Sr. Project Performance Field Specialist

Summary of Responsibilities:

At ATC, we power communities by building and maintaining the transmission infrastructure that keeps electricity flowing safely and reliably. As a Project Performance Field Specialist, you’ll be on the front lines of our capital construction projects ensuring quality, safety, and compliance from the ground up.
This is a highly autonomous, field-first role where your expertise directly influences project outcomes. If you thrive in dynamic construction environments and take pride in doing things right the first time, this is your opportunity to make a visible impact.

Essential Responsibilities:

Why This Role Matters

You are the connection between planning and execution ensuring that what’s happening in the field aligns with expectations, standards, and safety. Your ability to identify issues early, document clearly, and collaborate across teams helps keep projects on track and protects the integrity of ATC’s infrastructure.

What You’ll Do

• Own material receipting and inspections across assigned project sites
• Conduct QA/QC field inspections to verify condition, quantity, and specifications
• Identify, document, and communicate non-conformances
• Perform field observations comparing contractor plans to field conditions
• Partner with contractors and internal teams to resolve discrepancies
• Monitor material delays and risks
• Complete field documentation and reports
• Promote a strong safety culture
• Travel to project sites and work outdoors

What Sets You Apart

• Strong field QA/QC mindset with high attention to detail
• Knowledge of transmission, substation, or distribution construction
• Balances execution with compliance rigor
• Strong collaboration with contractors and teams
• Proactive risk identification
• Comfortable working independently

What You Bring

• Associate degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or equivalent experience (e.g. IBEW Journeyman)
• 5+ years of relevant construction experience
• Experience working with contractors and field crews
• Strong documentation and communication skills
• Knowledge of OSHA safety practices
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel

Why ATC

• Purpose-driven work supporting critical infrastructure
• Strong safety culture
• Autonomy in the field
• Visible impact on projects
• Opportunities for growth

If you’re ready to bring your field expertise to projects that matter and ensure work is done safely, correctly, and with integrity, we want you to join our Great Place to Work.

The targeted base pay for this position is $103,400 to $120,600 annually.*  Base pay is one component of our comprehensive total rewards package which includes an annual incentive bonus, employer-sponsored pension plan, 401(k) match, HSA contribution, life & disability insurance, health care benefits, generous time off plans, flexible work arrangements, and much more. 

*The pay range is a general guideline. Employment offers are evaluated individually and consider qualifications, experience, academic achievements, internal equity, and business needs. Pay exceeding the posted range is considered for uniquely qualified candidates. Interested internal candidates, with questions, please consult your Human Resources Business Partner.

Number of Openings Available:

1

Posting Date:

2026-06-15

Time Type:

Full time

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Applicants have rights under employment laws.  

ATC is an equal opportunity employer that seeks to foster diverse teams of talented people working safely together.  We respect and embrace diversity of all aspects and hire, train and promote employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.  We encourage women, minorities, veterans and individuals with a disability to apply.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law. 

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