Lead Construction Specialist
Date: Nov 7, 2024
Location: South Plainfield, NJ, US
Company: PSEG
Requisition: 80298
PSEG Company: Public Service Electric & Gas Co.
Salary Range: $ 114,500 - $ 188,100
Incentive: PIP 15%
Work Location Category: Hybrid
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
Directly supervise Sr. Construction Specialist/Construction Specialists/Construction Support Specialist and contract employees, including planning and scheduling of assigned work for area of responsibility and staffing. Responsible for performance reviews.
Job Responsibilities
- Lead the activities of civil construction projects for major new, replacement and upgraded electric facilities for the Inside Plant Construction Group in the Projects and Construction (P&C) Organization.
- Directly supervise Construction Specialists and Contract Employees, including planning and scheduling of assigned work for area of responsibility and staff.
- Supervise the efforts of Bargaining Unit Associates and Contractors (trade union personnel).
- Manage and coordinate the work of multiple contractors and trades.
- Resolve Contractor conflicts, schedule issues and labor disputes.
- Drive/promote safety throughout the job site and ensure environmental compliance.
- Interface with governmental agencies for regulatory compliance with permitting and licensing requirements.
- Direct the layout, excavation, fabrication and construction of concrete foundations and structures for the installation of inside plant major equipment.
- Provide daily job site inspection of work to ensure completion in accordance with established designs, specifications and PSE&G/industry standards.
- Complete construction reports, Contractor billing, in-service reports, Contractor/vendor evaluations and project close-out reports.
- Perform on-call duties and provide emergency response and restoration of major inside plant failures.
- Must complete necessary training and qualify to hold an assignment in PSE&G’s Tagging System.
- Maintain and apply working knowledge of PSEG Standards for Business Controls and meet management's expectations for effective internal business controls.
Job Specific Qualifications
Required Skills:
- High school diploma with at least eight (8) years of relevant knowledge and experience in electric distribution design / engineering, operations, maintenance or construction
- Extensive knowledge and experience in civil construction for electric substations / switching stations
- Working knowledge and experience of computer-based business applications, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.)
- Previous leadership, supervisory or contractor oversight experience.
- Strong written and oral communications skills
- Because the job requires driving to company locations and off-site assignments and events, must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license with a safe and satisfactory driver history
Desired Skills:
- Bachelor's degree.
Minimum Years of Experience
Education
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PSEG is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment, including the hiring process, based on any legally protected characteristic. Legally protected characteristics include race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law in locations where PSEG employs individuals.
As an employee of PSEG you should be aware that during storm restoration efforts, you may be required to perform functions outside of your routine duties and on a schedule that may be different from normal operations.
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