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Construction Manager (Substation & Transmission)

$63 - $73 per hour

Westinghouse Electric Company

Please Note: **No Third-Party or C2C Firms***Must be able to work in the United States without sponsorship*

Job Title: Construction Manager (Substation & Transmission)

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At WECTEC Staffing Services, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Westinghouse Electric Company LLC, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

About the role: Location is Waco TX. We are looking for a Construction Manager (Substation & Transmission) on behalf of our client. This is a 1-year contract assignment. (W-2) You will serve as the field leader responsible for the safe, efficient, and successful execution of substation and transmission construction projects. Acting as the primary liaison between field activities and the General Manager, the CM ensures adherence to engineering design, contract requirements, environmental regulations, safety standards, and project schedules. This role typically involves 20% office responsibilities and 80% field oversight.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Pre‑Construction Preparation

- Review and understand all contract documents.

- Review contractor Safety Plan; coordinate with Safety team.

- Conduct kickoff meetings and orientations.

- Understand permits, agreements, drawings, schedules, QA/QC, submittals.

- Set expectations and train the team.

2. Project Location & Site Assessment

- Identify county, town, site.

- Determine greenfield or brownfield.

- Assess access and constraints.

3. Scope of Work Execution

- Review drawings, specs, engineering packages.

- Define structures, equipment, systems.

- Identify demolition needs.

- Align with engineering documents.

4. Schedule & Timeline Management

- Ensure schedule adherence.

- Monitor milestones and critical path.

- Escalate delays.

5. Material Management

- Compare drawings with EOR BOM.

- Confirm material delivery/storage.

- Verify nameplates/specs.

- Track shortages and damages.

6. Environmental & Regulatory Compliance

- Confirm permits.

- Ensure SWPPP and environmental compliance.

- Coordinate crossing approvals.

7. Safety Leadership

- Enforce HASP.

- Encourage proactive safety culture.

- Conduct daily safety meetings.

8. Field Oversight & QA

- Ensure compliance with specifications.

- Conduct daily walkdowns.

- Document progress.

9. Reporting & Tracking

- Collect own data.

- Submit weekly reports and trackers.

- Manage team reporting.

10. Fiscal Oversight

- Track variances.

- Review invoices.

- Identify cost drivers.

11. Contract Management

- Ensure compliance with contract.

- Address non‑conformances.

12. Communication & Stakeholder Management

- Maintain strong contractor relationships.

- Communicate with PM.

- Direct public inquiries appropriately.

13. Resource Coordination

- Utilize environmental, safety, SME, and land teams.

Qualifications:

  • 5+ years Substation/industrial construction experience.
  • An understanding of drawings.
  • Knowledge of safety/environmental requirements.

Our Safety Pledge to You:

If you are as committed to your success as we are committed to your safety, then this is the position for you! For us, our guiding principle has always been and will continue to be the safety of our people. It's that simple!

Why WECTEC Staffing Services?

WECTEC Staffing Services delivers customer-focused solutions, offering everything from high-volume, cost-effective staffing to specialized niche roles, while maintaining best-in-class service. Our employees bring expertise across technical and corporate functions, supporting international contracts in over five countries. We invite you to explore opportunities within our distinguished global talent network.

WECTEC Staffing Services offers competitive pay to all of our employees. Additionally, most positions qualify for benefits including the following:

  • Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
  • 401(k) Savings Plan
  • Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

We are committed to transparency and equity in all our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $63.00/hr. to $73.00/hr.

WECTEC Staffing Services continues to successfully place professional and technical resources into key roles globally. You can learn more by visiting

You can submit your completed application, and explore other available options, using the following link: careers.westinghousenuclear.com

Get connected with WECTEC Staffing Services on social media: LinkedIn

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