Distribution Construction Manager

Job Title: Distribution Construction Manager

Job location is southern Louisiana and Per Diem is available for travel.

Job Description

We are seeking seven skilled Construction Managers to oversee the Resiliency Program in the Greater New Orleans area. This role involves driving subcontractor performance and leading teams to build distribution systems throughout New Orleans and Jefferson Parish. As a Construction Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring overall production and quality of the job while managing a team of up to 25 individuals.

Responsibilities

• Drive and oversee subcontractor performance.
• Lead subcontractor and internal crews in building distribution systems.
• Ensure overall production and quality of the job and the crew.
• Manage a team of upwards of 25 people at a time.
• Ensure construction subcontractors execute work according to safety, quality, reporting, contract, standards, change management, risk management, and schedule requirements.
• Facilitate proper communication with the project team and stakeholders.
• Conduct standardized reporting and appropriate construction meetings.

Essential Skills

• Substation Construction Management expertise.
• Distribution Construction Management experience.
• Proficiency in electrical distribution and power delivery.
• Experience in construction document management and QA/QC.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Entergy project experience is a plus.
• Knowledge in transmission, safety, electrical, and project management construction.
• Strong computer and reporting skills.

Work Environment

The work schedule includes 10-hour workdays for 5 days, with 7 days of per diem. Future project work is a viable option due to the company's growing footprint within Entergy and other utilities. Holidays and PTO are offered. The project will last for a year, primarily in the field, coordinating the work of subcontractor crews, with hours generally exceeding 50 per week.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $60.00/hr.

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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Covington,LA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 17, 2025.

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