Transmission Line Construction Manager

Las Vegas, NV | Utility-Scale Transmission Projects – Build the Future of Power Infrastructure

About the role

We are seeking a Transmission Line Construction Manager to serve as the on-site leader for complex transmission line projects. In this high-impact role, you'll be the essential link between field operations and project management, ensuring projects are executed safely, efficiently, on schedule, and to the highest quality standards. If you're a seasoned construction leader who thrives in the field, drives project success, and has a passion for building critical energy infrastructure, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison between field operations and project management.
• Drive field-level project success from mobilization through completion.
• Ensure all construction activities align with contract requirements, project specifications, and company standards.
• Lead project kickoff meetings, site orientations, and contractor onboarding activities.
• Establish clear expectations for contractors and internal teams regarding safety, quality, schedule, and performance.
• Promote and maintain a culture of zero injuries.
• Review, understand, and enforce contractor safety plans and site-specific safety requirements.
• Conduct safety assessments, CILs, and field observations using systems such as Unifier.
• Partner with safety teams to improve contractor performance and address safety concerns proactively.
• Maintain a visible field presence and lead by example in all safety-related activities.
• Monitor construction activities to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, and QA/QC standards.
• Minimize rework through proactive quality inspections and oversight.
• Oversee site-specific requirements including permits, road use agreements, crossing agreements, SWPPP compliance, haul routes, and environmental commitments.
• Coordinate closely with environmental professionals to ensure regulatory compliance throughout project execution.
• Track project milestones using internal and contractor schedules, including C1 and P6 platforms.
• Monitor construction progress and approve CSU entries.
• Coordinate outage activities, crossing requirements, and construction sequencing.
• Partner with contractors to identify risks, resolve challenges, and maintain project momentum.
• Collect, verify, and maintain accurate project data independently.
• Prepare comprehensive weekly reports, QA/QC documentation, field records, and photographic evidence.
• Maintain detailed documentation to support project reporting and potential change order discussions.
• Provide project managers with timely updates, context, and recommendations for informed decision-making.
• Work closely with environmental teams, safety professionals, material expeditors, engineers, SMEs, land agents, and contractors.
• Coordinate material deliveries, inventory challenges, and vendor communication.
• Support successful landowner and stakeholder relationships while ensuring proper communication channels are maintained.
• Leverage technical experts across civil, structural, electrical, and construction disciplines to resolve field issues and optimize project outcomes.

Requirements

• Proven experience in construction management for transmission line projects or similar large-scale utility infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of contract administration and construction execution requirements.
• Demonstrated expertise in implementing and enforcing contractor safety programs.
• Experience leading project kickoffs, field orientations, and contractor coordination efforts.
• Ability to interpret and apply:
  • Construction drawings and specifications
  • Permits and regulatory requirements
  • Road use and crossing agreements
  • SWPPP documentation
  • QA/QC standards
  • Material and project schedules
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing field personnel and contractors.
• Experience using project management and documentation platforms such as Unifier or similar systems.
• Excellent reporting, documentation, and communication skills.
• Experience tracking schedules, construction progress, and project performance metrics.
• Knowledge of environmental compliance requirements and field implementation.
• Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders while maintaining accountability for safety, quality, schedule, and cost performance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting major utility or energy-sector transmission programs.
• Familiarity with QA/QC management systems and documentation workflows.
• Experience collaborating with environmental specialists, safety professionals, and multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Experience working with land agents, landowners, and easement agreements.
• Experience supporting large-scale infrastructure growth programs.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities in complex field environments.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $65.00/hr.

Benefits

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Schedule

This is a Contract, fully onsite position based out of Las Vegas, NV.