Senior Construction Manager

Qualus

. Manage and inspect the day-to-day activities of multiple electric contractor crews for substation and transmission line projects .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeHartford • Connecticut • United StatesSenior💰 $72 - $85 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive knowledge of electric distribution and substation construction standards, safety regulations, and project management. Capable of overseeing contractor performance, ensuring compliance, and coordinating complex construction activities while maintaining safety and efficiency.

Highest-signal resume keywords

10+ Years Experience In Electric DistributionKnowledge Of OSHA RegulationsElectric Operations ManagementProficient In AS8 And MS Office SuiteAbility To Obtain Switching And Outage Authorization

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Hard Skills

Electric Infrastructure InstallationConstruction Standards CompliancePerformance Objective ManagementElectric Cable Installation OversightField Decision MakingSafety AuditsPermit CoordinationContract Document ReviewJob Performance DocumentationCustomer Coordination

Soft Skills

CommunicationLeadershipProblem-SolvingTeam CoordinationCustomer Management

Tools & Technologies

Asset Suite Safety Audit ToolMobile MapsJob/Work Management ApplicationsAtlasMS Office Suite

Industry Keywords

Electric Contractor ManagementSubstation ProjectsSafety StandardsConstruction SequencingEnvironmental Practices

Tech Stack

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage and inspect the day-to-day activities of multiple electric contractor crews for substation and transmission line projects
Facilitate electric infrastructure installation and ensure compliance with safety standards, company specifications, construction standards, and governmental regulations
Manage performance objectives for cycle time and cost
Oversee and direct contractors performing electric cable installations and electric cut-ins
Notify federal, state, and local agencies before, during, and after construction as required
Coordinate customer requirements, construction sequencing, and site readiness before construction
Maintain regular contact with contractor supervision regarding job performance and document results
Ensure contract terms and technical specifications are met
Verify key unit quantities
Make and communicate field decisions regarding job changes and document updates in information technology systems
Schedule and coordinate required electric system outages
Perform weekly crew safety audits and document performance in the Asset Suite Safety Audit/Observation Tool
Coordinate permit and work-with requirements with third-party utilities and permit agencies
Review and approve contractor-submitted documents
Communicate job status to facilitate scheduling commitments
Maintain customer coordination during construction and conduct completion walk-downs with customers and contractors
Perform storm duty assignments as needed
Report to the service center, jobsite, or remote location

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of materials, construction standards, regulations (OSHA), and safety requirements for electric distribution and substation construction
Thorough knowledge of company work, environmental, and safety practices
Working knowledge of electric operations
Ability to maintain or obtain switching and outage authorization
Thorough/in-depth knowledge of materials, construction standards, regulations (OSHA), and safety requirements for electric distribution and substation construction
Thorough knowledge of PC and job/work management applications, including AS8, Atlas, Mobile Maps, and MS Office Suite
Knowledge of distribution contracts
Ability to travel 50–75%

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Retirement Savings Plans, including employer matching where applicable
Flexible Spending and/or Health Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
Parental Leave
Paid Time Off
Company Holidays