Electrical Construction Superintendent (Distribution & Transmission)

Our major client in the Oil & Gas industry is seeking an Electrical Construction Superintendent to work within their facilities located in Carlsbad, NM for an initial 12-month assignment (subject to extension).

Summary:

Coordinates and facilitates the construction of distribution lines. Responsible for meeting the safety, quality, scope, schedule, and financial objectives of distribution construction projects.

Job Responsabilities:

• Manages contractor safety, work progress and completion
• Coordinates field activities for electric distribution projects.
• During construction processes, supports and coordinates project execution.
• Supports the project accountability for permanent in-service date.
• Performs field inspections, lead crews and documents findings to ensure compliance with complex material, equipment, or design specifications
• Undertakes special assignments as directed
• Ability to recognize and address safety issues on-site
• Inspects and monitors the installation of Distribution lines and equipment.
• Supports the scheduling and prioritizing of work to meet deadlines
• Provides field support for the design and construction of electric distribution facilities
• Coordinates field activities for electric distribution projects which may include but not limited to field inspections , job site readiness and obtaining required permits
• Reviews and supports post construction material reconciliation, as-built design, and contractor labor accuracy per approved design
• Extensive knowledge of applicable OSHA, NEC, NESC, DOT, CFR
• Makes sure work is performed in compliance with safety guidelines, company policies and procedures, work standards.
• Ability to manage, coordinate, plan, & organize several concurrent complex project and activities under required time constraints
• In-depth knowledge and understanding of right of way terms.
• Ability to read and interpret complex electrical and construction designs
• In-depth understanding of construction methods, techniques, standards, and equipment required for construction of electric distribution systems
• Experience in dealing with critical situations with minimal or no direction from supervisors
• When acting in a leadership capacity, recognize and define objectives requiring action by the group

Skills/ Qualifications:

• Have completed a qualified apprenticeship program, and possess a journeyman Lineman certification.
• Have experience managing and running distribution crews.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports.
• Ability to promote team performance by demonstrating a positive attitude, self-motivation and flexibility
• Ability to apply risk analysis.
• Apply electrical, civil, or mechanical engineering knowledge to assist with design and field issue resolution in support of current Design Engineering requirements and PE Sealing Process.
• Ability to coordinate field changes, material or equipment delivery/inspections, and ensure work is performed in compliance with safety guidelines.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Works independently and applies knowledge to project plans and designs; coordinates very complex projects, assignments, and tasks associated with the installation of distribution facilities.
• Ability to recognize and address safety issues on-site.

Schedule: 5 days - 12 hours per day