HV Project Manager

About the role

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.

Requirements

• 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.

Skills

• 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.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision (MDV) benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on impactful projects in the energy and natural resources sector.
• Supportive and professional company culture with growth opportunities.
• Permanent, full-time position based in Santa Fe.

Pay

Competitive salary ranging from $130,000 to $195,000 USD annually.

Schedule

Hybrid working.