Substation Project Manager
We are seeking a highly organized, detail‑driven Project Manager with proven experience overseeing EPC‑focused substation projects.
Primary Responsibilities
Project Planning & Execution
- Lead all phases of project delivery-planning, execution, and closeout-ensuring work remains on schedule, within the defined scope, and aligned with budget and profitability goals.
- Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, cash‑flow projections, and resource allocation plans.
- Build work breakdown structures and assign tasks to appropriate team members.
- Conduct project kickoff meetings, clarify scope and expectations, and hold ongoing team meetings to maintain progress and accountability.
- Identify project risks early and implement strategies to reduce or eliminate them.
- Track project performance, issue routine progress updates, and manage formal project close‑out activities.
Client Coordination & Communication
- Serve as the primary project representative and maintain strong working relationships with client contacts.
- Respond promptly to client inquiries, ideally within 48 hours.
- Monitor client satisfaction and resolve issues as they arise.
- Meet with clients to gather requirements, communicate updates, and address concerns.
- Provide regular project status reports according to established reporting standards.
Team Leadership & Internal Collaboration
- Promote clear communication within the division to ensure alignment on staffing needs, workloads, and deadlines.
- Work with leadership to resolve conflicts in scheduling or resource availability.
- Proactively remove bottlenecks that may delay team progress.
- Maintain clear and consistent communication with all stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
- Support the development of project proposals by collaborating with leadership to establish cost estimates, delivery timelines, and required approvals.
Performance Management & Administrative Duties
- Participate in mid‑month WIP meetings to provide project updates and feedback.
- Share input with supervisors regarding team member performance to support evaluations and professional development.
- Complete daily time and expense reporting accurately.
- Perform additional responsibilities as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field, or 10 years of project management experience.
- Strong analytical and technical problem‑solving skills, with excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
- Minimum of 5 years managing transmission and substation projects.
- Experience collaborating directly with material manufacturers involved in transmission line or high‑voltage substation design and development.
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