Electrical Project Manager (T&D OR Data Center)

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Salary: $110,000 - $200,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are a premier specialty infrastructure contractor delivering complex utility and energy projects across North America. Our teams play a critical role in building and maintaining the power systems that keep communities, businesses, and critical facilities connected. With decades of experience in large-scale transmission, distribution, and substation construction, we are committed to providing safe, reliable, and innovative solutions for our utility and energy partners.

Why join us?

• 100% covered medical/dental/vision premiums for you and dependents
• Join an industry leader with a strong reputation for executing some of the nation's most challenging power infrastructure projects.
• Work alongside experienced professionals on high-profile transmission programs that directly impact grid reliability and expansion.
• Enjoy significant opportunities for growth, leadership development, and advancement.
• Be part of a safety-first culture that prioritizes employee development and operational excellence.
• Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and long-term career stability.
• Help shape the future of energy infrastructure and support the ongoing modernization of the electric grid.

Job Details

Position Summary
We are seeking a Transmission Project Manager to oversee the successful execution of high-voltage transmission infrastructure projects from pre-construction through final closeout. This role is responsible for managing project performance, financial outcomes, client relationships, schedules, subcontractors, and field operations while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.

The ideal candidate has experience leading either commercial or utility projects within construction and thrives in a fast-paced construction environment where collaboration, leadership, and problem-solving are essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead transmission line projects through all phases of execution, including planning, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout.
• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, forecasts, and resource allocation plans.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including engineering, estimating, procurement, construction, quality, and safety personnel.
• Serve as the primary liaison between clients, field leadership, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor project financial performance, productivity, and resource utilization.
• Manage change orders, contract administration, and risk mitigation activities.
• Oversee subcontractor performance and ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Facilitate project meetings and provide timely reporting on schedule, budget, risks, and project milestones.
• Support permitting, environmental compliance, right-of-way coordination, and utility requirements as needed.
• Drive a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to all company, client, and regulatory standards.
• Identify and resolve project challenges while maintaining positive client relationships.
• Lead project closeout activities, turnover documentation, and lessons learned initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of project management experience supporting transmission, substation, utility, energy, or heavy civil infrastructure projects.
• Experience managing large capital construction projects and complex stakeholder environments.
• Strong understanding of transmission line construction methodologies, utility practices, and project controls.
• Proven track record managing project schedules, budgets, subcontractors, and field operations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and client-facing skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or similar scheduling software.
• Ability to review contracts, manage change orders, and oversee project financial performance.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience managing transmission projects ranging from 69kV to 500kV+.
• Utility, EPC, or specialty contractor project management experience.
• PMP certification or equivalent project management credentials.
• Familiarity with NERC, FERC, OSHA, and utility industry standards.
• Experience supporting grid modernization, renewable interconnections, and large-scale transmission expansion initiatives.

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