Location: France
Industry: Infrastructure & Construction – Energy / High Voltage Substations (HVB)
Start Date: Immediate
Context
As part of high-voltage electrical infrastructure projects, HV Substation Site Supervisors are involved in the construction, renovation, and extension of substations and high-voltage installations. The positions require experience in HV environments, with a specialization in civil engineering, structural steelwork, or high-voltage electrical systems.
Main Responsibilities
• Organize and manage construction activities on HV substation sites.
• Supervise construction teams and coordinate subcontractors.
• Ensure compliance with schedules, budgets, quality standards, and safety requirements.
• Verify that completed works comply with drawings, specifications, and technical requirements.
• Participate in site meetings and provide progress reporting.
• Identify technical deviations and implement necessary corrective actions.
• Coordinate interfaces between the various technical disciplines (civil works, steel structures, and electrical works).
• Ensure compliance with HSE procedures and regulations specific to HV environments.
• Participate in the acceptance, testing, and commissioning of installations.
Candidate Profile
• Technical qualification in Civil Engineering, Electrotechnics, Structural Steel Construction, or an equivalent field.
• Significant experience working on HV substation projects.
• Strong expertise in one of the following disciplines:
- Civil Engineering,
- Structural Steelwork,
- High-Voltage Electrical Systems.
• Good understanding of the constraints and requirements associated with high-voltage substations.
• Willingness to travel nationwide depending on project needs.
• Ability to manage site teams and work effectively in a multi-stakeholder environment.
• Strong organizational skills, responsiveness, and attention to detail.
Technical Skills
• Supervision and coordination of HV substation construction works.
• Ability to read and interpret construction and execution drawings.
• Site management in high-voltage environments.
• Coordination of multiple technical disciplines and contractors.
• Monitoring of quality, safety, and construction progress.
• Knowledge of HSE procedures and access requirements specific to HV substations.
Tools
• Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word)
• MS Project or equivalent planning software
• AutoCAD and drawing review tools
• Site reporting and construction monitoring tools