Electrical Substation & Plant Project Lead

Matrix NAC; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Matrix NAC in Boston, MA seeks a Project Manager, Substation and Plant Electrical to lead multiple field projects of moderate risk and complexity. You will direct cross-disciplinary teams, define objectives, manage budgets, and coordinate with clients to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

You will develop metrics, supervise field staff, and drive process improvements while pursuing new business opportunities and maintaining strong client relationships.

Qualifications

• 6+ years job-related substation & plant electrical project experience, prior project management/P&L experience preferred; includes 2+ years supervisory experience.
• 4-year degree in Mechanical, Civil or Industrial Engineering, or Construction Management; or combination of equivalent education and 8 years job-related experience if no degree.
• Project Management Certification from PMI preferred.
• Strong understanding of corporate and industry practices, processes and standards and their impact on project activities.
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong knowledge of union electrical construction workforce norms and work practices.
• Working knowledge of union civil construction work preferred.
• Excellent computer skills including MS Word and Excel.
• Demonstrated ability to apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize performance.
• Proven track record of bringing projects in on time, on schedule, within budget, and safely.
• Ability to travel as needed to project sites throughout the assigned operating region, including single day or multi-day trips.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall direction and manage multiple field projects of moderate risk, scope and complexity.
• Develop and manage project-level metrics to ensure work production and performance.
• Monitor on-site supervision to ensure work aligns with design, budget and schedule.
• Represent the company at bid, project and strategy meetings as applicable to the project.
• Establish objectives, policies and performance standards within corporate policy, including input to estimates.
• Travel to project sites as needed to support field operations.

Skills

Project management

Communication skills

Leadership

Time management

Risk management

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Civil or Industrial Engineering or Construction Management

PMI Project Management Certification

Tools

MS Word

Excel

Job description

Matrix NAC in Boston, MA seeks a Project Manager, Substation and Plant Electrical to lead multiple field projects of moderate risk and complexity. You will direct cross-disciplinary teams, define objectives, manage budgets, and coordinate with clients to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

You will develop metrics, supervise field staff, and drive process improvements while pursuing new business opportunities and maintaining strong client relationships.