Coordinator - Field Construction

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Location: Lancaster NY

Salary: $78000 - $97600

Schedule: On SIte - Office

Job Summary

The Coordinator - Field Construction will work collaboratively within a team environment leveraging their knowledge of electric utility assets and equipment. They will possess a minimum of 3 years of experience in the electric utility industry with a strong background in the construction and maintenance of utility equipment including transmission and distribution systems underground networks and substations. The main objectives are safety quality timeliness and cost-effective completion on behalf of the Affiliates of AVANGRID located in New York.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage performance of outsourced construction companies to ensure adherence to safety quality schedules budgets and cost-effective methods.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time and under budget.
• Review and evaluate scope of work and agreements affecting project execution and functional area operations making appropriate recommendations.
• Ensure compliance with company standards.
• Proactively resolve problems and coordinate activities with field construction managers.
• Resolve disputes timely and prioritize business requirements to ensure projects are completed on time and under budget.
• 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 and project managers ensuring safety concerns are resolved.
• Utilize MS Office products (Excel Access Word MS Project) effectively.
• Apply basic knowledge of various electric utility assets and equipment.
• Communicate complex ideas clearly to diverse audiences both in writing and verbally.
• Interact effectively with different groups within the company.
• Assess the health of utility assets and equipment in relation to the utility inspection program.
• Support emergency storm restoration efforts.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in engineering or related field.
• Associates degree in engineering or related field with 3 years of relevant experience.
• Skills and knowledge of utility construction practices applicable to electrical distribution lines both overhead and underground.
• General knowledge of government regulations including OSHA NESC NEC and industry codes affecting electric utilities.
• Working knowledge of budget preparation and bid administration.
• Demonstrated ability to make competent decisions in emergency situations.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret mechanical/electrical drawings.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including correspondence reports and other business documents.
• Working knowledge of best practices in safety policies and procedures.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Results-oriented.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• SAP experience preferred.
• Valid Drivers License.
• Must be willing to travel to construction sites as needed and attend meetings.

Competencies

• Growth & Continuous Improvement
• Initiative & Change
• Focused on Results
• Customer Centric (internal and/or External)
• Communication
• Collaboration
• Leadership (people managers/leaders)

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