Substation Project Manager

Job Title: Substation Project Manager

Job Description

This role involves leading power construction projects from initiation through closeout, focusing on transmission, substation, and utility-related projects. The Project Manager II will have end-to-end ownership of project delivery, ensuring alignment with scope, budget, schedule, safety, quality, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Initiate, plan, execute, control, and evaluate power construction projects.

• Manage day-to-day construction activities in partnership with a Construction Manager, including budgeting, scheduling, progress tracking, forecasting, and KPI-based decision-making.

• Develop project work plans, define scope, objectives, and evaluation criteria.

• Manage project construction schedules using Primavera.

• Coordinate procurement of materials, equipment, and labor to support project timelines.

• Lead weekly manpower and equipment planning meetings.

• Manage contract execution, change orders, subcontractors, and risk mitigation efforts.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, project personnel, subcontractors, and regulatory agencies.

• Prepare and submit progress reports, billing, and cash flow projections.

• Provide regular project performance and financial updates to management.

• Support site visits, field walk-downs, and client meetings as needed.

• Ensure adherence to safety programs, quality standards, and regulatory compliance, including OSHA, NEC, and NFPA 70E.

• Manage project closeout and warranty processes.

Essential Skills

• 4-8 years of experience in project management with emphasis on transmission, substation, or data center utility projects.

• Substation experience of 4-8 years is a must.

• Full ownership of project scope expected.

• Experience managing projects of increasing size and scope.

• Strong construction fundamentals with clear understanding of field operations.

• Ability to read and interpret civil, structural, and electrical plans and specifications.

• Familiarity with OSHA, NEC, NFPA 70E, and other relevant safety and construction regulations.

• Financial management skills, including budget tracking, forecasting, and cost control.

• Ability to independently assess project status, timelines, and cost-to-complete.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• PMP, CCM, PE, or similar credentials preferred.

• Experience with Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies.

• Advanced Microsoft Office proficiency.

• Knowledge of power construction specifications and estimating.

• Experience with cash flow projections and billing.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and relationship-building skills.

Work Environment

The work environment is project-based, involving a mix of office work and jobsite presence, including site visits and field walk-downs as needed. The company culture is purpose-driven, safety-focused, and collaborative, emphasizing integrity, quality, and teamwork. The team works closely with construction managers, subcontractors, clients, and leadership, leading project teams on medium to large projects. The role follows a standard project management schedule with flexibility based on project needs, requiring professional office attire and appropriate PPE when on site. Company-paid travel expenses, a pickup truck, fuel card, iPhone, and P-card are provided.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Houston, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $91000.00 - $137000.00/yr.

Benefits available include Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance, a 401k plan and Employee Stock Purchase plan.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Houston,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 22, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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