Construction Manager

We are currently hiring a Construction Manager in LaBella's Program Management Services Division at our client's office.The Program Management Services Division at LaBella provides comprehensive management services for complex projects and multi-year capital programs. Project teams are established to provide a customized mix of business consulting, project management, financial control and monitoring, administrative, and technical support services.Salary Range: $80,000 - $119,000The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location.The Construction Manager is responsible for management and performance of Field Construction Managers for the construction of electric substations, transmission lines, generation upgrades and other projectsResponsibilitiesResponsible for management and performance of Field Construction Managers for the construction of electric substations, transmission lines, generation upgrades and other projectsDetermine contract resource requirements, service specifications and manage contractor performanceManage activities related to coordination of field inspection and sign offs for construction projects.Monitor and evaluate activities of outsourced Construction companies to ensure adherence to safety, quality, schedules and budgets, cost effectiveness and control, and resultsDevelop, review and evaluate contracts and agreements affecting the project execution and functional area operations and make appropriate recommendationsCollaborate with management staff to resolve problems and coordinate activities with the field construction managersEnsure that construction management is integrated into the planning, scheduling, cost tracking, construction, installation, and testing and acceptance activitiesEnsure Field Construction Managers obtain all construction materials and material handling plans are established and managedCoordinate the transmission substations and lines construction schedules with the other functional areas within the companyProvide constructability feedback on electrical, mechanical, protection and civil construction standardsResearch, recommend and implement changes as necessary to be aligned with AVANGRID Standards and Business Area goals and objectivesCollaborate with other business organizations, contractors and subject matter experts to resolve disputes and prioritize business requirementsParticipate in the ongoing budget process to provide items, manpower, and control of the construction budgetParticipate in the transmission facilities construction projects negotiations and joint planning efforts with other utilitiesHelp lead and collaborate the activities to address or remedy substation and lines transmission system emergencies as necessaryIdentify construction risk during the planning, execution and construction phases and prepare risk mitigation plans.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 Independent System OperatorSafety: 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.