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Company: Rochester Gas & Electric, an Avangrid Company
Department: Digital Network
Job Title: Construction Manager
Location: Rochester, Elmira, Lancaster, Lockport, Geneva, Ithaca, NY
Work Model: Office
The salary range for this position is dependent upon experience, ranging from $106,000.00 to $132,500.00
Competitive benefits and growth opportunities
Generous performance‑based bonuses
12% 401(k) match
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Professional development and clear career‑advancement pathways
For more information, please visit: Benefits - Avangrid
Job Summary
The Construction Manager is responsible for coordinating construction and commissioning (functional testing included) activities between several projects, with objectives of safety, quality, timeliness and cost-effective completion on behalf of the Affiliates of AVANGRID, located in Rochester, NY.
Provide management and responsibility for performance of Field Construction Managers for the construction and commissioning of electric lines and substation projects.
Determines the contract resource requirements, service specifications and manages contractor performance
Work with Field Construction Managers related to coordination of field inspections and sign offs for construction projects including environmental or agricultural
Ensure all functional testing is complete at job sites in preparation of commissioning of the facilities.
Manage performance of outsourced Construction companies to ensure adherence to safety, quality, schedules, budgets, cost effective means
and methods.
Ensure projects are delivered on time and under budget
Develop, review, and evaluate contracts and agreements affecting the project execution and functional area operations and make appropriate recommendations.
Responsible to ensure compliance with permit conditions.
Lead resolution in a timely manner to proactively resolve problems and coordinate activities with the field construction managers.
Responsible to works with project team ensure that construction management is integrated into the planning, scheduling, cost tracking, construction, installation, sequencing and testing and commissioning, and acceptance activities.
Ensure Field Construction Managers obtain all construction materials and material handling plans are established and properly managed and reported.
Provides constructability feedback on electrical, mechanical, protection and civil construction standards.
Research, recommend, and implement changes as necessary to be aligned with AVANGRID Standards and Business Area goals and objectives.
Responsible for timely resolution of disputes and prioritize business requirements to ensure projects are completed on time and under budget.
Provide accurate inputs related to the budget process to providing field estimates, resource needs, and oversight of the construction budget.
Participate in the construction projects negotiations and joint planning efforts with other utilities.
Lead overall site activities address or remedy electrical system emergencies as necessary.
Proactively identify construction risk during the planning, execution and construction phases and eliminate risks and execute risk mitigation plans.
Perform special studies, alternatives and risk analyses and cost estimates as necessary.
Adhere to company policies, programs and procedures as well as Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP), Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC), New England and New York Independent System Operators
Safety: 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, Project Manager and assure safety concerns and issues are resolved.
Ensure all field construction managers are managing the project and construction resources within the schedule and budget.
Required Qualifications
Microsoft Office Suite
Must have a valid Driver's License
Must be willing to travel to construction sites on a day to day basis, attend meeting
Associate’s degree with a minimum of 10 years relevant experience or High School/GED with the completion of the relevant progression program and 15 years relevant experience required.
A minimum of 5 years of progressive related electric utility industry experience, with electric line or substation facilities construction management experience preferred. Experience in a supervisory capacity preferred.
Extensive knowledge of construction management practices applicable to electrical utility lines and substation construction including commissioning of electrical equipment.
Extensive knowledge of interconnected electrical system operations.
Knowledge of government regulations, including OSHA, NESC, NEC and industry codes affecting electric utilities.
Knowledge of contract preparation, negotiations and administration.
Working knowledge of budget preparation and administration.
Demonstrated ability to make competent decisions in emergency situations.
Demonstrated ability to read and interpret mechanical/electrical drawings, and technical manuals.
Excellent written and verbal communications, including correspondence, reports, and other business documents.
Working knowledge of best practices in safety policies and procedures.
Effective leadership Skills
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Results oriented
Global view of the Business - Advanced
Achieving Results and continuous improvements - Advanced
Initiative - Advanced
Innovation & Creativity - Advanced
Flexibility & Globalization - Competent
Customer Focus - Competent
Communicating & Influencing - Competent
Team Work - Advanced
Team management - Advanced
Developing Others - Advanced
Competencies (this is standard for all jobs)
Growth & Continuous Improvement
Initiative & Change
Focused on Results
Customer Centric (internal and/or External)
Communication
Collaboration
Leadership (people managers/leaders)
ROCHESTER GAS & ELEC CORP
Mobility Information
Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country.
At Avangrid we provide fair and equal employment and advancement opportunities for all employees and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran who is unable to use our online tool to search for or to apply for jobs, you may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting our People and Organization department at careers@avangrid.com.
Avangrid employees may be assigned a system emergency role and in the event of a system emergency, may be required to work outside of their regular schedule/job duties. This is applicable to employees that will work in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate functions. This does not include those that will work for Avangrid Power.
Avangrid employees may also be assigned a NERC Reliability Standards compliance role supporting Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) and/or Operations and Planning (O&P) responsibilities. This is applicable to employees that will work in electric transmission, operations, and cyber security business areas in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate business areas. NERC Reliability Standards compliance roles and responsibilities may include additional access protections, training, audit engagement, and required evidence retention, and will be communicated by the employee’s management.
December-31-2026
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