Substation Project Manager

HDR, Inc.; Calgary; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is seeking a Substation Project Manager in the Power sector in Calgary.

You will manage all aspects of substation projects, including scope, schedule, budget, and team leadership, while coordinating with various design teams and stakeholders to deliver reliable, sustainable power solutions. The role requires a PE license, 7+ years of related experience with at least 2 years in project management, and strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field.
• 7 years related experience including at least 2 years in project management.
• Professional engineering license (PE) recognized by local licensing board.
• MS Office and MS Project experience required.
• Demonstrated leadership and strong written/verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead substation engineering projects from start to close.
• Mentor and supervise project engineers, leads, coordinators and designers as needed.
• Oversee workload, schedule, quality, utilization and morale of the team.
• Engage with public involvement, permitting and real estate activities where applicable.
• Lead QA/QC per HDR's Quality Management System to exceed client expectations.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE)

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

Job description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

Watch Our Story: ' https://www.hdrinc.com/our-story'

Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe electricity powers modern life. As part of our Power sector, you’ll help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted and delivered as global energy demands grow. From massive data centers to modernizing transmission systems, our industry-recognized engineers and scientists have been at the forefront of grid transformation for more than a century. You’ll work side-by-side with these experts and contribute to reliable, resilient and sustainable power systems, helping communities thrive and industries expand. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to drive infrastructure forward, power innovation and leave your mark on our energy future.

The primary duties of a Substation Project Manager include executing and managing all aspects of substation engineering projects, including scope and/or proposal development, project team development and assignment, project execution, quality control, scope, schedule, and budget management, and project closeout.

As a Substation Project Manager, your role will encompass the following:

• Managing and leading projects and programs throughout the entire life cycle.
• Working independently and/or directing, mentoring, training, and/or supervising one or more Project Engineers, Discipline Leads, Coordinators, Designers, CADD Technicians, and administrative staff.
• Providing team member oversight over workload, schedule, quality, utilization, morale, and performance.
• As applicable, being responsible for overseeing non-engineering components of projects and programs, such as public engagement, Provincial/County/State/Federal agency engagement, permitting, right of way acquisition, and construction management.
• Leading the QA/QC process per HDR’s Quality Management Systems (QMS) requirements with a commitment to delivering services and work products that exceed client quality expectations.
• Supporting client management and at times engaging in broader business development activities with existing and target clients in the region and beyond.
• Coordinating with Area and Regional leadership and HDR’s Talent Acquisition team to develop a hiring plan to help build and grow a group of professionals to meet program and practice needs.
• Ability to workshare with staff in multiple offices to execute projects.
• Represents HDR to support marketing and proposal development for new opportunities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, related field or equivalent experience.
• A minimum of 5 yearsof utilities and substation project management experience.
• 10 years related experience inclusive of a minimum of 5 years experience in project management
• PMP
• Experience with or exposure to system projection and planning, communication, distribution, and transmission lines as well as public involvement, environmental permitting, and real estate acquisition are an added benefit.
• Must have the ability to interact with various design teams and have excellent organizational, project management and communication (both written and verbal) skills.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering
• 7 years related experience inclusive of a minimum 2 years experience in project management
• Requires professional engineering license recognized by the licensing board for the location of the position offered. Example: Professional Engineer (PE or P.Eng) license.
• MS Office and MS Project experience is required
• Demonstrated leadership skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

At HDR, the health and safety of our employees is of the upmost importance. In accordance with local safety, health, and environmental legislation, HDR is committed to developing, maintaining, and enforcing proactive safe work policies, procedures, and standards.

In accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and other applicable legislation, we are committed to meeting the accessibility needs of persons with disabilities. Candidates with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation throughout the recruitment and selection process by contacting our Human Resources team.

HDR is a certified Living Wage Employer in Ontario, British Columbia, and Alberta.

Industry

Power

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

BusinessClass : Substation Engineering

Job Posting

Oct 1, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employe r.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

We design solutions to the world's greatest challenges. We'realways looking for great talent to join our global teams.