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Title: Construction Manager

Location: Binghamton, NY

Pay Range: $101,400 - $126,700

Schedule: Hybrid

Job Summary:

Scope of Work - Main duties, settings, geography, reporting

relationships, and other relationships:

The Construction Manager is responsible for coordinating construction

and commissioning (functional testing included) activities between

several projects, with objectives of safety, quality, timeliness and

cost effective completion on behalf of the Affiliates of AVANGRID

located in Maine, New York and Connecticut.

Major Roles and Responsibilities:

• Provide management and responsibility for performance of Field

Construction Managers for the construction and commissioning of electric

lines and substation projects.

• Determines the contract resource requirements, service

specifications and manages contractor performance

• Work with Field Construction Managers related to coordination of

field inspections and sign offs for construction projects including

environmental or agricultural

• Ensure all functional testing is complete at job sites in

preparation of commissioning of the facilities.

• Manage performance of outsourced Construction companies to ensure

adherence to safety, quality, schedules, budgets, cost effective means

and methods.

• Ensure projects are delivered on time and under budget

• Develop, review, and evaluate contracts and agreements affecting

the project execution and functional area operations and make

appropriate recommendations.

• Responsible to ensure compliance with permit conditions.

• Lead resolution in a timely manner to proactively resolve

problems and coordinate activities with the field construction managers.

• Responsible to works with project team ensure that construction

management is integrated into the planning, scheduling, cost tracking,

construction, installation, sequencing and testing and commissioning,

and acceptance activities.

• Ensure Field Construction Managers obtain all construction

materials and material handling plans are established and properly

managed and reported.

• Responsible for the coordination of construction schedules with

the other functional areas within the company.

• Provides constructability feedback on electrical, mechanical,

protection and civil construction standards.

• Research, recommend, and implement changes as necessary to be

aligned with AVANGRID Standards and Business Area goals and objectives.

• Responsible for timely resolution of disputes and prioritize

business requirements to ensure projects are completed on time and under

budget.

• Provide accurate inputs related to the budget process to

providing field estimates, resource needs, and oversight of the

construction budget.

• Participate in the construction projects negotiations and joint

planning efforts with other utilities.

• Lead overall site activities address or remedy electrical system

emergencies as necessary.

• Proactively identify construction risk during the planning,

execution and construction phases and eliminate risks and execute risk

mitigation plans.

• Perform special studies, alternatives and risk analyses and cost

estimates as necessary.

• Adhere to company policies, programs and procedures as well as

Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP), Federal Energy Regulatory

Commission (FERC), North American Electric Reliability Corporation

(NERC), New England and New York Independent System Operators

• Safety: Maintain safety awareness and ensure contractors comply

with all safety policies, practices, and procedures to assure a safe

working environment at the construction site. Properly wear and care for

applicable safety gear and equipment. Identify and communicate unsafe

conditions to Contractors, Project Manager and assure safety concerns

and issues are resolved.

• Ensure all field construction managers are managing the project

and construction resources within the schedule and budget.

Job Requirements:

Skills/Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of construction management practices

applicable to electrical utility lines and substation construction

including commissioning of electrical equipment.

• Extensive knowledge of interconnected electrical system

operations.

• Knowledge of government regulations, including OSHA, NESC, NEC

and industry codes affecting electric utilities.

• Knowledge of contract preparation, negotiations and

administration.

• Working knowledge of budget preparation and administration.

• Demonstrated ability to make competent decisions in emergency

situations.

• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret mechanical/electrical

drawings, and technical manuals.

• Excellent written and verbal communications, including

correspondence, reports, and other business documents.

• Working knowledge of best practices in safety policies and

procedures.

• Effective leadership Skills

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills

• Results oriented

Experience/Training:

• Microsoft Office Suite

• Must have a valid Driver's License

• Must be willing to travel to construction sites on a day to day

basis, attend meetings

Required Education:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering or Construction Management with 7

years relevant experience preferred. Associates Degree with a minimum of

10 years relevant experience or High School/GED with the completion of

the relevant progression program and 15 years relevant experience

required.

• A minimum of 5 years of progressive related electric utility

industry experience, with electric line or substation facilities

construction management experience preferred. 3 years experience in a

supervisory capacity preferred.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a medical Fit for Duty exam, background check, references, drug screen, verification of legal right to work in the U.S., and in some cases, a credit check. A credit check will be administered when a prospective employee will be working in Finance, Accounting, Treasury or where duties may involve handling of funds, accounts or cash. A Motor Vehicle (MVR) check will be administered when a prospective employee will be regularly using a company vehicle. Avangrid Renewables is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, status as an individual with a disability, or any other status or class protected by federal or state law.

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Minimum Salary: 101400.00 Maximum Salary: 126700.00 Salary Unit: Yearly