Lead Project Manager - Transmission & Substation

Michael Page International

Fort Worth, Texas

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$160,000–$180,000 Per Year
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Brownfield Redevelopment, Budgeting, Business Growth, Business Support, Change Requests/Orders, Commission Controls, Commissioning, Construction Contracts, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Support, Consulting, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Energy Management, Engineering Consulting, Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC/EPCC/EPCM), Facilities Management, Forecasting, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), Green Construction, Leadership, MPI, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Performance Analysis, Performance Metrics, Project Commissioning, Project Control, Project Engineering, Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Schedule, Project Tracking, Project/Program Coordination, Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Metrics, Regulatory Requirements, Risk Management, Safety Compliance, Safety/Work Safety, State Laws and Regulations, Support Documentation, Technical/Engineering Design, Truck Driver
LOCATION
Fort Worth, Texas
POSTED
2 days ago
Lead Project Manager - Transmission & SubstationOur client is a nationally recognized engineering and consulting firm supporting utilities, municipalities, and energy providers across North America. With a strong backlog of transmission and substation projects, they offer long-term career growth, technical development, and opportunities to lead critical infrastructure programs that support grid reliability and expansion.Job DescriptionLead the planning, execution, and delivery of transmission and substation projects ranging from 69kV to 500kV.Manage project scope, schedule, budget, forecasting, and risk mitigation activities.Coordinate multidisciplinary teams including engineering, procurement, construction, environmental, permitting, and commissioning personnel.Serve as the primary point of contact for utility clients, contractors, and key stakeholders.Oversee substation greenfield and brownfield projects, including AIS and GIS facilities.Manage transmission line projects involving overhead and underground systems.Ensure compliance with safety programs, quality standards, utility specifications, and regulatory requirements.Review project deliverables, change orders, RFIs, contracts, and construction documentation.Support procurement activities, contractor management, and vendor coordination.Monitor project performance metrics and provide regular status updates to leadership and clients.Mentor junior project managers and project engineers while supporting business growth initiatives.MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.The Successful ApplicantBachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.8+ years of project management experience supporting utility, transmission, or substation projects.Experience managing projects within the 69kV-500kV range.Strong understanding of utility construction, engineering design, commissioning, and project controls.Proven experience managing client relationships and multidisciplinary project teams.PMP certification preferred.Utility, EPC, consulting engineering, or owner-operator experience preferred.What's on OfferCompetitive salary ranging from $160,000 to $180,000 annually.Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.Lead high-profile transmission and substation projects supporting grid modernization.Strong project pipeline and long-term growth opportunities.Competitive compensation and bonus potential.Opportunity to work with industry-leading utility clients.Flexible work environment and career advancement opportunities.If you are ready to take the next step in your career, apply today to join a team that values expertise and leadership in energy project management.Contact Lauren Just Quote job ref JN-062026-7034251Job SummarySector: Engineering & ManufacturingSub Sector: Engineering Design and R&DIndustry: Energy & Natural ResourcesLocation: Fort WorthContract Type: PermanentConsultant Name: Lauren JustJob Reference: JN-062026-7034251Job Nature: Hybrid working

About the Company

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Michael Page International

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world. Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job. In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas: Banking and financial services Digital and e-commerce Engineering and manufacturing Finance and accounting Human resources Information technology Marketing Oil and gas Procurement and supply chain Property and construction Sales An Established Brand The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry. A Market Leader The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world. Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
WEBSITE
https://www.michaelpage.ca/