T&D Inspector, I- Sr

TXNM Energy, Inc. is seeking a T&D Inspector, I- Sr in Albuquerque, NM. The role involves coordinating construction of transmission lines and substations, managing contractor progress, ensuring compliance with standards, and performing field inspections. Responsibilities include supporting project execution, communicating with stakeholders, and providing training to team members. The position requires fieldwork and may involve after-hours emergency responses.
SUMMARY:

Coordinates and facilitates the construction and/or modification of transmission lines, switch-yards, substations, including facility upgrades. Responsible for meeting the quality, scope, schedule, and financial objectives of construction projects.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Manages contractor work progress and completion while meeting Company and code standards and expectations per contract agreements.
• Coordinates field activities for electric distribution projects, including but not limited to large subdivisions, commercial developments, industrial, transmission, and major system improvement projects
• During construction processes, supports and coordinates project execution between internal and external customers to avoid/mitigate issues. Supports the project accountability for permanent in-service date.
• Performs field inspections and documents findings to ensure compliance with complex material, equipment, contract, or design specifications
• Develops procedures and practices relating to Company work or new equipment installations and operation
• Undertakes special assignments as directed
• Ability to recognize and address safety issues on-site
• Inspects and monitors the installation of customer built systems and contractor work for compliance and completeness
• Communicates verbally and in writing with customers, Company personnel, outside agencies and other utilities for purposes of project negotiations, assistance, information gathering, and departmental support
• Supports the scheduling and prioritizing of work to meet deadlines
• Provides assistance and training to contract inspectors, and must assist in the orientation and training of entry-level engineers or other departments
• Provides field support for the design and construction of electric distribution facilities
• Coordinates field activities for electric distribution projects which may include but not limited to field inspections for service entrance equipment, job site readiness, blue staking, coordinating special equipment needs, meter spots, services mapping, and obtaining required permits
• When directed by supervisor, ability to support application review process, perform load calculations, and generate residential and commercial ballpark estimates.
• May be required to be available to field damage calls and respond as needed. Assist in field investigations; conduct interviews with officials, agencies, contractors, homeowners, etc. and document to accurately portray and determine liability. Facilitate resolution to the legitimate extent and maintain working knowledge of the customer claims process.
• Reviews and supports post construction material reconciliation, as-built design, and contractor labor accuracy per approved design
• May be required for after-hours emergencies to assist with outages, storm restoration, etc.
• Provides training needs and assistance to other team members as necessary
• May be required to support in an interim Field Supervisor Role

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