Head of Project Management (Remote)

This position is not eligible for recruiting or sourcing by outside parties.

We will never ask for sensitive information, such as bank account details, SSN, etc., If you receive any communication asking for such information, it is not from Mesa. Mesa Associates, Inc. is seeking an experienced Project Manager with substation expertise to join our Power Delivery team. This role is ideal for a driven leader who understands the technical and operational demands of utility substation planning, engineering & construction projects and can confidently guide multidisciplinary teams from project initiation through closeout.

You will lead high voltage power delivery substation projects, ensuring safety, quality, budget, and schedule objectives are consistently achieved while maintaining exceptional client satisfaction. With the full support of our Project Support Office (PSO), you’ll play a central role in delivering successful outcomes across a program of substation projects.

Project Leadership & Execution

Lead cross-functional planning/engineering/construction teams in the execution of utility substation design & construction projects.

Develop and manage key project planning documents, including:

Project Execution Plans

Project Initiation Documentation

Drive accountability to scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives.

Schedule & Budget Management

Monitor and control project schedules and budgets.

Identify, document, and manage scope changes affecting cost and timeline.

Partner with associate project managers, coordinators, schedulers, analyst and controllers to forecast spending, accruals, and financial performance.

Support Program Managers/Directors in maintaining strong cost and schedule performance.

Risk & Issue Management

Proactively identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies.

Maintain accurate and current project status reporting systems.

Support design teams in resolving technical challenges.

Participate in client meetings and substation site visits while adhering to all safety requirements.

Bachelor’s degree in project management, engineering, construction management, or related field.

Minimum 6 years of relevant project experience which should include:

Heavy industrial construction, preferably related to high voltage substations.

Electrical design & construction activities.

Engaging with and leading engineering/design projects.

PMP Preferred, but not required.

Understanding of PMI Project Management Methodologies and Processes is a plus.

Demonstrated experience managing power utility substation design projects.

Ability to manage multiple projects or a program simultaneously.

Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and project scheduling software.

Working knowledge of corporate accounting practices and business operations.

Independent judgment with minimal supervision.

Professional presence and stakeholder management capability.

Proven ability to manage emergent or fast-track projects.

Willingness to attend meetings at substation sites and client facilities, including occasional travel up to 5-10% to client locations mostly in middle and eastern Kentucky.

Ability to work effectively with remote and distributed teams.

Willingness to travel to client sites as needed to support project alignment and execution.

Mesa Associates is unable to sponsor or transfer work visas for this position.