Transmission Project Manager

Transmission Project ManagerThe Transmission Project Manager plans, leads, and executes transmission line and substation capital projects from initial concept through final closeout. This role provides leadership across all phases of the project lifecycle, including planning, engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and project turnover. The Project Manager ensures that projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with all applicable regulatory, environmental, and internal requirements, while supporting reliable utility operations and system growth.Responsibilities include:Leading transmission line and substation capital projects through all phases of development and execution, from initiation to closeout.Managing project scope, schedule, budget, quality, risk, and stakeholder expectations throughout the project lifecycle.Coordinating engineering, procurement, construction, outage planning, operations, environmental, permitting, land acquisition, and commissioning activities to ensure cohesive project delivery.Directing internal project teams, engineering consultants, contractors, and vendors to achieve defined project objectives.Ensuring all projects comply with safety standards, regulatory requirements, environmental commitments, and company policies.Developing and driving project execution strategies that support successful commercial and operational outcomes.Developing and maintaining detailed project execution plans and schedules in partnership with Project Controls personnel.Monitoring project progress and performance against approved milestones and deliverables.Evaluating schedule impacts, identifying delays, and implementing recovery plans when necessary to maintain timelines.Tracking project expenditures, commitments, and forecasts to ensure adherence to approved budgets.Supporting cost variance analysis and providing accurate, timely financial reporting to leadership.Developing budget forecasts and recommending corrective actions to address potential cost overruns or financial risks.Identifying project risks and developing mitigation and contingency plans to minimize impact on scope, schedule, and budget.Managing project change requests, including scope modifications, and securing appropriate approvals.Monitoring emerging risks, escalating critical issues requiring leadership attention, and driving resolution.Leading project reviews, lessons learned sessions, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance future project performance.Maintaining thorough documentation of project decisions, risks, issues, and corrective actions.Serving as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, including internal and external parties.Preparing and delivering project updates, presentations, and executive-level reports that clearly communicate status, risks, and decisions.Building and maintaining strong working relationships with engineering, construction, operations, finance, regulatory agencies, contractors, landowners, and customers.Facilitating communication among stakeholders to resolve conflicts, remove barriers, and align priorities across functions.Supporting permitting, regulatory, and community outreach activities as needed to advance project approvals and acceptance.Overseeing construction management activities, including coordination of construction documents, field execution, and contractor performance.Supporting outage management and planning to minimize system impacts during construction and commissioning.Engaging in project estimation, design coordination, and project engineering oversight to ensure technical and commercial alignment.Applying project controls, risk management, and change management practices to maintain control over project outcomes.Ensuring capital projects align with broader capital improvement programs and organizational objectives.Providing leadership to cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration, accountability, and a strong safety culture.Essential skills include:Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related discipline.Demonstrated experience managing capital projects in utility, power delivery, energy, construction, infrastructure, or industrial environments.Knowledge of engineering design and construction practices relevant to transmission lines and substations.Experience with outage coordination, permitting, land acquisition, and regulatory compliance processes.Proven experience in project scheduling, budgeting, forecasting, cost management, and financial reporting.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities applied to complex capital projects.Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment.Excellent written, verbal, and presentation communication skills for technical and executive audiences.Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.Capability in project planning and execution for large, multi-disciplinary projects.Experience in capital budget management, including cost control and variance analysis.Skill in schedule development and performance monitoring using project controls tools.Experience in contract and vendor management within construction or utility projects.Competence in risk assessment and mitigation for technical and commercial project risks.Experience in change management, including scope control and change order administration.Stakeholder engagement skills, including the ability to build relationships and manage expectations.Resource coordination skills to align internal and external resources with project needs.Strategic thinking and problem resolution skills to address complex project challenges.Executive presentation and reporting skills, including the ability to summarize complex information clearly.Conflict resolution skills and the ability to navigate differing priorities among stakeholders.Team leadership and collaboration skills, with a focus on safety leadership, business execution, and business acumen.Additional skills and qualifications include:PMP (Project Management Professional) certification.Experience managing electric transmission line and substation projects.Understanding of transmission system planning, design, construction, and utility operations.Experience supporting large-scale capital improvement programs.Familiarity with utility project governance processes and stage-gate methodologies.Experience with capital project controls frameworks and tools.Experience with Primavera P6 scheduling software.Experience with Oracle financial systems or similar project accounting platforms.Knowledge of NERC and FERC requirements, as well as state regulatory requirements and utility industry standards.Demonstrated safety leadership and commitment to safe work practices.Strong business acumen and understanding of how capital projects support organizational strategy.Ability to think strategically while executing detailed project plans.Work environment:This role combines office-based and field-based work in support of transmission and substation project sites. The Transmission Project Manager regularly collaborates with engineering, construction, operations, and external partners in an office setting while also visiting active project locations, contractor facilities, and stakeholder meeting venues. The position requires periodic travel to project sites and related facilities. The role includes supporting projects during critical construction periods, planned outages, and commissioning activities, which may require flexibility in working hours to align with field schedules and system needs. The work environment emphasizes safety, collaboration, and effective communication across diverse technical and non-technical teams.Job type and location:This is a contract position based out of Birmingham, AL.Pay and benefits:The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $72.00/hr. 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 type:This is a fully onsite position in Birmingham, AL.Application deadline:This position is anticipated to close on Aug 14, 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