Job Duties Description

Excel Engineering is seeking a team-oriented, highly motivated Transmission Line Construction Inspector to support our Power Utility Client in the Minneapolis, MN area. Excel Engineering offers Electrical and Control System Engineering and Construction Management Consulting services in the US and abroad.

Primary Responsibilities

Candidates for the Transmission Construction Inspector role will be expected to have a strong background in utility Construction, particularly related to power transmission and distribution, in order to perform the following tasks including, but not limited to:

Provide hands-on supervision of construction activities throughout the life of the project, ensuring compliance with specifications and quality standards.

Conduct daily inspections and safety observations while documenting milestones and generating reports.

Collaborate closely with project managers, contractors, and engineering teams to facilitate successful project execution.

Responsible for capturing any field changes to the design.

Responsible for ensuring the constructor uses the proper materials in the proper place on the Project.

Responsible for reviewing project discrepancies with appropriate parties.

Responsible for communicating properly to the responsible client parties on a routine or daily basis.

Shall take all precautions to protect the client's equipment, materials, and customers, and be a good representative for the client.

Maintain effective communication with onsite teams and ensure adherence to safety protocols.

Utilize Microsoft Office Excel and other software for reporting and documentation,

Minimum Education Required Degree in a relevant field such as Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Renewable Energy Technology is preferred, or equivalent field experience

Minimum Experience Required Detailed knowledge of transmission construction practices. A strong construction background is required.

Able to inspect all aspects of transmission construction (i.e. pole location spotting, drilling and foundations, direct burial installation, framing, stringing, finish out, etc.)

Responsible for verifying that all work performed by the prime construction contractor complies with our client's construction standards and engineering prints.

The ability to read plans and specifications: schematic diagrams, electrical diagrams, metering diagrams, and equipment operation and maintenance manuals.

Strong verbal and written communication and presentation skills.

Qualifications

7+ years of experience in the electrical utility transmission and distribution field

Knowledge of electrical and/or civil related construction methodologies is strongly preferred

Strong management, coordination, and communication abilities; proven leadership experience; safety-minded with a thorough understanding of construction site protocols.

Must have data collection, management, and analysis skills and experience.

Familiarity with Microsoft Office

Shift First (Day)

Number of Openings 2

Public Transportation Accessible No

Veterans Encouraged to Apply Yes

Physical Required No

Drug Test Required Yes

Compensation $55.00 - $70.00 / Hourly

Postal Code 554112

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

TCOPS-MN

Job Type

Full Time

Job Benefits

Continuing education and on the job training

Retirement plan - 401(k) matching

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, HSA with Employer contribution, FSA

Wellness program

Paid time off

Bonus pay for Overtime

Application Link

https://www.exceleng.net/

Excel Engineering,Inc

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