Construction Lead - Constructability Lead Senior​/Principal - ERCOT

Job Posting End Date

03-06-2026

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Demonstrate the capacity to relate and communicate expert construction-related knowledge to others by creating, reviewing, and vetting project Constructability Scoping Reports in a highly collaborative fashion. Advance Transmission's goal to integrate construction methodology and planning into scoping activities from project inception to reduce costs and construct Transmission facilities safer and more efficiently. Maintain highly effective relationships and communications with various project stakeholders.

This single vacancy is posted in two grade levels (grade 8 - Sr and grade 9 - Prin). Relevant Education and/or Experience will be utilized to determine which of these will be the appropriate grade level to fill this vacancy.

• Manage construction projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, safety, and economic efficiency.

• Create and present Constructability Scoping Reports to the execution team, engaging with all project stakeholders during the scoping phase.

• Maintain consistent direction for Constructability Scoping Reports across AEP Transmission, driving continuous improvement initiatives in logistics, processes, and documentation.

• Collaborate with various stakeholders, including Project Management, Transmission & Distribution Operations, and Construction Management, to gather feedback and improve project outcomes.

• Communicate updates and improvements in construction methods to Transmission Leadership and provide monthly reports on overall constructability development.

• Develop and maintain relationships with strategic contractor partners, attending training events and local meetings to enhance collaboration and efficiency.

• Conduct lessons learned meetings on completed projects, evaluating the effectiveness of constructability plans and identifying areas for improvement.

• Stay updated on industry construction practices and technological advancements relevant to AEP Transmission.

• Lead presentations and discussions at Semi-annual TCR conferences for assigned regions.

• Review Capital Project P6 schedules to ensure timely development of Constructability Scoping Reports.

• Conduct site visits as needed to support scoping teams and project evaluations.

• Utilize Spin 360 and GIS technologies to plan and evaluate construction sequences, identifying potential hazards and bottlenecks.

• Mentor Execution Project Managers in the construction planning process, leading special initiatives such as process improvements and Lean initiatives.

• Attend monthly construction meetings to coordinate best practices and address field issues proactively.

• Collaborate with regional material management leaders to identify and address potential material flow constraints in Constructability Scoping Reports.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Safety or related field and 6 years’ experience;
  OR

• ABET accredited Associate degree in electrical, construction management, safety, civil engineering technology or related field of study and 8 years’ experience;
  OR

• High school graduate or equivalent with 10 years of direct experience.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Safety or related field and 8 years’ experience;
  OR

• ABET accredited Associate degree in electrical, construction management, safety, civil engineering technology or related field of study and 10 years’ experience;
  OR

• High school graduate or equivalent with 12 years of direct experience.

• Related experience is defined as involvement with overseeing/directing transmission and distribution station construction and/or transmission line construction work, as an AEP/contractor line or station field employee or Construction Rep.

• A thorough knowledge of the transmission system, from a design and operation perspective and experience within transmission engineering, and/or construction management is desired to fulfill responsibilities of this job.

• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, mentor, and train junior personnel.

• Must…