Substation Construction Supervisor

PSEG operates under a Flexible Work Model where flexible work is offered when job requirements allow. In support of this model, roles have been categorized into one of four work location categories: onsite roles, hybrid roles that are a blend of onsite and remote work, remote local roles that are primarily home-based but require some level of purpose-driven in-person interaction and living within a commutable distance, and remote non-local roles that can be effectively performed remotely with the ability to work in approved states.

We want you to be healthy, balanced, and feel secure. That's why you'll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, with a focus on supporting your whole health. Starting on day one of your employment, you'll be offered several health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, and well-being and behavioral health programs. We also offer a retirement program, 401(k) with company match, company paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement and a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year.

PSEG offers a unique experience to our more than 12,000 employees - we provide the resources and opportunities for career development that come with being a Fortune 500 company, as well as the attention, camaraderie and care for one another you might typically associate with a small business. Our focus on combatting climate change through clean energy technology, our new net zero climate vision for 2030 and enhanced commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion; and supporting the communities we serve make this a particularly exciting time to join PSEG.

Job Summary

The P&C Lead Construction Supervisor (LCS) is responsible for supervising the workforce that performs the construction of major capital Substation, Transmission and Distribution system upgrade projects. The LCS is responsible to ensure the workforce performs all work in accordance with engineering requirements; in compliance with all PSEGLI and OSHA safety standards; and in compliance with all Federal, State, County and Local regulations.

Job Responsibilities

• Supervise construction to ensure all work is performed in compliance with all PSEGLI and OSHA rules and the project Health and Safety Plan
• Respond to safety incidents, perform fact finding, participate in the investigation and support the implementation of lessons learned
• Must have a thorough understanding all PSEGLI and OSHA safety rules
• Perform electrical clearance activities on the transmission and distribution system including creating and scheduling clearance requests and directing switching activities
• Possess an understanding of all electrical clearance and control rules and NERC regulations
• Create and execute new equipment releases in compliance with NERC requirements
• Interpret transmission, distribution and substation design drawings, specifications, and equipment designs and perform constructability reviews of project designs
• Understand electrical and civil construction work methods and equipment
• Supervise construction activities to ensure compliance with project requirements, direct the Contractor to make corrections as necessary to ensure compliance
• Perform quality assurance inspections to confirm conformance with all technical requirements, and direct Contractor to take corrective actions necessary to maintain compliance
• Resolve design issues that arise during construction, including identifying problems and implementing corrective actions 
• Create daily progress reports to document construction quality and progress
• Lead weekly project update meetings to update all stakeholders
• Supervise material and equipment testing and coordinate review of testing results
• Update as-built drawings and distribute to support organizations
• Possess an understanding of construction contracts and the ability to enforce contractor compliance
• Determine value of work completed, review invoices, and direct the contractor to take corrective action as needed
• Manage change orders in compliance with contract terms and monitor contract costs within authorized value; negotiate change order resolution with contractors
• Ensure public safety and resolve customer complaints resulting from construction activities
• Jobsite liaison with municipal officials, including providing progress updates and resolving concerns; identify and implement project activities to enhance the customer experience 
• Interpret permit requirements and direct the contractor to perform work in compliance with permit requirements
• Notify municipalities, coordinate permit inspections, resolve compliance concerns, and document all permit activities
• Possess an understanding of construction schedules and activity sequencing
• Monitor construction progress, manpower and adherence to project schedule, identify and document schedule delays; direct contractors to take corrective action to maintain project schedule 
• Sequencing construction activities to minimize the risk to electric system reliability performance
• Coordinate contractor schedules with PSEGLI construction organizations to ensure construction milestones are achieved
• Possess an understanding of all materials and equipment that needed for construction 
• Review material orders for accuracy, identify missing material; coordinate delivery of materials and equipment to meet the project schedule
• Confirm and document quantity and quality of all material deliveries, order additional material as construction activities dictate, coordinate return of all unused materials

Job Specific Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management or related technical field and minimum five years direct related electric utility construction experience. Candidates without a degree with significant construction experience (minimum eight years) including a minimum of five years of electric construction supervision/foreman experience will be considered.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and to following PSEGLI and OSHA safety rules, work methods and procedures associated with electrical substation, transmission and distribution work, including civil construction
• Must be able to perform transmission and distribution switching activities independently
• Ability to evaluate planned modifications to the electric system and determine activity sequencing required to perform work
• Must possess the knowledge to train others in electric construction supervision activities
• Supervisory experience and/or familiarity with Contract Agreements with an ability to direct contractor workforce operations
• Must be able to evaluate the performance of contractor workforce as well as evaluate the equipment, tools and construction methods used
• Ability to work off-hours, over-nights and weekends, includes regularly re-occurring overnights and weekends for extended periods as required. (approximately 400 hrs / yr)
• This position requires driving to jobsite locations throughout the PSEGLI service territory, applicants must possess and maintain a valid US driver's license with a safe and satisfactory driver history
• Must respond to electric system emergencies and storm work as directed, including off-hours, over-nights and weekends

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