Substation Construction & Maintenance Oversight Inspector in Tampa, Florida at Victory Powerline Services

Work Location: Tampa/Plant City

Position Summary

The Substation Construction & Maintenance Oversight Inspector is responsible for ensuring the quality, safety, and compliance of substation construction and maintenance activities. This role provides on-site inspection and oversight of civil, structural, and electrical scope associated with substation infrastructure, including foundations, footers, grounding systems, steel erection, and control house construction.

This position requires significant hands-on experience with substation construction and a strong working knowledge of the civil construction associated with substations, including site development, foundations, concrete, grounding systems, structural steel, and control building construction.

Key Responsibilities:

Construction Oversight

• Provide daily field oversight of substation construction activities, including:
• Foundations and concrete placement
• Footers and structural supports
• Grounding grid installation
• Structural steel erection
• Control building (pill box) construction
• Verify work is performed in accordance with approved drawings, specifications, and project scopes
• Inspect materials and workmanship for compliance with standards and quality requirements
• Monitor contractor performance and adherence to project schedules

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Conduct inspections and document findings related to:
• Construction deficiencies
• Punch list items
• Code and safety compliance issues
• Ensure compliance with company standards, client requirements, and applicable regulations (OSHA, NESC, etc.)
• Review and validate corrective actions taken by contractors
• Maintain detailed inspection reports, logs, and documentation

Safety Oversight

• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture on all job sites
• Conduct and participate in job safety briefings and site audits
• Identify and escalate unsafe conditions or behaviors immediately

Coordination & Communication

• Serve as the primary field liaison between construction crews, project management, and engineering teams
• Participate in project meetings, progress reviews, and coordination calls
• Provide regular updates on project status, risks, and issues
• Coordinate inspection schedules and ensure timely completion of milestones

Project Documentation & Reporting

Maintain accurate records of:

• Daily activities
• Inspection results
• Non-conformance reports (NCRs)
• Progress tracking
• Assist in closeout documentation and turnover packages
• Support audit readiness and internal/external reviews

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (Associate’s or technical degree preferred)
• 10+ years of experience in substation construction, inspection, or related field operations
• Strong working knowledge of:
• Substation civil requirements, structural systems and environmental regulations
• Grounding design and installation practices
• Steel erection and alignment
• Concrete construction practices
• Florida construction regulations
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and standards
• Familiarity with industry codes and regulations (OSHA, NESC, IEEE, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with EPC utility projects
• Previous role in construction inspection or QA/QC
• OSHA 10/30 certification

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong attention to detail and quality control mindset
• Ability to identify and resolve field issues proactively
• Effective communication and coordination skills
• Leadership presence in field environments

Work Environment

• Primarily field-based role with frequent travel to job sites
• Exposure to outdoor conditions and active construction environments
• May require extended hours depending on project schedules

Physical Requirements

• Ability to walk job sites for extended periods
• Ability to climb ladders, work at heights, and navigate uneven terrain
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs as needed