Sargent & Lundy

Lead Project Manager - Substation & Transmission

Sargent & Lundy • $145K — $222K *
Energy & Utilities
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 15+ years of project management experience in utility, construction, engineering, or related fields.
  • Proven track record in managing multi-disciplinary teams.
  • Experienced in capital project management.
  • Strong background in client liaison roles, either in support or leadership capacities.
  • Ability to effectively multitask and prioritize competing demands.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Experience working in collaborative team environments.
  • High school diploma or GED required.
  • Willingness to travel domestically 10-25% of the time.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the execution and administration of transmission, substation, and distribution projects.
  • Ensure accountability in all project phases, including safety, budget adherence, and client satisfaction.
  • Lead the project team and provide mentoring to team members.
  • Cultivate positive relationships with clients and key stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Guarantee that projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget.
  • Report on key performance indicators related to project metrics.
  • Identify and mitigate construction risks effectively.

Benefits

  • Hybrid working arrangement with flexibility between remote and in-office work.
  • Comprehensive benefits package supporting employee well-being.
  • Opportunities for professional development in technology and project management.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities

This position allows for a hybrid arrangement with a mix of work from home and in the office.

This position will offer you the opportunity to manage the execution of multiple transmission, substation and distribution projects. The position will involve coordinating with multiple internal and external departments to manage the life cycle of capital project execution.
  • Responsible for project execution, contract administration, planning and resource management
  • Take ownership for all aspects of project performance including safety, schedule, budget, reporting and client experience through entire project life cycle
  • Accountable for all phases of the project life cycle from initiation, planning, execution, monitoring/controlling, and close out
  • Manage and direct the project team to ensure accountability; mentor and coach team members
  • Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with client functional leads and stakeholders
  • Lead efforts to ensure projects are completed safely, satisfactorily, on time, and within budget
  • Support the reporting of key performance indicators for schedule, budget and other dashboard items
  • Identify and control construction risk
  • Recognize, identify, track and control change
  • Communicate and consult with appropriate stakeholders and supervisors
  • Prepare reports that project information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements
  • Analyze issues and provide solutions to improve results


Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential skills and experience:
  • 15+ years of experience in Project Management of Utility, Construction, Engineering, or other relevant experience
  • Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary teams
  • Experience in capital project management
  • 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
  • A high school diploma or GED
  • Comfortable with approximately 10-25% domestic travel

Valued but not required skills and experience:
  • 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


Technology & Innovation

Sargent & Lundy values the appropriate use of technology to improve how work gets done and deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients. Depending on the role, employees may use data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools to support research, analysis, engineering and design activities, workflow improvement, or other aspects of their work.

We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools.

Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.

Compensation Range

$145,310.00 - $222,001.00

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

About Sargent & Lundy

Sargent & Lundy is an engineering consulting firm that provides comprehensive engineering, energy business consulting, and project services for power generation and transmission projects. The company was founded in 1891 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Sargent & Lundy has a team of over 2,000 professionals who have extensive experience in the power industry and can provide clients with innovative solutions to complex challenges. The company has worked on a wide range of projects including nuclear power plants, fossil fuel power plants, and renewable energy projects.
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