll and maintain daily job diary
• Perform duties at all levels of the project—from Groundman to Leadman

Skills

Substation construction supervision

Leadership

Team coordination

Job description

Substation Lead Technician (Electrical Utility Projects)

Travel-Based Role Per Diem Available

Full-Time

Required Medium and High Voltage Electrical Experience Is NON-NEGOTIABLE

Lead the Teams Building the Energy of Tomorrow

Energy Erectors, Inc. (EEI) is a leader in transmission and substation construction, delivering projects up to 500 kV across the U.S. With over 30 years of experience and as part of MasTec (NYSE: MTZ), a Fortune 500 company, we provide world-class solutions in power delivery.

We are seeking a Substation Foreman to supervise and support day-to-day substation construction activities. This role is hands-on and requires leadership in both planning and execution- perfect for an experienced professional who thrives in dynamic field environments.

What You'll Do

• Supervise and coordinate all construction activities on assigned projects
• Execute and maintain the project plan to schedule and budget
• Track progress, generate weekly reports, and maintain 3-week lookaheads
• Ensure quality of workmanship and materials meets project standards
• Conduct project meetings with team members and management as needed
• Review plans, resolve issues proactively, and advise Foreman on potential risks
• Enforce site-specific plans and safety protocols in line with EEI's culture
• Submit weekly timesheets to payroll and maintain daily job diary
• Perform duties at all levels of the project-from Groundman to Leadman

What We're Looking For

Minimum Requirements:

• Experience supervising electrical or substation construction projects
• Ability to anticipate constructability challenges and integrate solutions into project plans
• Strong organizational and leadership skills to manage people and resources effectively

Preferred:

• Valid State Class A driver's license and/or commercial driver's license
• OSHA 30 certification

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Work primarily outdoors in all weather conditions (heat, cold, rain, snow, wind)
• Frequent bending, squatting, kneeling, climbing, twisting, lifting, and pushing/pulling
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs
• Clear vision and precise hand-eye coordination for field tasks
• Physically active and able to move safely across construction sites

Why Join Energy Erectors?

• Be part of a Fortune 500 company working on critical infrastructure
• Competitive benefits package: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Work on high-profile electrical utility projects nationwide
• Supportive and purpose-driven company culture
• Opportunity to lead teams and develop your career

Equal Opportunity Employer

EEI is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate on any protected basis and prohibit harassment in the workplace.