Consultant Project Management Program Mgr - LRTP

Actuator Technology Company - ATC; United States; On-site; USD 148,000 - 173,000; Full time

Job summary

Actuator Technology Company - ATC is seeking a Consultant Construction Program Manager to coordinate major LRTP transmission programs in the Midwest, with capital investments over $500 million. You will drive program delivery across multiple teams, regulators, and contractors to move projects from planning through execution.

The role requires 10+ years in related fields, strong project controls, and the ability to lead complex, large-scale infrastructure initiatives in a collaborative

Qualifications

• 10+ years in project/program/construction management or related roles.
• Experience in utility/transmission/infra environments with large capital projects.
• Proven track record managing programs with budget, schedule and risk complexity.
• Experience in transmission lines, substations, greenfield, or grid expansion projects.
• Strong forecasting, financial management, documentation, and risk management.
• Ability to coordinate across Engineering, Environmental, Real Estate, Finance, Regulatory Affairs, Operations.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management/PM or related field.
• PMP certification preferred; PgMP/PE or related credentials may be valuable.

Responsibilities

• Develop program and project goals aligned with LRTP execution needs.
• Create and maintain project plans, sequencing, schedules, governance, and performance measures.
• Coordinate activities with internal teams, utilities, contractors, regulators, and stakeholders.
• Support contracting discussions and EPC/EPCM delivery approaches.
• Monitor budgets, cash flow, schedules, risks, issues, and documentation.
• Identify risks, constraints, resource needs, and execution priorities for decision-making.
• Prepare project updates and governance materials for senior management.
• Oversee consultant and contractor oversight, scope definition, readiness, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Program management

Stakeholder coordination

Financial management

Risk management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management/PM or related field

Job description

Summary of Responsibilities:

At ATC, we are investing in the future of energy through some of the largest and most impactful transmission infrastructure projects in the Midwest. As a Consultant Construction Program Manager, you will help coordinate and execute complex Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) awarded Long-Range Transmission Projects (LRTPs)projects with capital investments exceeding $500 million.

This is an opportunity to contribute to strategic transmission investments that enhance grid reliability, support public policy goals, and help meet the evolving energy demands of our region. You will work across ATC teams, external utilities, project owners, contractors, consultants, regulators, and community stakeholders to help move major projects from planning through execution.

Essential Responsibilities:

What You Will Do

As a Consultant Construction Program Manager, you will help coordinate strategic program delivery, project controls, stakeholder alignment, financial oversight, risk management, permitting coordination, and contracting strategies for large-scale transmission programs.

• Develop program and project goals that align with ATC's long-term investment strategy and LRTP execution needs.
• Create and maintain project plans, sequencing scenarios, schedules, governance routines, and performance measures.
• Coordinate project activities with internal teams, utilities, contractors, consultants, regulatory agencies, and other stakeholders.
• Support project agreement discussions and contracting strategies, including EPC and EPCM delivery approaches.
• Monitor project budgets, cash flow forecasts, schedules, risks, issues, performance metrics, and documentation throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support informed decision-making by identifying risks, constraints, resource needs, and execution priorities.
• Prepare clear project updates and governance materials for senior management and executive stakeholders.
• Support consultant and contractor oversight, scope definition, project readiness, and continuous improvement of program management practices.

What you will bring

We are looking for a collaborative, detail-oriented program delivery professional who enjoys solving complex challenges, coordinating across stakeholder groups, and maintaining momentum in dynamic project environments.

• 10+ years of experience in project management, program management, construction management, utilities, energy, infrastructure, or related capital project roles.
• Experience supporting utility, transmission, energy infrastructure, EPC/EPCM, engineering consulting, construction, regulated capital project, or heavy civil environments.
• Demonstrated success managing programs or project portfolios with significant budget, schedule, stakeholder, and risk complexity.
• Experience supporting transmission line, substation, greenfield, rebuild, network upgrade, grid expansion, or other major infrastructure projects.
• Strong project controls, forecasting, financial management, documentation, and risk management capabilities.
• Ability to coordinate work across Engineering, Environmental, Real Estate, Finance, Regulatory Affairs, Operations, Construction, and external partner organizations.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to clearly explain complex project information to a range of audiences.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Business Administration, equivalent experience, or a related field required.
• PMP certification preferred. PgMP, PE, construction management, risk, or project controls credentials may also be valuable.

Why ATC

• Purpose-Driven Work : We're energized by meaningful and challenging work that contributes to the greater good, from powering everyday life to grid modernization.

• People-Centric Culture : We are difference makers. We lead with trust, value collaboration, and foster a supportive environment where people grow, contribute openly, and make a difference.

• Flexibility & Balance : Our work environment encourages autonomy, connection, and choice with accountability.

• Growth & Development : Curiosity, coaching, and engagement fuel careers. We invest in our people through cross-functional opportunities, skill-building, and assignments that stretch potential and build careers.

• Comprehensive Rewards : Compensation, benefits, and well-being offerings are thoughtfully and competitively designed to support employees’ unique needs.

• Reliable Innovation : Grounded in the communities we serve, we play a critical role in powering the grid, with the agility to innovate, lead, and drive progress in a time of transformational change in the industry.

• A Shared Future : We commit to creating an environment where people can do their best work, thrive, and drive success for our customers and stakeholders, delivering a lasting impact for all.

The targeted base pay for this position is $148,300 to $173,000 annually.* Base pay is one component of our comprehensive total rewards package which includes an annual incentive bonus, employer-sponsored pension plan, 401(k) match, HSA contribution, life & disability insurance, health care benefits, generous time off plans, flexible work arrangements, and much more.

*The pay range is a general guideline. Employment offers are evaluated individually and consider qualifications, experience, academic achievements, internal equity, and business needs. Pay exceeding the posted range is considered for uniquely qualified candidates. Interested internal candidates, with questions, please consult your Human Resources Business Partner.

Number of Openings Available

1

Posting Date

2026-09-02

Time Type

Full time

Equal Opportunity Employer

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ATC is an equal opportunity employer that seeks to foster diverse teams of talented people working safely together. We respect and embrace diversity of all aspects and hire, train and promote employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We encourage women, minorities, veterans and individuals with a disability to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to anycharacteristic protected by law.

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