Staff Sr. T&D Construction Manager
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Job Location:
Wilsonville, OR - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
At PGE our work involves dreaming about planning for and realizing a smarter cleaner more enduring Oregon neighborhood. Its core to our DNA and we havent stopped since we started in 1888. We energize lives strengthen communities and drive advancements in energy that promote social economic and environmental progress. Were always on the lookout for people passionate about leading and being a part of teams that are advancing innovative clean energy solutions that are also affordable and accessible to all.
Summary:
Lead criticalT&D (substationand/or line)construction projects that directlyimpactgrid reliability safety and wildfire mitigation across Oregon. Portland General Electric (PGE) is seeking a dynamic Construction Manager to oversee complex transmission and distribution construction activities ensuring projects are delivered safely with the highest quality on time and within budget.
In this role you will workpredominantly onconstruction projectson our transmission and distribution system throughout the PGE service territory requiring a strong working knowledge of the PGE system technical design details construction standards and specifications. You will partner closely withour partners inLine and SubstationOperationsas well asother internal stakeholdersleveragingstrong relationships to drive successful project outcomes. Experience with both greenfield and brownfield substationconstructionand/or complex transmission anddistributionOH and UG lineconstructionalongwith a solid foundation in construction project management principles is essential.
As a key member of the Construction Management team you will lead contracted construction activities across PGEs T&D organization while also supporting wildfire mitigation initiatives and broader PMO work. You will provide engineering and project-related support including technical construction management planning and design input for new or upgraded installations and coordination across multiple asset classes.
You will also bringexpertisein contract management coordination and inspection for construction and maintenance projectsensuring compliance managing risk and driving accountability across contractors and project teams.
If you bring strong experience in construction management contract negotiation construction law and safety programsparticularly within complex electric utility environmentswe want to hear from you.
This position is open to two P-levels: Staff Transmission & Distribution Construction Manager (Grade 7 / P3 Career Professional) and Senior Transmission & Distribution Construction Manager (Grade 8 / P4 Specialist Professional).The level at which an offer is made will bedeterminedbased on the selected candidates qualifications skills and experience.
Responsibilities Staff Construction Manager (Grade 7 / P3)
Project Planning
Establishes project implementation plans for moderate to more complex substation transmission and/or distribution construction and other major capital projects; prepares bid documents; conducts site visits; reviews and evaluates bid proposals; reviews contractor construction plans and safety crane lifts and shoring plans; negotiates contract terms and makes recommendations for contract awards for the more complex projects; uses proven project management tools and systems.
Environmental Requirements
Coordinates permit/environmental requirements for moderate to more complex projects; provides updates to PGEs Environmental Services.
Constructability
Integrates construction knowledge into the conceptual planning design construction and field operations of a project with the goal to achieve timely accurate and cost-effective overall project objectives; reviews construction processes for moderate to more complex projects from start to finish during preconstruction phase; identifies obstacles before the project is built to reduce or prevent errors delays and cost overruns.
Project Coordination
Manages multidiscipline construction activities with T&D management and engineering personnel and consultants for moderate to more complex projects; coordinates work activities with substation and line personnel to minimize risk to transmission and distribution (T&D) system operations; monitors project status to ensure schedule is maintained and completion is timely; tracks budget; assesses project performance; reports progress; identifies potential problems; evaluates effectiveness of project processes; ensures construction activities support system outage windows and operations priorities.
Contract Administration
For moderate to more complex projects screens potential bidders on contracts manages contracts as PGE representative monitors contractors work and verifies materials and workmanship to ensure contract deliverables meet contract specifications; ensures compliance with permits; negotiates changes with contractor and prepares change orders; reviews and approves payment of invoices.
Safety Practices and Training
Assures project safety by establishing and maintaining effective communication between engineering and construction participants and by ensuring the use of safe working practices in accordance with company safety culture safety programs and policies and relevant state and federal laws regulations and requirements; provides safety training to contractors when necessary.
Claims and Issue Resolution
Identifies and resolves contractor performance issues or problems and contractor claims including settling disputes with and among contractors and subcontractors.
Responsibilities Senior Construction Manager (Grade 8 / P4)
Project Planning
Delineates the scope budgeting scheduling and resource and performance requirements for the most complex substation transmission and/or distribution construction and other major capital projects; establishes project implementation plans; oversees preparation of bid documents conduct of site visits review and evaluation of bid proposals and review of contractor construction plans and safety crane lifts and shoring plans; negotiates contract terms and makes recommendations for contract awards for the most complex projects; uses proven project management tools and systems.
Environmental Requirements
Oversees and ensures coordination of permit/environmental requirements for highly environmentally sensitive and the most complex projects; provides updates to PGEs Environmental Services.
Constructability
Oversees and provides authoritative advice on integrating construction knowledge into the conceptual planning design construction and field operations of a project with the goal to achieve timely accurate and cost-effective overall project objectives; reviews construction processes for the most complex projects from start to finish during preconstruction phase; identifies obstacles before the project is built to reduce or prevent errors delays and cost overruns.
Project Coordination
Manages multidiscipline construction activities with T&D management and engineering personnel and consultants for the most complex projects; coordinates work activities with substation and line personnel to minimize risk to transmission and distribution (T&D) system operations; monitors project status to ensure schedule is maintained and completion is timely; tracks budget; assesses project performance; reports progress; identifies potential problems; evaluates effectiveness of project processes; ensures construction activities support system outage windows and operations priorities; provides training oversight and coordination of internal and external inspection resources.
Contract Administration
For the most complex projects screens potential bidders on contracts manages contracts as PGE representative monitors contractors work and verifies materials and workmanship to ensure contract deliverables meet contract specifications; ensures compliance with permits; negotiates changes with contractor and prepares change orders; reviews and approves payment of invoices.
Safety Practices and Training
Assures project safety by establishing and maintaining effective communication between engineering and construction participants and by ensuring the use of safe working practices in accordance with company safety culture safety programs and policies and relevant state and federal laws regulations and requirements; designs and provides safety training to contractors when necessary.
Claims and Issue Resolution
Develops effective communications and mechanisms for resolving conflicts;identifiesand resolves contractor performance issues or problems and contractor claims including settling disputes with and among contractors and subcontractors.
Education / Experience / Certifications
Education
Requires a bachelors degree in construction management engineering or other related field or equivalent experience.
Experience
P3:Typicallyfive or more years of experience in construction management project managementengineeringor related field
P4:Typicallyeight or more years of experience in construction management project managementengineeringor related field
Certifications Licenses and Training
Certified Construction Manager (CCM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred
Requires validdriverslicense
MinimumCompetencies
Proficiencyby level:
P3: Intermediate
P4: Advanced
Construction practices codes and standards
T&D design construction and maintenance practices
Procurement and contract administration
Project controls and estimates
Heavy civil construction materials and processes
Safety laws regulations and company safety programs
Construction project management tools and systems
General Competencies
Proficiencyby level:
P3: Intermediate
P4: Advanced
Analytical thinking
Conflict management
Decision-making
Diplomacy
Negotiation
Organization and prioritization
Problem-solving
Project management
Communication skills
Physical Schedule/Attendance and Cognitive Demands
The following requirements apply to both P-levels of this position.
Physical Capabilities
Driving/travel/commute: Daily within service territory - Frequently(at least once a week or more)
Driving/travel/commute: Overnight inside/outside the service territory - Occasionally(one to two times a month or less)
Computer use (use computer regularly for entire work shift)
Lifting/pushing/pulling: Up to 50lbs.
Carrying: Up to 10lbs.
Unstable surfaces requiring balance (i.e. moving equipment boats) (check all that apply):
Elevated areas (i.e. catwalksroofsandhigh buildings)
Confined spaces
Walking distances and surfaces (long distances and over roughunevenor rocky surfaces)
Stairs (over 10steps)
Ladders (over 10rungs)
Environment
Office
Plant
Field
Actual total compensation including a performance based incentive bonus is commensurate with experience skills qualifications education training and internal equity.
PGE believes in rewarding dedicated performance. We provide a total rewards package that is designed to reward your contributions to the company and at the same time support your well-being and professional development both now and into the future. To find out more click here.
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May 24 2026Required Experience:
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