Project Manager - Transmission

Michael Page International

Chattanooga, Tennessee

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$130,000–$180,000 Per Year
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Budget Management, Budgeting, Calendar Management, Capital Project, Cash Flow, Cash Management, Commissioning, Construction, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Planning, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Delivery Management, Energy Performance Certificate (EPC), Environmental Regulations, Financial Reporting, Forecasting, Green Construction, Leadership, MPI, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Project, Performance Analysis, Primavera, Process Improvement, Program Planning, Progress Reports, Project Control, Project Development, Project Execution, Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Planning, Project Schedule, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Risk Management, Safety Training, Safety/Work Safety, Schedule Development, State Laws and Regulations, Team Lead/Manager, Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Chattanooga, Tennessee
POSTED
1 day ago
Project Manager - TransmissionJoin a growing power delivery and infrastructure organization delivering critical transmission projects that strengthen grid reliability, support renewable integration, and expand energy capacity across North America. This team partners with utilities, developers, and EPC stakeholders to execute complex transmission programs from early planning through construction and energization.Manage full lifecycle delivery of transmission line and power delivery projects from development through construction and commissioning.Develop and maintain project execution plans, schedules, budgets, forecasts, and resource plans.Lead coordination between engineering, construction, environmental, permitting, procurement, and field teams.Monitor project performance against scope, cost, schedule, quality, and safety objectives.Facilitate project meetings and provide executive-level reporting on progress, risks, and mitigation strategies.Review and approve project changes, contract modifications, and budget adjustments.Partner with clients, utilities, subcontractors, and internal leadership to ensure successful project delivery.Track labor utilization, contractor performance, and construction readiness activities.Identify schedule impacts and proactively implement recovery plans where necessary.Support project forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting.Ensure compliance with applicable utility standards, environmental requirements, and safety expectations.Drive continuous improvement initiatives across project execution processes.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.A successful Project Manager - Transmission should have:Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related discipline preferred.5-12+ years of experience managing transmission, substation, utility, EPC, or power infrastructure projects.Experience overseeing projects involving 69kV-765kV transmission systems preferred.Demonstrated experience managing budgets, schedules, and multidisciplinary project teams.Strong understanding of transmission project delivery phases including engineering, permitting, procurement, and construction.Knowledge of project controls and scheduling tools (Primavera P6, MS Project, or equivalent).Familiarity with utility standards, contractor management, and construction execution.PMP certification preferred but not required.Ability to travel to project sites as needed.Competitive salary ranging from $130,000 to $180,000 annually.Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.High-visibility transmission programs with meaningful infrastructure impact.Opportunity to lead cross-functional teams and major capital projects.Strong career progression into Program Management or Operations leadership.Exposure to grid modernization, renewable integration, and large-scale utility initiatives.Take the next step in your career by applying for the Project Manager - Transmission position today!

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/