Transmission Construction Representative - TCR

TechServ Engineering; Pharr (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

401K with company match

Paid Time Off including 9 company-paid holidays

Job summary

TechServ Engineering in Pharr, Texas is seeking a Transmission Construction Representative responsible for coordinating the construction of Transmission Lines and Station facilities. You will ensure compliance with Federal, State, and Local regulations while providing site management for construction projects.

Ideal candidates will have a degree in engineering or construction management, extensive experience in transmission line work, and a valid driver’s license. The role also includes reporting, safety oversight, and collaboration with project teams.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Must possess safety certifications (OSHA 30 is a plus).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate contractor duties for Transmission Lines or Station facilities.
• Review project plans for constructability.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and company standards.

Skills

Coordination of construction activities

Communication skills

Safety compliance

Project management

Computer literacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction management

ABET-accredited associate degree in electrical or civil engineering technology

High school diploma or GED with construction experience

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Job description

Overview

The Transmission Construction Representative will be responsible for performing duties and assignments associated with the construction of Transmission Lines or Transmission Station facilities. The Transmission Construction Representative will provide construction site management for the Transmission Station and/or Line construction projects to ensure compliance with Federal, State, and Local Regulations, and Client Company standards, programs, drawings, and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate contractor’s duties and assignments associated with the construction of Transmission Lines or Transmission Station Facilities.
• Review the Client Company’s Plans, Drawings, and Specifications for constructability prior to the start of construction and report potential constructability issues.
• Provide construction site coordination to ensure compliance with Federal, State, and Local Regulations, and Company standards, programs, drawings, and specifications.
• Generate standard and ad-hoc construction progress reports as requested by the client.
• Interface with Client’s databases using computer/technology skills.
• Review Drawings and Specifications.
• Outage management.
• Safety and Environmental responsibilities.
• Provide quality performance feedback on contractors, materials, and equipment.
• Material management duties related to the transmission construction coordination, inspection, receipt, and delivery of material and equipment to the construction site.
• Inspect and check materials for shortages, timeliness, damages, and correctness. Prepare reports for corrective actions and coordinate delivery of materials to the job site.
• Coordinate required outages with the responsible Operation Center and arrange for or accept Operating Orders from the Dispatching Authority as required.
• Maintain construction oversight for OSHA compliance requirements in accordance with the company’s construction compliance oversight program.
• Provide estimates as requested to authorize station or line transmission construction work by contract forces, including verification of work performed.
• Work and communicate with the Project Team to contribute to the successful completion of the project.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must currently be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or construction management (construction supervision is a plus).
• Or ABET-accredited associate degree in electrical or civil engineering technology and 2 years of experience in transmission line work or substation work (construction supervision is a plus).
• Or high school diploma or GED and 6+ years of construction experience building Electric transmission/Distribution substations and transmission lines (construction supervision is a plus).
• Computer literate: proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and related software.
• Willingness to work long hours in remote locations as required.
• Must pass a screening process (drug test, background check, and driving record check).
• First Aid/CPR training is a plus.
• OSHA 30 Certification is a plus.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance are offered.
• 401K with company match.
• Paid Time Off (vacation and 9 company-paid holidays).

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged sitting and standing are required.
• Occasional need to lift, pull, carry, and push items weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to handle stressful situations in a calm and courteous manner.
• Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and company needs.

Environmental/Working Conditions

• Ability to work extended hours, as needed.
• Ability to travel and stay out of town as required to carry out project assignments.