Transmission Line and Substation Construction Manager - Western Pennsylvania, Eastern Ohio

ORBITAL Engineering Inc.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Orbital Engineering Inc. is seeking a Construction Manager for Electric Utilities to join the Project Management Team based in Pittsburgh, PA.

The role involves managing transmission substation and line projects across Western Pennsylvania and Eastern Ohio, with travel to sites as required. Responsibilities include ensuring safety, driving tasks to completion, coordinating meetings, managing schedules and materials, and contributing to process improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required.
• 8–10 years of construction/project management experience.
• Experience in Electric Utility Transmission and Distribution.
• Strong written and verbal communication capabilities.
• Ability to perform financial planning and forecasting.
• Proficient with scheduling software (P6) and basic computer programs (MS Office/Adobe).
• Willingness to travel and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safety compliance on site and report incidents to supervision.
• Drive project tasks to completion and manage responsibilities.
• Attend regular project meetings and track schedules, material orders, and as-builts.
• Participate in on-site field walkdowns and contribute to project goals.
• Suggest process improvements to maximize efficiency and team performance.

Skills

Strong communication

Financial planning

Self-motivated

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a Related Field

Tools

P6 scheduling software

Microsoft Office Suite

Adobe

Job description

Job Title

Transmission Line and Substation Construction Manager

Location:

Western Pennsylvania, Eastern Ohio

FLSA Classification

Exempt

Job Description:

Orbital is seeking a Construction Manager in the field of Electric Utilities to join a Project Management Team based out of our Pittsburgh, PA location. The role will entail performing various project management processes/activities through all stages, from project inception through closeout. Project types primarily include Transmission substation and line projects (greenfield, brownfield rebuilds/expansions, equipment/asset replacements/upgrades, etc.) throughout Western Pennsylvania and Eastern Ohio.

Intermittent travel will be required for on-site project meetings Monday through Friday, as dictated by project schedules. Work from home capability will be dependent on candidate experience and candidate preference.

Essential Functions

• At all times, work with team members to ensure complete compliance with all safety procedures at site. Report safety compliance issues and safety incidents to Orbital and client supervision. Work with team member / crew supervision to stop unsafe activities.
• Drive project tasks to completion. Construction Manager is expected to learn the regular responsibilities of the role and complete tasks in a timely manner as required based on project stage at his/her own discretion. Individual should be self-motivated and willing to take responsibility for all tasks.
• Host and/or attend regularly scheduled project meetings to maintain working knowledge of project status and gather information needed to complete required tasks. Construction Manager will be responsible for tasks ranging from monitoring schedule for adherence to managing material orders to completing regular project checklists to tracking project as-builts, and so on.
• Construction Manager will be expected to participate in on-site field walkdowns and must be willing and able to contribute to project goals/objectives in a group setting.
• Construction Manager will be expected to provide input to improve processes/procedures as appropriate to maximize efficiency and performance of the Project Team as a cohesive unit.
• In general, occasionally climb ladders and lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Demonstrate ability in daily task planning, strategic task planning, as well as understanding of determining priorities amongst multiple projects
• Willing to ask questions and seek training required to execute and supplement knowledge required to properly execute tasks
• Will be expected to learn and use multiple software systems as required

Other Duties

Please note that this job posting does not list all duties and responsibilities that are required of this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Related Field
• 8-10 Years Construction/Project Management Experience
• Experience in Electric Utility Transmission and Distribution
• Must exhibit strong written and verbal communication capabilities.
• Must exhibit ability to perform financial planning and forecasting
• Must be competent in basic computer programs (Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe).
• Must be competent in scheduling software (P6) and provide schedule updates as required.
• Must be organized, self-motivated, and detail oriented.
• Must be able to work well in a group setting and manage simultaneous tasks.
• Must be willing to travel as needed. Travel and lodging costs are reimbursable.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and personal vehicle to frequent construction sites.
• This position requires the ability to pass a post-offer drug (including marijuana) and alcohol test in compliance with Federal regulations and is also subject to random testing as a condition of continued employment.

Location Note:

This is an on-site or hybrid position. Compensation is based on market data and internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate’s location.

Salary Range:

$90,000 - $160,000 annually (based on experience, qualifications, and location)

Benefits:

A commitment to excellence and hard work will be rewarded with a competitive salary, career advancement opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance. Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; a 401(k)-retirement savings plan; and supplemental insurance options. We also provide company-paid life and AD&D insurance, company-paid short-term disability coverage, and a generous paid time off program to ensure you have the support and flexibility you need both professionally and personally.

About Orbital:

Since 1969, Orbital has been specializing in project development, project execution and asset management for the heavy industrial sectors and utilities. Our regional offices, hands-on mentality, and world-wide integrated teams provide an ability to leverage subject matter experts and industry best-practices wherever a project may lie geographically. Our focus steadfastly remains on finding and delivering the best solution, regardless of where that team sits across our organization. At Orbital, our power is our people.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.