Electric Utility Transmission Project Manager

Jobot; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% company-paid benefits for you and

PTO

401(k) Retirement Plan

Holiday Pay

Professional Development

Tuition Assistance

Pet Insurance

Employee Discount Program

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced engineering leader for high-voltage transmission & distribution projects in Colorado. You will provide technical oversight from early design through construction and closeout, guiding internal and external teams to deliver safe, high-quality results.

The role requires 10+ years in utility engineering or management, a strong background in civil, structural, or electrical engineering, and a PE license is preferred.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree is required.
• PE license is preferred.
• 10+ years in utility/high-voltage engineering or management.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering efforts across all project phases and support field operations as needed.
• Oversee external engineering firms, set performance expectations, and review deliverables.
• Maintain engineering standards, documentation practices, and quality controls.
• Forecast resource needs, manage staffing plans, and mentor engineering team members.
• Support proposal development, customer meetings, and overall project planning.
• Drive process improvements and integrate new technologies into engineering workflows.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and technical excellence.
• Stay current on industry codes, best practices, and emerging trends.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

High voltage engineering

Engineering oversight

Staff mentoring

Scheduling

Contracts & estimating

Problem solving

Education

Engineering degree

PE license preferred

Job description

Up to $200k/yr + Bonus + Free Benefits

Job details

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Drew Fetter

Salary: $120,000 - $200,000 per year

A bit about us

We are a leading national contractor specializing in outside electrical construction, with deep experience in transmission, distribution, substations, EPC, and storm-restoration work. With roots going back several decades, we’ve built a reputation for quality, reliability, and safety. Our workforce includes highly skilled, union-affiliated professionals committed to upholding strict safety standards and technical excellence. With offices across the U.S., we deliver scalable solutions and respond quickly wherever power infrastructure needs arise.

Why join us?

• 100% company-paid benefits for employee and family
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Holiday Pay
• Professional Development
• Tuition Assistance
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Discount Program

Job Details

This role leads engineering activities for high-voltage transmission & distribution projects, supporting everything from early design through construction and closeout. The position provides technical oversight, guides external engineering partners, and works closely with operations, field teams, and customers to ensure safe, high-quality, and efficient project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead engineering efforts across all project phases and support field operations as needed.
• Oversee external engineering firms, set performance expectations, and review deliverables.
• Maintain engineering standards, documentation practices, and quality controls.
• Forecast resource needs, manage staffing plans, and mentor engineering team members.
• Support proposal development, customer meetings, and overall project planning.
• Drive process improvements and integrate new technologies into engineering workflows.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and technical excellence.
• Stay current on industry codes, best practices, and emerging trends.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of engineering or engineering management experience in utility or high-voltage infrastructure.
• Engineering degree required; PE license preferred.
• Strong background in civil, structural, or electrical engineering and utility standards.
• Proven experience leading engineering teams and managing complex projects.
• Knowledge of scheduling, contracts, estimating, and project controls.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

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