EPC Transmission Line Project Manager

Ampirical; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit Sharing Bonus

Day-One Benefits

401(k) with 4% match

PTO

Flexible Schedule

Career Development

Perks: Gym membership stipend

Job summary

Ampirical is seeking a Transmission Line Project Manager to lead complex EPC transmission projects from early engineering through energization. You will manage scope, schedule, budget, safety, and client coordination across engineering, construction, and utility stakeholders to deliver critical infrastructure that strengthens the power grid.

Projects range from 69kV to 500kV, with opportunities for advancement and impact on major utilities. This role is on-site in our Covington, LA office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field (in lieu of degree, 4 extra years of relevant work exp).
• Experience leading large-scale transmission EPC projects with direct client responsibility.
• 10–15 years (Level 3) or 15+ years (Senior) experience with EPC projects.
• Proficiency with Primavera P6, MS Project, cost forecasting/reporting tools, and EVM.
• Lead cross-functional EPC teams in fast-paced utility environments.
• Strong financial, forecasting, and scheduling capabilities.
• Excellent client relationship and stakeholder communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with competing priorities.
• Knowledge of Transmission/Substation design and critical path method scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full EPC lifecycle for high-voltage transmission line projects, including engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout.
• Lead project execution across safety, scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk management.
• Coordinate with engineering, construction, procurement, environmental, permitting, ROW, and utility stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, forecasts, staffing plans, and financial reporting.
• Oversee contractor performance, material procurement, and construction activities to ensure alignment with project objectives.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for utility clients, vendors, and internal leadership teams.
• Drive project meetings, status reporting, change management, and issue resolution throughout the project lifecycle.
• Support proposal development, project planning, and resource forecasting for upcoming work.

Skills

Large-scale EPC leadership

Cross-functional teamwork

Client relationship management

Schedule & budget management

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Cost forecasting tools

Earned value management

Job description

About Ampirical

At Ampirical, we're shaping the future of the power grid with precision, innovation, and purpose. Just as the ampere is the foundation of electric current, Ampirical is a core force driving the energy sector forward. We focus on quality, forward-thinking solutions, and empowering our team to grow and thrive.

Why Ampirical?

We don’t just build projects - we build careers. If you’re looking for a place where your contributions matter and your professional development is supported every step of the way, we’d love to meet you. Watch this video to get a glimpse into our culture.

• Salary Range: $110,000 - $165,000 (dependent on experience, education, and qualifications)
• Profit Sharing Bonus
• Day-One Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) with 4% match and immediate vesting
• PTO: 120+ hours of PTO + 10 paid holidays
• Flexible Work Schedule: Every other Friday off
• Career Development: Advancement opportunities, tuition reimbursement
• Perks: Gym membership stipend, wellness program, fertility benefits, pet insurance, and more

Your Role:

As a Transmission Line Project Manager at Ampirical, you’ll lead complex EPC transmission line projects from early engineering through construction and energization. You’ll oversee project execution across scope, schedule, budget, safety, procurement, and client coordination while partnering with engineering, construction, and utility stakeholders to deliver critical infrastructure projects that strengthen the power grid.

Project Scope: 69kV–500kV transmission projects, large-scale utility infrastructure projects, greenfield and brownfield transmission projects

What You’ll Do

• Manage the full EPC lifecycle for high-voltage transmission line projects, including engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout
• Lead project execution across safety, scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk management
• Coordinate with engineering, construction, procurement, environmental, permitting, ROW, and utility stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery
• Develop and maintain project schedules, forecasts, staffing plans, and financial reporting
• Oversee contractor performance, material procurement, and construction activities to ensure alignment with project objectives
• Serve as the primary point of contact for utility clients, vendors, and internal leadership teams
• Drive project meetings, status reporting, change management, and issue resolution throughout the project lifecycle
• Support proposal development, project planning, and resource forecasting for upcoming work

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field (in lieu of a degree, 4 additional years of relevant work experience in Utility Design, Project Management, or Utility Engineering)
• Experience leading large-scale transmission EPC projects with direct client responsibility
  • Level 3: 10-15 years
  • Senior: 15+ years
  • Working knowledge in Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, cost forecasting/reporting tools, and earned value management experience
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional EPC teams in fast-paced utility environments
  • Strong financial management, forecasting, and schedule management capabilities
  • Excellent client relationship and stakeholder communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with competing priorities
  • A skilled communicator capable of leading cross-functional teams and engaging stakeholders
  • Knowledge of utility engineering practices with an emphasis on Transmission/Substation design and critical path method scheduling

Ampirical is an Equal Opportunity Employer, meaning we do not discriminate based on the following characteristics in our hiring and employment practices: Age, sex, color, race, creed, national origin, religion or religious attire, marital status, pregnancy (child birth or related medical conditions), citizenship status or amnesty, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, sickle-cell trait, status as a tobacco user or non-user, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.