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Senior Project Manager – Transmission & Substation Construction
Seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead multimillion-dollar Transmission & Distribution (T&D) projects across the Northwest region. This role manages full project lifecycle delivery—ensuring safe, on-time, and on-budget execution while supporting grid reliability and modernization initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead end-to-end T&D project delivery (planning, engineering, procurement, construction support, closeout)
• Serve as primary client contact for utility accounts; own client relationships and expectations
• Develop and manage project scope, schedules, budgets, forecasts, and progress reports
• Lead multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, designers, and subcontractors
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards
• Oversee risk management, issue resolution, and change order processes
• Prepare and deliver project status reports and presentations to internal and client leadership
Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Structural Engineering, or Construction Mgt (required)
• 10–20 years’ Project Mgt experience in Transmission & Distribution (T&D)
• Experience delivering multimillion-dollar T&D projects in the U.S.
• Preferred: Experience with Northwest utilities (PGE, BPA, PacifiCorp, PSE, SCL)
• Preferred: Consulting or engineering firm background
• Proficiency in project management tools (MS Project, Primavera P6, or similar)
• Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills
• Must be a U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident