Project Manager - Substation & Transmission

• Major EPC company supporting major substation and t-line infrastructure
• Hybrid work schedule and highly competitive rates
  
  

About Our Client

Our client is a nationally recognized EPC firm with a long-standing reputation for excellence within power delivery and grid infrastructure. With decades of experience supporting utilities and large-scale infrastructure programs, they are known for their technical depth, collaborative culture, and commitment to modernizing the grid.

Job Description

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
  
  

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Essential Skills And Experience

• 10 years of experience in Project Management of Utility, Construction, Engineering, or other relevant experience
• Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary teams
• 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
• 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
  
  

What's On Offer

• Competitive hourly rate of $70 to $86 USD, depending on experience.
• Access to medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Opportunity to work with a reputable organization in the Energy & Natural Resources sector.
• Contract to Hire position offering valuable experience in project management.
  
  

If you are a proactive and organized professional with expertise in managing substation and transmission projects, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity in Detroit.

Contact: Dom Delia

Quote job ref: JN-032026-6968113