Substation Project Manager

Haskell Company; France; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Haskell Company is seeking a Substation Project Manager (Engineering) to lead the design and execution of high‑voltage substations (69kV to 500kV) for utilities, renewable developers, data centers, and large load industrial clients. You will manage teams of engineers and drafters, coordinate with clients, and ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence.

The role requires ABET‑accredited engineering degree, PE license (or ability to obtain), and 10+ years in substation design, engineering, and

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited degree in electrical or civil engineering.
• PE license required or obtainable within a specified time frame.
• PMI PMP is strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in substation design, engineering, and project management (69kV–500kV).

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, design, procurement, and delivery of substation projects from initiation to completion.
• Supervise engineers, drafters, and designers; foster collaboration to meet milestones.
• Oversee protective relaying equipment design and substation layouts.
• Serve as primary client contact, providing technical updates and solutions.
• Review design documents to ensure compliance with codes, standards, and internal procedures.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and issues to avoid delays and cost overruns.
• Improve project processes for budget and schedule adherence.
• Prepare close-out documentation and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Substation design

Project management

Team leadership

Risk management

Regulatory compliance

Client interaction

Education

ABET-accredited E/C engineering degree

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Tools

CADD tools

Job description

In this role, we are seeking a skilled and driven Substation Project Manager (Engineering) to join our rapidly growing Power Delivery Division. This role will be pivotal in managing the design and execution of projects involving substations, switchyards, and related electrical infrastructure for a diverse range of clients, including electric utilities, renewable developers, data centers, and large load industrial clients.

The ideal candidate will be an experienced engineering professional with a background in substation design, coupled with strong leadership and project management skills. You will work closely with internal teams and clients to ensure the successful completion of projects that meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency.

Your Responsibilities will Include:

• Project Leadership & Management: Lead the planning, design, procurement, and delivery of substation projects from initiation to completion. Manage project timelines, budgets, resources, and ensure adherence to client expectations.
• Team Management & Collaboration: Supervise, mentor, and guide a team of engineers, designers, and drafters. Foster a collaborative and high-performance team environment to meet project milestones and quality standards.
• Substation Design & Protection: Oversee the design and procurement of protective relaying equipment, substation physical layouts, and protection/control schemes for transmission and distribution substations. Ensure compliance with customer requirements, industry standards, and regulations.
• Client Interaction: Act as the primary point of contact with clients, providing technical expertise and updates. Resolve any issues or technical challenges that arise during the project lifecycle.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure the accuracy and quality of design documentation, including site drawings, CADD work, and engineering studies. Review and approve project deliverables, maintaining strict adherence to industry codes, standards, and internal quality procedures.
• Risk Management: Proactively identify project risks and issues. Develop strategies to mitigate these risks, ensuring the smooth execution of the project and avoiding delays or cost overruns.
• Operational Efficiency: Continuously assess and implement improvements to project processes, ensuring projects are completed within budget and on schedule. Innovate new techniques or methods to enhance project outcomes.
• Compliance & Documentation: Ensure all regulatory requirements and codes are met. Prepare and review project close-out documentation, including final reports and as-built drawings.

Education & Years of Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited university.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license required or the ability to obtain within a specified time frame.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) is strongly preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in substation design, engineering, and project management of high-voltage substation projects (69kV to 500kV)

To Thrive in This Role, You Will Need:

• Proven expertise in managing complex multi-disciplinary teams (engineers, designers, drafters, contractors, and vendors) to deliver projects within budget, schedule, and quality standards.
• Familiarity with RUS (Rural Utility Services), ANSI, IEEE, NEC, NESC, NERC, and other codes and standards as they relate to power delivery and substation design.
• Ability to manage project risks effectively, including change orders, delays, and cost overruns, while ensuring the client’s expectations are met.
• Expertise in the preparation of scope of work (SOW) documents, technical specifications, and procurement packages for substation projects.
• Familiarity with construction management, including site assessments, material testing, quality control processes, and commissioning of electrical substations.

Travel Requirements:

• Willingness to travel up to 20% of the time for site visits, client meetings, and project coordination.
• Flexibility to accommodate project timelines, including occasional extended site stays or travel.

Environmental Factors and/or Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, this position is required to have ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations; and the ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of 10-50 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, and arm, hand and finger dexterity, including the ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment and read application/form information. The associate frequently is required to sit, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, or protected veteran status.

Haskell will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008. The job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessities.Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification.

Haskell is a Drug-Free Workplace.

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