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Findlay, OH; Findlay Service Center
Source: American Electric Power careers · View original posting
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Job Posting End Date
10-25-2026 Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.
Job Summary
The role of a Construction Lead within one or more primary disciplines including Constructability, Construction Planning, Transmission Lines, Substations, Distribution, Fiber Communications, or Tower Communications is to provide leadership and field oversight to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality construction execution, with a strong emphasis on identifying and addressing safety risks.
This position serves as the subject matter expert and primary liaison between Construction Management and cross-functional partners, supporting project planning, coordination, and execution while ensuring alignment across stakeholders, schedules, and field activities.
Job Description
Construction Lead Senior
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Safety or related field and six (6) years’ experience of overseeing/directing transmission and distribution station construction and/or transmission line construction work.
OR
ABET accredited Associate degree in electrical, construction management, safety, civil engineering technology or related field of study and eight (8) years’ experience in overseeing/directing transmission and distribution station construction and/or transmission line construction work
OR
High school diploma or GED with a minimum of ten (10) years of direct experience as an AEP/contractor line or station field employee or Construction Rep.
Work Experience
Related experience is defined as involvement with transmission overseeing/directing transmission and distribution station construction and/or transmission line construction work. 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.
Construction Lead Principal
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field and eight (8) years’ experience of overseeing/directing transmission and distribution station construction and/or transmission line construction work.
OR
Bachelor’s degree in Construction Technology or ABET-accredited Engineering Technology with ten (10) years of relevant experience.
OR
Associate degree in Construction Management Technology or ABET-accredited Electrical or Civil Engineering Technology with twelve (12) years of relevant experience.
OR
High school diploma or GED with fourteen (14) experience in construction, project execution, or field operations within electric utility or infrastructure environments.
Work Experience
Related experience is defined as involvement with transmission overseeing/directing transmission and distribution station construction and/or transmission line construction work. 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.
Other Preferred Requirements
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook, for data analysis, reporting, and communications.
Experience using Microsoft Teams, SharePoint, and OneDrive for collaboration, document management, and team coordination.
Familiarity with Power BI for data visualization and reporting, and Power Automate for workflow optimization is a plus.
Strong ability to develop professional presentations, dashboards, and reports to communicate project status, risks, and performance metrics.
Experience working in a digital, collaboration-driven environment with structured file management and version control practices.
Ability to quickly learn and apply enterprise systems such as project scheduling tools, work management systems, and GIS platforms.
Strong organizational and documentation skills to support standardized processes, reporting, and knowledge sharing across teams.
An understanding of Bulk Electric System operations, construction management practices, or engineering disciplines supporting transmission, distribution, or communication infrastructure is required.
Candidates must demonstrate strong analytical and technical capabilities, including the ability to interpret project documentation, plans, and schedules.
In addition to competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.
Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do
At AEP, we’re more than just an energy company — we’re a team of dedicated professionals committed to delivering safe, reliable, and innovative energy solutions. Guided by our mission to put the customer first, we strive to exceed expectations by listening, responding, and continuously improving the way we serve our communities. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of a forward-thinking organization, this is the company for you!
Compensation
SP20-008
$98,993.00 - $151,132.50
The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.
Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
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It is hereby reaffirmed that it is the policy of American Electric Power (AEP) to provide Equal Employment Opportunity in all respects of the employer-employee relationship including recruiting, hiring, upgrading and promotion, conditions and privileges of employment, company sponsored training programs, educational assistance, social and recreational programs, compensation, benefits, transfers, discipline, layoffs and termination of employment to all employees and applicants without discrimination because of race, color, religion,
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