Electrical Project Manager – Transmission & Data Center

Jobot; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Dependent coverage

Job summary

Jobot is actively seeking an Electrical Project Manager to oversee high‑voltage transmission and data center infrastructure projects in Columbus, OH. The role emphasizes safe, on‑time delivery within budget, managing teams across engineering, procurement, and field operations.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of PM experience in transmission, utility, or heavy civil projects, with strong leadership and communication skills and proficiency in MS Project or Primavera P6.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of project management experience supporting transmission, substation, utility, energy, or heavy civil infrastructure projects.
• Experience managing large capital construction projects and complex stakeholder environments.
• Strong understanding of transmission line construction methodologies, utility practices, and project controls.
• Proven track record managing project schedules, budgets, subcontractors, and field operations.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and client-facing skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or similar scheduling software.
• Ability to review contracts, manage change orders, and oversee project financial performance.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead transmission line projects through all phases of execution, including planning, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout.
• Develop and manage project budgets, schedules, forecasts, and resource allocation plans.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including engineering, estimating, procurement, construction, quality, and safety personnel.
• Serve as the primary liaison between clients, field leadership, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor project financial performance, productivity, and resource utilization.
• Manage change orders, contract administration, and risk mitigation activities.
• Oversee subcontractor performance and ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Facilitate project meetings and provide timely reporting on schedule, budget, risks, and project milestones.
• Support permitting, environmental compliance, right-of-way coordination, and utility requirements as needed.
• Drive a strong safety culture and ensure adherence to all company, client, and regulatory standards.
• Identify and resolve project challenges while maintaining positive client relationships.
• Lead project closeout activities, turnover documentation, and lessons learned initiatives.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Client relations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Jobot is actively seeking an Electrical Project Manager to oversee high‑voltage transmission and data center infrastructure projects in Columbus, OH. The role emphasizes safe, on‑time delivery within budget, managing teams across engineering, procurement, and field operations.

The ideal candidate brings 5+ years of PM experience in transmission, utility, or heavy civil projects, with strong leadership and communication skills and proficiency in MS Project or Primavera P6.