Transmission Line Project Manager (Remote)

Responsibilities

• Provide project management leadership for high-voltage and extra-high-voltage transmission line projects of varying size and complexity.
• Oversee project design, budgets, forecasts, margins, key performance indicators, external events, and risk contingencies.
• Ensure projects meet contractual obligations and client expectations.
• Develop strategies to engage stakeholders at all levels, maintain effective relationships, and communicate project progress.
• Support project pursuit and initiation activities, including go/no-go decisions, contract reviews, risk-mitigation strategies, and pricing reviews.
• Participate in and, when required, lead contract negotiations and client presentations.
• Ensure the appropriate level of technical review is completed by qualified personnel in accordance with applicable quality assurance and quality control plans.
• Provide verbal and written input to multidisciplinary project teams and strategic guidance to clients.
• Manage assigned staff and provide performance guidance and leadership.
• Maintain required project documentation, including risk documentation, project management plans, quality plans, safety plans, and communication plans.
• Lead project kickoff meetings with key stakeholders.
• Collaborate with professionals from multiple disciplines to provide strategic solutions to clients.
• Exercise responsible and ethical judgment regarding company funds, resources, and professional conduct.
• Perform additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field within the power and energy market.
• At least seven years of relevant post-education project management experience within the power-delivery or utility industry.
• At least five years of applicable industry experience working for or providing engineering services to investor-owned utilities, independent power producers, cooperatives, municipalities, or similar organizations.
• At least three years of experience leading engineering or construction teams supporting medium to large electric utility clients on high-voltage or extra-high-voltage transmission line projects.
• Knowledge of project management processes and tools, including: Contract management, Internal and external team-meeting management, Earned value management, Change management, Risk management, Schedule management, Critical Path Method scheduling using Primavera P6 or an equivalent platform, Financial management.
• Advanced analytical, organizational, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong business acumen and the ability to connect business objectives with project management requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a changing work environment.
• Ability to work independently and lead mid- to senior-level project team members.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality assurance and quality control requirements.
• Advanced technical writing and computer skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Visio, Project, SharePoint, spreadsheets, and project management tools.
• Demonstrated commitment to workplace safety and compliance with applicable health, safety, drug and alcohol, and anti-harassment policies.
• Ability to accommodate varying schedules and work hours based on project needs.
• Ability to travel occasionally based on project requirements.

Benefits

• A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance;
• retirement savings;
• paid sick leave;
• paid vacation or personal time;
• paid parental leave;
• additional paid time off for bereavement, voting, and attendance at naturalization proceedings.

Pay

$120,000-$160,000 annually (Depending on experience and qualifications)

Schedule

The following locations will also be considered: Missouri, Minesota, Michigan, Colorado, Idaho, and Texas.