Construction Manager

We are currently seeking qualified candidates for consideration to fill an open Construction Manager - Substations position in our Program Management Services Division. This position will be located at our Client's Binghamton, NY office.

The Program Management Services Division at LaBella provides comprehensive management services for complex projects and multi-year capital programs. Project teams are established to provide a customized mix of business consulting, project management, financial control and monitoring, administrative, and technical support services.

The Construction Manager will be responsible for managing and overseeing assigned work and coordinating the daily activities of assigned contractor crews/locations to assure high standards of safety, security, environmental compliance. This position will be required to coordinate with a multi-disciplined team including the Project Manager, Scheduler, Document Control and contractors to effectively manage client construction requirements. As a construction manager, responsibilities include Safety, Contractor and Client interfacing, QMS, QA/QC, Materials Management and Constructability Reviews.

Salary Range: $80,000 - $119,000
The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location.

Responsibilities

Responsible for management and performance of Field Construction Managers for the construction of electric substations, transmission lines, generation upgrades and other projects

Determine contract resource requirements, service specifications and manage contractor performance

Manage activities related to coordination of field inspection and sign offs for construction projects.

Monitor and evaluate activities of outsourced Construction companies to ensure adherence to safety, quality, schedules and budgets, cost effectiveness and control, and results

Develop, review and evaluate contracts and agreements affecting the project execution and functional area operations and make appropriate recommendations

Collaborate with management staff to resolve problems and coordinate activities with the field construction managers

Ensure that construction management is integrated into the planning, scheduling, cost tracking, construction, installation, and testing and acceptance activities

Ensure Field Construction Managers obtain all construction materials and material handling plans are established and managed

Coordinate the transmission substations and lines construction schedules with the other functional areas within the company

Provide constructability feedback on electrical, mechanical, protection and civil construction standards

Research, recommend and implement changes as necessary to be aligned with AVANGRID Standards and Business Area goals and objectives

Collaborate with other business organizations, contractors and subject matter experts to resolve disputes and prioritize business requirements

Participate in the ongoing budget process to provide items, manpower, and control of the construction budget

Participate in the transmission facilities construction projects negotiations and joint planning efforts with other utilities

Help lead and collaborate the activities to address or remedy substation and lines transmission system emergencies as necessary

Identify construction risk during the planning, execution and construction phases and prepare risk mitigation plans.

Adhere to company policies, programs and procedures as well as Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP), Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), North American Electric

Reliability Corporation (NERC), New England Independent System Operator

Safety: Maintain safety awareness and ensure contractors comply with all safety policies, practices, and procedures to assure a safe working environment at the construction site. Properly wear and care for applicable safety gear and equipment. Identify and communicate unsafe conditions to Contractors, Project Manager and assure safety concerns and issues are resolved.

Ensure all field construction managers are managing the project and construction resources within the schedule and budget.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent education with 7 years relevant experience required.

A minimum of ten (10) years of progressive related electric utility industry experience, with substation related construction management experience preferred.

Five (5) years' experience in a supervisory capacity preferred

Microsoft Word and Microsoft Project or Equivalent

Must have a valid Driver's License

Must be willing to travel to construction sites on a day to day basis, attend meetings.

Competencies

Understand and apply construction safety, environmental, quality, and security regulations

Understand and apply LaBella, Client, National and International standards

Understand and apply LaBella and Client processes, policies, and standard operating procedures

Able to thoroughly document observations, incidents, and required actions

Process Driven

Self-motivated

Attention to Detail

Effective written communicator

Effective verbal communicator

Dynamic problem solving and conflict mitigation skills

Proactive Project Management

Team Leader

Team Motivator

Skilled Negotiator

Benefits

Body, mind, and wallet-LaBella's benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

Flexible Work Schedule

Health/Dental Insurance

401k Plan with Employer Match

Short & Long Term Disability

Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

Leadership Development Program

Fitness Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral Bonus Program

Wellness Program

Team Building Events

Community Service Events