Avangrid
Job Title:
Construction Manager Location:
Lancaster, NY; Rochester, NY; Hornell, NY; Elmira, NY;
Work type:
Office (on-site) Estimated Salary Range:
$112,625 - $132,500 (dependent on experience) Job Summary:
The Construction Manager coordinates construction and commissioning activities across multiple projects, focusing on safety, quality, timeliness, and cost-effective completion for Avangrid affiliates in New York. Responsibilities
Provide management and responsibility for performance of Field Construction Managers for the construction and commissioning of electric lines and substation projects. Determine the contract resource requirements, service specifications and manage 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, and 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 to ensure construction management is integrated into the planning, scheduling, cost tracking, construction, installation, sequencing, testing, and commissioning, and acceptance activities. Ensure Field Construction Managers obtain all construction materials and material handling plans are established, properly managed, and reported. Responsible for the coordination of construction schedules with the other functional areas within the company. Provide 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 to 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, 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), NERC, New England, and New York Independent System Operators. Maintain safety awareness and ensure contractors comply with all safety policies, practices, and procedures to assure a safe working environment at the construction site. Ensure all field construction managers manage the project and construction resources within the schedule and budget. Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management with 7 years of relevant experience preferred OR Associate's Degree with a minimum of 10 years of 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. 3 years of experience in a supervisory capacity preferred. Experience/Training
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 meetings. Skills/Abilities
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. Behavioral Competencies
Develop self & others Empower to grow Collaborate and share Be a role model Focus to achieve results Be agile Company:
NY STATE ELECTRIC & GAS CORP 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. Avangrid provides 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 apply for, 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. Job Posting End Date: February 9 2026
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Construction Manager Location:
Lancaster, NY; Rochester, NY; Hornell, NY; Elmira, NY;
Work type:
Office (on-site) Estimated Salary Range:
$112,625 - $132,500 (dependent on experience) Job Summary:
The Construction Manager coordinates construction and commissioning activities across multiple projects, focusing on safety, quality, timeliness, and cost-effective completion for Avangrid affiliates in New York. Responsibilities
Provide management and responsibility for performance of Field Construction Managers for the construction and commissioning of electric lines and substation projects. Determine the contract resource requirements, service specifications and manage 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, and 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 to ensure construction management is integrated into the planning, scheduling, cost tracking, construction, installation, sequencing, testing, and commissioning, and acceptance activities. Ensure Field Construction Managers obtain all construction materials and material handling plans are established, properly managed, and reported. Responsible for the coordination of construction schedules with the other functional areas within the company. Provide 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 to 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, 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), NERC, New England, and New York Independent System Operators. Maintain safety awareness and ensure contractors comply with all safety policies, practices, and procedures to assure a safe working environment at the construction site. Ensure all field construction managers manage the project and construction resources within the schedule and budget. Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management with 7 years of relevant experience preferred OR Associate's Degree with a minimum of 10 years of 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. 3 years of experience in a supervisory capacity preferred. Experience/Training
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 meetings. Skills/Abilities
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. Behavioral Competencies
Develop self & others Empower to grow Collaborate and share Be a role model Focus to achieve results Be agile Company:
NY STATE ELECTRIC & GAS CORP 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. Avangrid provides 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 apply for, 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. Job Posting End Date: February 9 2026
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