Quanta Services

Project Manager - Transmission

Quanta Services$90K — $110K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of project management experience in construction, specifically in high-voltage electric transmission and distribution.
  • PMP®, CMRP®, or equivalent certification preferred.
  • Strong understanding of construction jobsite processes and procedures.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines efficiently.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and capable of learning new systems quickly.
  • Excellent communication skills for presenting information and handling inquiries.
  • Knowledge of billing processes including Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR).

Responsibilities

  • Direct all phases of the project lifecycle from kickoff to closeout.
  • Finalize baseline schedules from estimating handoffs and manage updates for constraints.
  • Develop detailed project schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
  • Coordinate execution amongst internal teams, subcontractors, and vendors.
  • Lead weekly progress meetings with clients and stakeholders to provide updates.
  • Maintain tracking of costs, manage change orders, and execute risk mitigation plans.
  • Report on project financials and maintain coordination for formal client change requests.

Benefits

  • 401(k) with immediate matching and vesting.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with options for PPO, HSA, or FSA.
  • Short-term and long-term benefits available.
  • Employee discounts on consumer goods.
Full Job Description
About this Role

NorthStar Energy Solutions, a Quanta Services Company, is seeking an organized and experienced Project Manager - Transmission to lead the planning, execution, and closeout of high-voltage electric transmission and distribution construction and maintenance projects.

What You'll Do
  • Project Leadership & Execution
    • Direct all phases of the project lifecycle—from kickoff through commissioning and closeout.
    • Lead project handoffs from the estimating department and finalize baseline schedules
    • Accurately identify schedule constraints and responsible parties; update schedules weekly and manage unplanned events.
  • Planning & Coordination
    • Develop detailed project schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
    • Coordinate with internal teams, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure timely and compliant execution.
  • Client & Stakeholder Engagement
    • Lead weekly progress meetings with clients and internal stakeholders.
    • Serve as the primary point of contact for project updates, challenges, and resolutions.
  • Financial & Risk Management
    • Maintain cost tracking, change order management, and risk mitigation plans.
    • Manage and report project financials, including Percent Complete, Cost-to-Complete, and WIP metrics.
    • Approve and process AP invoices; finalize and submit AR invoices to clients.
    • Maintain and coordinate change order logs with operations for formal client requests.
What You'll Bring
  • Strong understanding of construction jobsite processes and procedures.
  • PMP®, CMRP®, or equivalent professional certification preferred.
  • Proven ability to prioritize and manage multiple fast-paced projects with competing deadlines.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to present information and respond to inquiries from managers, clients, customers, and permitting agencies.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
  • Strong computer skills and ability to quickly learn new systems and tools.
  • Effective scheduling and delegation skills to ensure timely task completion.
  • Working knowledge of billing processes, including Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR)
What You'll Get

As a Quanta Services employee, we offer a wide range of benefits to fit your needs.

  • 401(k) with immediate matching and vesting
  • Fully comprehensive benefits packages; Medical, Dental, Vision
    • Your choice of PPO, HSA, FSA
  • Short term and long term benefits
  • Employee discounts on consumer goods

About Quanta Services

Quanta Services provides engineering, procurement, and construction services for comprehensive infrastructure needs in the electric power and oil and natural gas industries, both onshore and offshore.

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Learn more about Quanta Services
Size
43,700 employees
Market Cap
$20.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$445.6 million
Founded
2008
5 Year Trend
+11.1%
Revenue
$11.2 billion
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