Manager, Transmission Line Construction

National Grid is hiring a Manager, Transmission Line Construction for our Electric Project Management & Construction department based in Massachusetts.

Every day we deliver safe and secure energy to homes, communities, and businesses. We are there when people need us the most. We connect people to the energy they need for the lives they live. The pace of change in society and our industry is accelerating and our expertise and track record puts us in an unparalleled position to shape the sustainable future of our industry.

To be successful we must anticipate the needs of our customers, reducing the cost of energy delivery today and pioneering the flexible energy systems of tomorrow. This requires us to deliver on our promises and always look for new opportunities to grow, both ourselves and our business.

Lead and motivate the NE Construction team, that constructs electric projects, to support the successful operation and maintenance of the New England electric system.

* Manage an internal labor workforce of 140+ employees responsible for delivering an average construction portfolio valued at $150M+ annually
* Optimize construction delivery to achieve high productivity, low costs, and efficient work practices and to ensure compliance with National Grid policies and procedures
* Promote the philosophy of safe working to employees
* Direct the efforts and resources of the team to ensure safety, reliability, security, and integrity consistent with company goals, objectives, and policies while maintaining full compliance with applicable existing and future governing agency codes and regulations
* Provide off hour response to non-planned system emergency situations
* Work with management stakeholders to identify and implement business process improvements and best practices in a consistent manner; and remain abreast of changing environments
* Recruit, motivate, and develop a team to inspire innovation, commitment, and engagement to improve long term group performance
* Travel frequently throughout the New England region

* High school diploma or equivalent required
* 5+ years of utility construction experience required
* Bachelor's degree in technical field or 7 to 10 years of electric utility construction experience, including 3 to 5 years of utility management experience preferred
* Experience managing a construction workforce with focus on safety, cost control, adherence to environmental regulations, work quality and efficiency preferred
* Familiarity with the tools, equipment, materials, and qualifications of a workforce which support construction required
* Strong aptitude for computer and business applications used to fully leverage technology solutions in the construction work environment required
* Familiarity with contracting practices as it relates to bid, awards, and contract language in the construction field preferred
* Familiarity with the collective bargaining agreements, grievance resolution, and arbitration process preferred
* Valid driver's license required