Gas Insulated Substation Construction Support Manager

Black & Veatch Family of Companies

3d

About The Position

Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.

As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.  
By joining our BV Construction group, you will have the ability to develop and enhance your skills in an on-site, hands-on environment. We are committed to providing our construction professionals with expert training, career development, and career advancement to allow for continuous professional development. Our management is committed to the latest advances in technology, above class support and sustainability to bring our clients the best service in safety, quality, and final product. Functions in our group include safety, project field management, construction management, quality control, start up and decommissioning and field engineering.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in construction or heavy industrial experience preferred, or relevant experience.
• 3+ years of construction management experience.
• All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred; 4 year Bachelor Construction Management degree preferred
• Typically 8-10+ years GIS Substation construction or construction management and/or design experience in similar facility construction
• Bids and proposal experience is preferred.
• Gas Insulated Substation construction experience is preferred.
• Preferred Skills: Knowledge of cost control, scheduling, engineering drawings and other documents. Ability to do material takeoffs, field estimates. Communication skills. Organizational skills. Safety regulations. Dealing with ambiguity. Problem Solving. Supervisory skills. Contract administration. Ability to understand craft activities / dynamics. Advanced Excel Skills

Responsibilities

• Help lead bids and proposals for Gas Insulated Substation construction and provide pre-construction support upon award.
• Will take GIS proposals from Mobilization Phase to Construction Complete phase.
• Will oversee all GIS projects under your portfolio.
• Works with our EH&S group to develop and maintain safety program associated with GIS Substation Construction activities.
• Assists our construction staff with Craft Training and Certification program for craft employees.
• Assist in development of GIS Construction procedures and quality programs associated with the Construction of GIS substation work.
• Identifies and supports the sourcing of tooling and equipment necessary for the installation of substation.
• Identifies and supports the recruiting of craft and leadership associated with the project work.
• Supports substation project proposals including development of staffing, equipment, and other direct and indirect quantities and costs to support estimate development.
• Assists and participates in design constructability reviews.
• Supports subcontract developments for projects as needed.
• Active involvement in project risk reviews including identifying and developing mitigation plans associated with Substation Construction.
• Assists site team in resolving problems and reports on issues related to drawings and information, schedule, quality, quantity tracking, cost reporting, and safety.  
• Monitors discipline construction productivity, progress, and cost, and reports to Operations Manager, Construction Manager and Project Controls Manager.
• Takes necessary actions to maintain targets. 
• Develops corrective plan to ensure progress and productivity targets are met.
• Assists team with the required equipment, material, manpower and resources needed to support the Project Schedule.
• Supports the team in reviewing our as sold construction budget, preparing the project execution plan, Job Hazard Analysis, and overall project setup.
• Adheres to safety and quality standards as applicable to duties and accountabilities.
• Supports continuous improvement efforts and the change management effects associated with the implementation of improvements.

Benefits

• Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program.
• To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.
• A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company-matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.
• We are proud to be a 100 percent ESOP-owned company. As employee-owners, our professionals are empowered to drive not only their personal growth, but the company's long-term achievements - and they share in the financial rewards of the success through stock ownership.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level