Transmission & Distribution Project Manager

My City Transportation

$90K — $120K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
  • 7+ years of engineering experience in the Transmission & Distribution industry.
  • Minimum 3 years of project management experience in leading T&D engineering projects.
  • Experience in managing project budgets, schedules, contracts, and client relationships.
  • Working knowledge of overhead transmission design and construction practices.
  • Familiarity with NESC and utility industry standards.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • PE license and/or PMP certification preferred.
  • Willingness to travel approximately 20%.

Responsibilities

  • Lead T&D engineering projects from initiation through closeout.
  • Manage project scope, schedule, budget, staffing, and financial performance.
  • Build and maintain relationships with utility clients and key stakeholders.
  • Coordinate engineering, environmental, permitting, procurement, and construction activities.
  • Develop proposals, support contract negotiations, and identify repeat business opportunities.
  • Monitor project risks, quality, and compliance with standards.
  • Provide regular project updates to clients and internal leadership.
  • Mentor junior team members and support engineering team growth.
  • Participate in business development and strategic planning initiatives.
  • Travel to client and project sites as needed.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead complex and high-impact transmission and distribution projects.
  • Collaborative work environment with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Access to professional development and mentorship opportunities.
  • Engagement in strategic planning and business development activities.
  • Career growth potential within a reputable firm.
Full Job Description
Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager (Transmission & Distribution) to lead overhead transmission and distribution projects from planning through construction. This role is responsible for managing project execution, financial performance, client relationships, and multidisciplinary engineering teams while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget. The ideal candidate is a strong leader with a proven background in utility transmission projects and business development.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead T&D engineering projects from initiation through closeout.
  • Manage project scope, schedule, budget, staffing, and overall financial performance.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with utility clients and key stakeholders.
  • Coordinate engineering, environmental, permitting, right-of-way, procurement, and construction activities.
  • Develop proposals, support contract negotiations, and identify opportunities for repeat business.
  • Monitor project risks, quality, and compliance with company and industry standards.
  • Provide regular project updates to clients and internal leadership.
  • Mentor junior team members and support the growth of the engineering team.
  • Participate in business development and strategic planning initiatives.
  • Travel to client and project sites as needed.


Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
  • 7+ years of engineering experience within the Transmission & Distribution industry.
  • Minimum 3 years of project management experience leading T&D engineering projects.
  • Experience managing project budgets, schedules, contracts, and client relationships.
  • Working knowledge of overhead transmission design and construction practices.
  • Familiarity with NESC and applicable utility industry standards.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • PE license and/or PMP certification are preferred.
  • Willingness to travel approximately 20%.

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