Substation Project Manager

Project Manager - Substation (Fort Worth, TX)Our client is a nationally recognized engineering, construction, and consulting firm experiencing significant growth within its Transmission & Distribution (T&D) business across North Texas. Due to continued expansion and a strong project backlog, they are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead substation projects, support key utility clients, and help drive the growth and development of the regional team.The ideal candidate will bring a combination of substation design expertise, project management experience, and leadership capabilities. This individual will oversee project scope, schedules, budgets, and risk management while ensuring successful project execution from conception through completion.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and manage substation engineering and design projects.Maintain accountability for project financial performance, schedules, scope, and deliverables.Serve as a primary point of contact for utility and power delivery clients.Conduct quality reviews for physical and protection & control (P&C) substation designs as needed.Collaborate with engineering, design, and project management teams across multiple offices.Mentor junior project managers and technical staff to support professional development.Support recruiting, retention, and growth initiatives within the engineering team.Help strengthen existing client relationships and contribute to business development efforts.Required QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited program.Minimum 7+ years of engineering design and project management experience within the power delivery or substation industry.Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.Proven experience managing project budgets, schedules, scope, and risk.Ability to influence teams, drive results, and lead through change.Preferred QualificationsProfessional Engineer (PE) license strongly preferred.10+ years of engineering design and project management experience.PMP certification and/or advanced degree in Engineering or Construction Management.Experience supporting utility, transmission, and distribution projects.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Fort Worth, TX.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $45.00 - $85.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)Workplace TypeThis is a hybrid position in Fort Worth, TX.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Sep 22, 2026.