Supervisor, Construction (Construction Management, Transmission) at Eversource Energy

Westwood, 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, ConstructionIndustries

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Applied Science, Engineering, Finance, Business, or equivalent
Minimum of 5-10 years of construction, maintenance, or related experience (Energy Delivery and transmission experience preferred)
Supervisory experience of both non-bargaining unit and bargaining unit employees preferred
Detailed knowledge of transmission construction
Thorough knowledge of applicable work practices and procedures, and safety requirements
Detailed knowledge of transmission power system operations, maintenance, and construction
Good human resource management and business planning skills
Working knowledge of information technology and Eversource's office automation and information systems
Good written and oral communications ability
Valid motor vehicle driver's license
Availability for system-wide on-call responsibilities, emergency restoration assignments, and travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary

Responsibilities

Supervise all aspects of construction field management activities for substations and transmission lines using contractor resources
Supervise Transmission Construction Representatives
Work with Project Managers, Engineering, Scheduling, Contract Administration, other Transmission Group managers, and field staff to ensure safe, timely completion of work meeting Eversource's quality standards
Manage all aspects of the construction phase of projects relative to cost, productivity, schedule, best practices, and Eversource Policies and Procedures
Ensure compliance with environmental programs, policies, rules, and regulations
Direct safety awareness and compliance initiatives within the department
Monitor the safety and environmental performance of contractors
Promote teamwork among and between all members of the Transmission and Distribution organizations and other internal groups
Direct efforts to achieve world-class excellence in safe work practices and safety performance
Respond to emergency situations as part of every employee's role, including emergency restoration assignments

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Construction ManagementTransmission LinesSubstationsField SupervisionContractor ManagementSafety ComplianceEnvironmental RegulationsProject SchedulingQuality AssuranceInspection Processes

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the location for this Supervisor, Construction role?

The position is located in Eastern Massachusetts.

What salary or compensation does this position offer?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What are the key skills and experience required for this role?

Candidates need detailed knowledge of transmission construction, thorough knowledge of work practices, safety requirements, and transmission power system operations, plus good human resource management, business planning, communication skills, and familiarity with IT systems. A Bachelor's degree in Applied Science, Engineering, Finance, Business or equivalent is required, along with 5-10 years of construction, maintenance, or related experience.

What does the team structure look like for this position?

You will directly supervise Transmission Construction Representatives and work with Project Managers, Engineering, Scheduling, Contract Administration, other Transmission Group managers, and field staff.

What makes a strong candidate for this supervisor role?

Strong candidates will have 5-10 years of construction or related experience, preferably in energy delivery and transmission, supervisory experience with both non-bargaining and bargaining unit employees, and a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.