Senior Project Manager

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Senior Project Manager leading substation, transmission, renewable energy, and large-load projects for Qualus, a power infrastructure solutions firm. Managing scope, budgets, schedules, procurement, and client relationships.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage complex engineering projects across substation design, transmission, telecommunications, renewable energy interconnections, electric utilities, and large load industrial facilities
  • Coordinate engineers, designers, and subcontractors on project documents and drawings while ensuring schedules are met
  • Manage project scope, budget, scheduling, and change control throughout the project lifecycle
  • Support procurement and construction activities, including managing site construction managers and procurement teams
  • Establish and maintain professional relationships with external business partners
  • Support proposal development through scope definition, cost estimating, schedule creation, and vendor quote evaluation
  • Coordinate conceptual design plans for large load, renewable energy, and battery storage projects involving utility and non-grid connections
  • Coordinate environmental permitting and land rights with clients, agencies, and staff
  • Assist clients with competitive bidding for steel structures, long-lead electrical equipment, and substation construction activities
  • Mentor less experienced staff on technical and project management best practices
  • Participate in internal process improvements and develop project control systems and standards
  • Prepare and maintain project schedules and coordinate schedule impacts with team members and clients
  • Track budgets, prepare project status reports, conduct team and client meetings, and issue meeting notes
  • Keep management informed of project status and report to clients, agencies, and team members
  • Travel 1–2 times per month, including overnight stays

Requirements:

  • Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Engineering; Electrical or Civil Engineering is preferred
  • Minimum of 7–10 years of experience in utility-scale electrical projects, including substation and transmission design or related technical area
  • Strong understanding of electrical power systems, utility interconnection requirements, renewable energy, and large load industrial infrastructure
  • Strong competence in applying theories and principles involved in project management
  • Strong work ethic, common sense approach, and high attention to detail
  • Customer-focused with the ability to work under pressure and manage shifting priorities
  • Excellent computer skills and Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Proficiency with scheduling; MS Project or Primavera P6 preferred
  • Excellent English verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and demands
  • Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and background check satisfactory to Qualus

Benefits:

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Short-term disability
  • Long-term disability
  • 401(k) match
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Parental Leave
  • Paid time off
  • Holidays