Underground Construction Specialist - Utility Field Oversight

Job Posting: Underground Construction Specialist – Utility Field Oversight
Location: New Jersey
Position Type: Full-Time (On-Site)

About Us

CARIAN is a purpose-driven, certified woman-owned consulting and advisory firm serving the power and utilities sector. We partner with leading electric and gas utilities to deliver capital programs, enhance operations, and solve complex challenges with deep industry expertise.

 Position Overview

CARIAN is seeking an Underground Construction Specialist to support the Underground Transmission Projects Group for one of our major utility clients in New Jersey. This position plays a critical role in overseeing field execution, ensuring the safe, high-quality, and on-time construction of complex underground transmission projects.

This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with 5+ years of utility construction or project experience, particularly those with strong field coordination skills and a background in transmission infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and coordinate day-to-day construction activities for underground transmission projects

• Ensure work is performed in accordance with safety standards, design specifications, and regulatory requirements

• Lead and support field execution teams to maintain schedule and quality expectations

• Serve as the primary point of contact in the field for construction issues and resolution

• Monitor construction progress and report milestones, risks, and performance updates to internal and client stakeholders

• Support constructability reviews and field input during planning phases

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in utility engineering, construction, operations, or project management

• Strong field oversight experience in utility or infrastructure construction

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and experienced with project documentation and reporting

• Effective leadership, communication, and coordination skills

• Preferred (not required): Familiarity with underground transmission systems including pipe-type cable (HPFF) and XLPE, and experience in civil or electrical construction

Why CARIAN?

• Purpose-driven work – Support critical power infrastructure and reliability projects

• Industry reputation – Trusted by leading utilities for our expertise and performance

• Career growth – Real opportunities to grow your field and project management capabilities

• Collaborative culture – Work with a sharp, supportive team that values hands-on expertise

• Competitive total rewards – Competitive compensation, full benefits, 401(k) match, and recognition for your impact

CARIAN takes pride in being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, citizenship, gender expression or identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local legally protected class. 

As a Woman-Owned Business Enterprise, CARIAN is committed to providing employment opportunities to women, veterans, and underrepresented minorities.