T&D Project Manager

• Lead 69-500kV T&D projects in a boutique team with Fortune‑500 expertise.
• Hybrid role managing brownfield/greenfield work with top utility clients.

About Our Client

A boutique, high‑caliber engineering and infrastructure partner, this firm delivers utility‑grade technical excellence with the responsiveness and personal touch of a close‑knit team. Known for its deep expertise in transmission, substation, and distribution projects, the company pairs senior multidisciplinary talent with an agile, hands‑on approach-offering Fortune‑500‑level capability in a smaller, relationship‑driven environment. Utilities rely on the firm for precise engineering, owner's‑engineer support, and critical project execution delivered with unmatched attention, transparency, and care.

Job Description

• Responsible for full project execution, contract administration, planning, and resource management across brownfield and greenfield utility infrastructure.
• Take ownership of all aspects of project performance - including safety, schedule, budget, reporting, and client experience - through the entire project life cycle.
• Accountable for all phases of the project life cycle: initiation, planning, execution, monitoring/controlling, and closeout.
• Manage and direct the project team to ensure accountability; provide mentorship and coaching to team members.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with client functional leads and stakeholders.
• Lead efforts to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget across transmission (69-500+ kV), substation, and distribution scopes.
• Support reporting of key performance indicators, including schedule, budget, and other dashboard metrics.
• Identify and control construction risks, including those unique to energized/brownfield environments.
• Recognize, track, and manage scope changes and associated impacts.
• Communicate effectively and consult with appropriate stakeholders and supervisors.
• Prepare clear, concise project documentation and reports that meet client requirements.
• Analyze issues and provide solutions to improve project performance and overall results

The Successful Applicant

A successful T&D Project Manager should have:

• 10+ years of experience in Project Management of Utility, Construction, Engineering, or other relevant experience
• Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary teams
• Experience with serving as a firm/client liaison in a support or lead role
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple competing priorities is critical to success
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in a collaborative team setting
• Comfortable with approximately 10-25% domestic travel

• A BS in Construction Management, Business, Engineering, or similar degree
• Engineering design experience is a plus
• PMP Certification is a plus
• Construction/field knowledge or experience is a plus

What's on Offer

• Competitive hourly pay ranging from $70/hr to $85/hr+, based on experience.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits offered.
• Work alongside industry-leading PMs and Engineers on high-impact grid modernization projects.
• Gain structured, hands-on development toward full Project Manager responsibilities.
• Collaborative work environment with a focus on professional growth.
• Join a respected, people-focused engineering partner known for mentorship and career growth.