Project Manager - Substation

The Substation Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and closing electrical substation projects safely, on schedule, and within budget. This role manages all phases of substation construction-including engineering coordination, procurement, construction, testing, and energization-while serving as the primary point of contact for clients, utilities, contractors, and internal stakeholders.

• Manage end-to-end delivery of substation projects (greenfield, brownfield, upgrades, expansions)
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and forecasts
• Ensure compliance with scope, contract terms, and change management procedures
• Lead project kickoff meetings, progress reviews, and closeout activities

• Coordinate with engineering teams on substation design (HV/MV equipment, protection & control, civil/structural)
• Review drawings, specifications, and technical submittals
• Support equipment procurement including transformers, breakers, relays, steel, and control buildings

• Oversee construction activities including site prep, foundations, steel erection, equipment installation, wiring, and testing
• Coordinate subcontractors, inspectors, and commissioning teams
• Resolve field issues, RFIs, and constructability challenges

• Enforce site-specific safety plans and company safety policies
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, NFPA 70E, NESC, and utility standards
• Promote a strong safety culture and conduct job hazard analyses (JHAs)

• Serve as primary client interface for schedule, cost, and technical matters
• Prepare and present project status reports
• Coordinate with utilities, AHJs, and permitting agencies

• Track project costs, labor, and productivity
• Manage change orders, claims, and contract amendments
• Support invoicing, cost-to-complete, and project closeout documentation

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of experience managing electrical substation or T&D projects
• Strong understanding of substation construction, testing, and commissioning
• Proven experience managing schedules, budgets, and subcontractors
• Proficiency with project management tools (MS Project, Primavera P6, Procore, or similar)
• Willingness to travel to project sites (25-50%+ depending on workload)

• Utility-scale or EPC substation experience
• Experience with high-voltage systems (69kV-500kV)
• PMP certification or equivalent
• Familiarity with protection & control systems and relay testing