Construction Representative, Transmission at Eversource Energy

Indian Orchard, Massachusetts, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

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Utilities, Energy, Power TransmissionIndustries

Requirements

Located in Western Massachusetts
Experience in construction field management and inspection for transmission lines and substations
Ability to supervise Transmission Construction Representatives
Knowledge of project plans, specifications, codes, state/local siting conditions, contract documents, environmental regulations, and safety regulations
Ability to work with Project Managers, Engineering, Scheduling, Contract Administration, Transmission Group managers, CONVEX, Legal, Purchasing, and field staff
Capability to manage onsite oversight of transmission and distribution facilities
Willingness to work extended hours during certain phases of construction projects
Ability to provide storm/ERP support as required

Responsibilities

Oversee all aspects of construction field management and inspection for transmission lines and substations in Connecticut and Massachusetts
Supervise Transmission Construction Representatives
Ensure safe and timely completion of work meeting Eversource's quality standards
Ensure compliance with environmental programs, policies, rules, and regulations
Direct safety awareness and compliance initiatives; monitor safety and environmental performance of contractors
Observe and inspect construction contractors to ensure adherence to specifications, codes, regulations, and standards
Manage contract field construction and maintenance activities in accordance with project documents, engineering practices, laws, and industry standards
Perform safety observations to ensure contractor compliance with Eversource safety standards
Provide daily reports to Construction management on project progress, cost, schedule, procurement issues, safety/environmental concerns, design questions, and potential impacts
Attend, participate in, and lead scheduled project meetings
Review project material requirements, identify unordered items, and coordinate material delivery to sites
Request and hold NRAs (Non-Reclose Agreements)
Review, request, and approve written switching instructions and hold clearances
Provide substation escort for non-qualified individuals
Validate contractor timesheets, invoices, and change orders/change management
Act as a mentor/trainer to other department members
Attend meetings and project updates with customers as appropriate
Handle project reconciliations and close-out activities
Interface with stakeholder and outreach coordination team to ensure adherence to non-regulatory commitments
Support storm/ERP as required
Conduct onsite construction briefings and prepare reports on project status, schedule, and uncertainties

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Construction InspectionTransmission LinesSubstationsSafety ComplianceEnvironmental RegulationsContractor OversightProject ManagementField SupervisionStakeholder CoordinationRegulatory Compliance

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position remote or does it require on-site work?

The role requires being located in Western Massachusetts and involves on-site oversight of construction activities for transmission lines and substations.

What salary or compensation does this role offer?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What are the key skills or experiences needed for this position?

Key requirements include experience in construction field management and inspection, knowledge of environmental regulations and safety standards, ability to manage contractors, and skills in project oversight, reporting, and stakeholder coordination.

What is the team structure for this role?

The role directly supervises Transmission Construction Representatives and works closely with Project Managers, Engineering, Scheduling, Contract Administration, other Transmission Group managers, and field staff.

What makes a strong candidate for this Construction Representative role?

Strong candidates have experience overseeing transmission line and substation projects, ensuring contractor compliance with safety and environmental standards, managing field construction, and providing detailed project reporting while driving safety initiatives.