Senior Project Manager - Transmission & Distribution

Michael Page International

Modesto, California

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$85–$95 Per Hour
JOB TYPE
Temporary
SKILLS
Alternative Energy, Budget Management, Budgeting, Business Development, Calendar Management, Career Development, Change Order Management, Commissioning, Construction, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, Construction Support, Contract Management, Contract Negotiation, Corporate Compliance, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Electrical Utility, Electricity, Energy & Utilities, Energy Performance Certificate (EPC), Engineering Consulting, Engineering Management, Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC/EPCC/EPCM), Financial Management, Financial Projections, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Microsoft Project, Multitasking, OSHA, Performance Analysis, Primavera, Profit & Loss, Project Close-Out, Project Commissioning, Project Control, Project Engineering, Project Estimates, Project Schedule, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Revenue Forecasting, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Sales Presentation, Strategic Accounts, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Technical/Engineering Design
LOCATION
Modesto, California
POSTED
2 days ago
Senior Project Manager - Transmission & DistributionManage the full lifecycle of transmission and substation projects from proposal through engineering, procurement, construction support, commissioning, and project closeout. Lead projects involving 69kV-500kV transmission lines, substations, switchyards, renewable interconnections, battery energy storage (BESS), and utility infrastructure. Develop and manage project scopes, schedules, budgets, resource plans, and risk mitigation strategies. Serve as the primary point of contact for utility, municipal, renewable energy, and industrial clients. Lead multidisciplinary teams consisting of engineers, designers, project controls, and field personnel. Monitor project financial performance, including revenue forecasting, earned value, profitability, and change order management. Coordinate with engineering managers, construction managers, and subcontractors to ensure project milestones are achieved. Identify project risks and implement mitigation plans to minimize schedule or budget impacts. Manage contract negotiations, scope modifications, and client deliverables. Conduct regular project reviews, status meetings, and executive reporting. Ensure compliance with company QA/QC procedures, client standards, OSHA requirements, and applicable industry codes. Mentor Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, and Project Engineers while supporting career development. Support business development activities including proposals, client presentations, and strategic account growth.A successful Senior Project Manager - Transmission & Distribution should have: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related field. 10+ years of project management experience within electric utility, power delivery, EPC, or engineering consulting environments. Proven experience managing Transmission & Distribution projects. Experience overseeing projects involving 69kV-500kV transmission lines and substations. Strong understanding of engineering design, procurement, construction, and commissioning processes. Demonstrated experience managing project budgets exceeding several million dollars. Strong client-facing communication and leadership skills. Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, Excel, and project financial management tools. Experience managing multidisciplinary engineering teams. Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced environment.Competitive hourly pay ranging from $85 to $95 USD. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits (MDV). Lead high-profile 69kV-500kV T&D projects. Competitive compensation and performance bonus. Hybrid/flexible work environment. Strong pipeline of utility and renewable energy projects. Clear advancement into Program Manager or Director-level leadership. Collaborative culture with long-term career growth and technical leadership opportunities.

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/