Transmission and Substation Project Manager
Join a growing utility organization at the forefront of grid modernization, infrastructure expansion, and large-scale capital projects. This role will support the planning, execution, and delivery of high-profile transmission, substation, interconnection, and power infrastructure projects across a rapidly expanding portfolio.
As a Project Manager, Large Construction & Maintenance, you will be responsible for managing project scope, schedule, budget, resources, and stakeholder coordination while supporting critical initiatives that strengthen the electric grid and enable economic development throughout the region.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage medium to large-scale utility construction projects from initiation through closeout
- Lead project scope, schedule, budget, forecasting, and risk management activities
- Coordinate internal teams, contractors, consultants, and external stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery
- Monitor project performance, cash flow, cost controls, and schedule adherence
- Support transmission line, substation, interconnection, transformer replacement, and infrastructure improvement projects
- Facilitate project meetings and provide regular updates to leadership and project stakeholders
- Forecast, document, and communicate project variances and mitigation strategies
- Ensure compliance with company construction management processes, safety requirements, and project governance standards
- Support resource planning to ensure labor, materials, and contractor resources are effectively deployed
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to project delivery, cost estimating, scheduling, and construction management practices
Requirements
- 3-10+ years of project management experience within the electric utility industry
- Experience leading utility capital projects in transmission, substation, distribution, generation interconnection, or related infrastructure environments
- Strong understanding of project scheduling, budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and cost controls
- Experience working with complex, high-visibility construction projects
- Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and cross-functional project teams
- Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
- Knowledge of utility construction practices and project delivery methodologies
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field preferred
- PMP and/or PMI certifications strongly preferred
- Experience delivering transmission line, substation, or large utility infrastructure projects is highly desirable
- Demonstrated ability to manage project scope, cost, schedule, and performance metrics
- Experience with project reporting, forecasting, and executive-level communications
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment supporting multiple concurrent projects
Ideal Background
We're particularly interested in Project Managers who bring a strong combination of utility experience and formal project management expertise. Candidates from transmission, substation, or large-scale distribution environments who have demonstrated success managing schedules, budgets, forecasting, contractor coordination, and stakeholder communications will be especially well-positioned for success in this role.
FAQs
Congratulations, we understand that taking the time to apply is a big step. When you apply, your details go directly to the consultant who is sourcing talent. Due to demand, we may not get back to all applicants that have applied. However, we always keep your resume and details on file so when we see similar roles or see skillsets that drive growth in organizations, we will always reach out to discuss opportunities.
Yes. Even if this role isn’t a perfect match, applying allows us to understand your expertise and ambitions, ensuring you're on our radar for the right opportunity when it arises.
We also work in several ways, firstly we advertise our roles available on our site, however, often due to confidentiality we may not post all. We also work with clients who are more focused on skills and understanding what is required to future-proof their business.
That's why we recommend registering your resume so you can be considered for roles that have yet to be created.
Yes, we help with resume and interview preparation. From customized support on how to optimize your resume to interview preparation and compensation negotiations, we advocate for you throughout your next career move.