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Lead Project Manager - Substation & Transmission

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This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, which manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Lead Project Manager – Substation & Transmission based in the United States.

The Lead Project Manager will oversee the execution of multiple transmission, substation, and distribution projects, guiding complex capital initiatives from initial planning through final closeout. This leadership role combines project delivery, contract administration, resource planning, and stakeholder management to ensure projects meet safety, schedule, budget, and quality expectations. You will coordinate multidisciplinary teams and collaborate with clients, internal departments, and external partners throughout the project lifecycle. The role also involves managing construction risks, monitoring performance indicators, and resolving issues to maintain project momentum and client satisfaction. Success requires strong leadership, sound judgment, and the ability to manage competing priorities across multiple projects. This is a remote position within the United States, with approximately 10–25% domestic travel.

Accountabilities

  • Lead the end-to-end execution of multiple transmission, substation, and distribution projects, covering initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, control, and closeout.
  • Manage project execution, contract administration, schedules, budgets, resources, reporting, and overall client experience.
  • Maintain accountability for project performance, ensuring work is completed safely, to the required standards, on time, and within budget.
  • Direct multidisciplinary project teams, establish clear responsibilities, and provide mentoring and coaching to support team performance and development.
  • Build and maintain productive relationships with client functional leads, stakeholders, internal departments, and external partners.
  • Monitor project schedules, budgets, and other key performance indicators, contributing to accurate reporting and performance dashboards.
  • Identify, assess, and manage construction risks, implementing appropriate controls and solutions to reduce potential project impacts.
  • Recognize and manage project changes, tracking their effects on scope, schedules, costs, resources, and delivery commitments.
  • Communicate project status, risks, decisions, and issues to relevant stakeholders and supervisors, ensuring timely consultation and alignment.
  • Prepare clear, concise project reports that meet client requirements and support informed decision-making.
  • Analyze project challenges, resolve delivery issues, and recommend improvements to strengthen outcomes and execution efficiency.
  • Apply appropriate professional judgment when using technology-assisted tools and remain accountable for the quality and accuracy of project work.
  • At least 15 years of project management experience in utilities, construction, engineering, or a related field.
  • Demonstrated experience managing capital projects and coordinating multidisciplinary teams across complex project environments.
  • Experience serving as a primary or supporting liaison between clients, project teams, and other stakeholders.
  • Strong understanding of project planning, execution, contract administration, resource management, budgeting, scheduling, risk management, and project controls.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities while maintaining focus on safety, quality, schedule, budget, and client satisfaction.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear project reports and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
  • Strong collaboration, leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with the ability to mentor team members and drive accountability.
  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Ability and willingness to travel domestically approximately 10–25% of the time.
  • A bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline is preferred but not required.
  • Engineering design experience is an advantage.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is preferred but not required.
  • Construction or field experience is beneficial.
  • Interest in using relevant emerging technologies, automation, artificial intelligence, or digital tools to improve project workflows is valued, though not required.
  • Work authorization: The employer does not provide U.S. work authorization sponsorship for this position.
  • Salary range: $145,310–$222,001 per year.
  • Potential bonus: Eligible employees may participate in an annual discretionary bonus program.
  • Healthcare and wellness: Medical, dental, and vision plans; life and accident insurance; disability coverage; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); flexible spending accounts (FSA); and health savings accounts (HSA).
  • Family support: Backup childcare and paid parental leave.
  • Retirement and financial benefits: 401(k) plan and a pre-tax commuter account.
  • Paid time off: Paid vacation, annual personal and sick time, paid holidays, and paid bereavement leave.
  • Professional development: Tuition assistance, a merit scholarship program, and a first professional licensure bonus.
  • Employee programs: Employee discounts, employee referral bonuses, and a corporate charitable giving program.
  • Work flexibility: Remote work arrangement and flexible work options.
  • Employee well-being: A comprehensive benefits package designed to support health, financial security, professional growth, and work-life balance.

How Jobgether works:

We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!

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