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Senior Project Manager (Major Utility Projects)

$120k - $200k

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Lead High-Voltage Transmission & Substation Projects That Power Communities

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Drew Fetter
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Salary: $120,000 - $200,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are a leading national contractor specializing in outside electrical construction, with deep experience in transmission, distribution, substations, EPC, and storm-restoration work.

Why join us?
  • 100% company-paid benefits for employee and family
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Holiday Pay
  • Professional Development
  • Tuition Assistance

Job Details

This role leads engineering activities for high-voltage transmission & substation projects, supporting everything from early design through construction and closeout.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead engineering efforts across all project phases and support field operations as needed.
  • Oversee external engineering firms, set performance expectations, and review deliverables.
  • Maintain engineering standards, documentation practices, and quality controls.
  • Forecast resource needs, manage staffing plans, and mentor engineering team members.
  • Support proposal development, customer meetings, and overall project planning.
Qualifications
  • 6+ years of engineering or engineering management experience in utility or high-voltage infrastructure.
  • Engineering degree required; PE license preferred.
  • Strong background in civil, structural, or electrical engineering and utility standards.
  • Proven experience leading engineering teams and managing complex projects.
  • Knowledge of scheduling, contracts, estimating, and project controls.

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