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Job Title: Substation Construction Manager

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Construction Manager to oversee a substation project for a large data center. This long-term project is located between Rayville and Delhi, LA, and will span multiple years, potentially lasting from 2 to 5 years.

Responsibilities

+ Drive subcontractor performance to meet project objectives.

+ Lead subcontractor crews in building a substation.

+ Ensure overall production quality and efficiency of the project and crew(s).

+ Lead a team of up to 25 people at a time.

+ Oversee company projects during construction and commissioning phases.

+ Ensure subcontractors execute work in compliance with safety, quality, and contractual standards.

+ Implement change management, risk management, and adhere to schedule requirements.

+ Communicate effectively with the project team and stakeholders.

+ Conduct standardized reporting and construction meetings.

Essential Skills

+ Substation Construction Management experience.

+ Distribution Construction Management experience.

+ Proficiency in electrical distribution, power delivery, and construction documents.

+ Experience in QA/QC processes.

+ Strong computer and reporting skills.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience with Entergy projects is a plus.

+ Familiarity with construction, project management, transmission, and safety.

+ Background in electrical and project management construction.

Work Environment

This project involves working on-site in the field, coordinating subcontractor crews. Work hours typically exceed 50 hours per week, structured as 10-hour days for 5 days a week. The role includes standard per diem and time-and-a-half pay. Holidays and PTO are offered, with billing adjustments. The project is located in Louisiana, with a growing footprint within Entergy and other utilities, offering future project opportunities. Projects have already been awarded for 2024 and 2025, ensuring a solid backlog.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $60.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Rayville,LA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 8, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.