Manager, Construction

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert: Company: Entergy PS Job Title: Manager, Construction Work Place Flexibility: Onsite Legal Entity: Entergy Arkansas, LLC Job Summary/Purpose Manages all large distribution construction projects in the state with company and contractor resources. Manageworkload, resources and budgets. Support employees with internal company applications, knowledge of companyprocedures/standards, pre-design, pre- construction meetings, engineering drawings, job site inspections,assessing/resolving unforeseen conditions during construction, overseeing that work conforms with currentcontracts, construction standards and a Safe work environment. Manage distribution contract and bid process tosupport the safest and most cost effective contractors on the property. Job Duties/Responsibilities Manage, direct and lead day-to-day operations of construction supervisors, operations coordinators, administrative assistants, Entergy Linemen and Line contractor employees. Manage and match resources and budgets for compliance with company goals at local and state levels andassist in planning and scheduling construction projects. Provide input on capital improvement plans andbudgets. Prioritizing large construction projects to meet customer commitments and Asset ManagementReliability and Infrastructure goals. Interfaces closely with Major Accounts and Customer Service groups onlarge revenue, highway DOT projects. Manage and oversee contracts between company and contractor providers. This includes performance,safety, RFP, Bid submittals/evaluations, ceiling limit management, specifications, pricing structure etc.Requires extensive interaction with Supply Chain, Legal, Safety, Training and Financial departments. Act as liaison between construction department and other departments on all matters regardingconstruction activities involving Safety, Reliability and service delivery customer issues with staff, externalcustomers and supporting organizations - including Engineering, asset planning, Transmission/ SubstationGrid organization, distribution operations center, customer service centers, standards and procurement. Ensureloss control Policy and safe work practices are understood and followed by all employees andcontractors with a focus on target zero accidents. Maintain and enforce departmental rules and regulationsin accordance with personnel rules, regulations, and policies. Perform employee evaluations. Provide thesupport, possible training, communications and direction to support a safe productive performance ofdistribution line contractors. Provide the support, training, communications, and tools required to ensure the safe productiveperformance of subordinates while promoting positive morale, empowerment, and customer satisfaction.Resolve customer complaints on assigned construction projects. This position is responsible in Entergy'sICS as 'State Resource Section Chief' for major events and is key for responding to minor storm events.Coordinates state response for travel teams. Actively participate and serve as a voting member of theSystem Contractor Safety Council and Distribution Contractor SAB. Minimum education required of the position Bachelor's degree in related field or equivalent work experience. Minimum experience required of the position 3 year operational supervisory/management experience with a degree or 6 years operational supervisory and/ormanagement experience without a degree. Minimum knowledge, skills, and abilities required of the position Experience in managing/executing capital and/or O&M projects; Thorough understanding of procedures,programs, and standards; Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously;Strong analysis and problem solving skills; Excellent verbal and written communications skills; Self-starter,independent worker, self-motivator; Strong computer skills. Any certificates, licenses, etc. required of the position None Primary Location: Arkansas-Little RockArkansas : Conway || Arkansas : Hot Springs || Arkansas : Little Rock || Arkansas : Pine Bluff || Arkansas : Searcy Job Function : Corporate FLSA Status : Professional Relocation Option : Level II Union description/code : NON BARGAINING UNIT Number of Openings : 1 Req ID : 125061 PS Job Title : Manager, Construction Travel Percentage :Up to 25% An Equal Opportunity Employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Vets. The Entergy System of Companies provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. The Entergy System of Companies complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. The Entergy System of Companies expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of the Entergy System of Company employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated. Accessibility: Entergy provides reasonable accommodations for online applicants. Requests for a reasonable accommodation may be made orally or in writing by an applicant, employee, or third party on his or her behalf. If you are an individual with a disability and you are in need of an accommodation for the recruiting process. Employee Services will contact you regarding your request. Additional Responsibilities: As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties. The non-confidential portions of the affirmative action program for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans shall be available for inspection upon request by any employee or applicant for employment. Please View email address on click.appcast.io to schedule a time to review the affirmative action plan during regular office hours. WORKING CONDITIONS: As a provider of essential services, Entergy expects its employees to be available to work additional hours, to work in alternate locations, and/or to perform additional duties in connection with storms, outages, emergencies, or other situations as deemed necessary by the company. Exempt employees may not be paid overtime associated with such duties. Please note: Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Entergy will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position. #J-18808-Ljbffr