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Substation Project Manager - Mountain Engineering

MGE
Folsom, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/13/2026

Job description


Mountain Engineering has an immediate full-time opening based out of our Folsom, CA office for an experienced, mid to upper level, Substation Project Manager with a positive, results-oriented attitude and the experience to lead and provide valuable input to project teams.


Substation Project Manager responsibilities include working with project teams to provide technical and project management leadership on large, fast-paced utility substation construction projects. Duties will include the developing, planning, coordinating and the fulfillment of all technical requirements related to execution of assigned projects. The candidate must possess the ability to coordinate all project communication interdepartmentally with the project owner when appropriate, while representing the company in day-to-day project tasks and activities.  Successful candidates should have relevant experience in electrical substation project management for large-scale construction projects. Our ideal candidate will be an organized, motivated self-starter with specified experience within the utility construction industry.


Requirements & Responsibilities include:

  • Three to Five years of office and field management or technical services experience related to 15kV to 500kV utility Civil substation construction, including experience in mid-level management.
  • Bachelor’s degree in construction management, or equivalent work experience.
  • Experience managing Greenfield and Brownfield Substation Projects.
  • Experience with Utility Substation Civil Construction
  • Responsible for planning, budgeting and establishing/achieving project objectives.
  • Responsible for Project Safety, Quality and Profitability.
  • Possesses knowledge of permitting, planning, estimating, procurement and material management.
  • Work closely with the Project Team to confirm deliverables and services are being provided to the client’s satisfaction.
  • Report regularly on progress, cost, profit, schedule, design considerations, and project risks.
  • Proficiency in MS Office. Experience in Microsoft Project and Primavera scheduling software is preferred.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills, and the ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management and clients.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Willingness to work outside and travel as required.
  • This position will be based out of our office in Folsom CA. Candidates must reside within a reasonable driving distance of the office or be willing to relocate.

 

Compensation:

  • $44.00- $62.50 per hour Commensurate with experience and qualifications


Benefits

  • Premium Health Coverage for Employee and Dependents (Medical, Dental & Vision) 
  • Life Insurance 
  • Long Term Disability 
  • 80 Hours Paid Vacation 
  • 7 Paid Holidays 
  • 5 Paid Sick Days 
  • 401k – 4% Match 

 

Pre-Employment Controlled Substances Testing of Applicants.  

All applicants to whom the Company has given a conditional offer of employment are required to submit to a pre-employment Controlled Substances test and must receive a negative result as a condition of employment.  

 

Equal Opportunity Employer 

Mountain Engineering is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Individuals seeking employment at our company are considered without regards to age, ancestry, color, race, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, national origin, protected family care or medical leave status, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.  


Accessibility Assistance

We are committed to ensuring our application process is accessible to all candidates. If you need an accommodation or assistance at any point during the application or interview process, please don't hesitate to let us know.

 

Notice to Staffing Agencies 

Mountain Engineering will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Mountain Engineering, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Mountain Engineering mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Mountain Engineering employees, or to Mountain Engineering’s resume database will be considered Mountain Engineering property.

 

Salary : $44 - $63

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