High Voltage Project Manager, Construction

Intersect; United States; Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity grant

Health insurance

Unlimited PTO

Parental leave

Home office setup

Job summary

Intersect, a U.S.-based energy and data center infrastructure developer, is seeking a Construction Project Manager to lead HV substation and transmission projects up to 500kV across TX, OK, NM. You will manage design through commissioning, coordinate internal teams and utilities, and ensure safety, schedule, and budget adherence.

Open to candidates within the United States with up to 50% travel; you will collaborate with Development, Engineering, Finance, Procurement, Legal, and Operations to

Qualifications

• 5+ years on HV substation and transmission projects up to 500kV.
• Experience with utilities interconnection, regulatory and technical matters.
• Knowledge of EPC contracting models and HV equipment.
• Ability to manage budgets, schedules and cross-functional teams.
• Proficient with project management tools and collaboration suites.

Responsibilities

• Lead High-Voltage Project Execution across multiple states.
• Manage full lifecycle from engineering to commissioning and closeout.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules with timelines.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Interface with utilities and coordinate internal teams, utilities, and EPCs.
• Administer construction contracts, including change orders and RFIs.
• Oversee budgets, cash flow and financial reporting.
• Ensure compliance with interconnection agreements and contracts.
• Champion quality, compliance and reporting with stakeholders.

Skills

HV Substation

Project Mgmt

Budgeting

Scheduling

Cross-functional

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Eng

MS preferred

Construction Mgmt

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

Slack

Job description

We’re a team of friends bound together by a mission to preserve our planet for future generations through innovative energy solutions and modern infrastructure. Intersect develops, constructs, and operates the most ambitious power and data center infrastructure in the country by co-locating industrial demand with dedicated gas and renewable power generation.

Intersect was acquired by Google in March 2026 and operates as an independent subsidiary. We are developing and constructing multiple gigawatts of energy and data center projects in the U.S., enabling more data center and generation capacity to come online faster. We’re on an aggressive growth trajectory and looking for people hungry to tackle the largest energy challenges on the planet.

Location & Team Gatherings

Intersect has been a fully flexible workplace since its founding in 2016. We’ve been very intentional about the way we do things. We are not work-from-home, hybrid, or in-office - we are any and all of those options! Deepening social connections and offering shared experiences is a cornerstone of the way we work. We connect as a team at our Team Week experiences four times a year and at our recently established Hub locations - SF Bay Area, NYC Metro Area, NY; Denver, CO; Austin, TX; Calgary, AB; and Toronto, ON.

We are currently looking for candidates located within 60 miles of any of the listed hubs to foster more in-person connections while maintaining our flexible remote culture.

About This Role

As part of Intersect’s Construction Project Management team, you’ll lead the delivery of large-scale high-voltage substation and transmission line projects across Texas, Oklahoma, and New Mexico supporting infrastructure at voltage levels up to 500kV. This role is responsible for managing complex, cross-functional execution from detailed design through commissioning and closeout, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget.

You’ll collaborate closely with Development, Engineering, Finance, Procurement, Legal, and Operations while serving as a key interface with utilities. Your leadership will directly support the successful interconnection and energization of critical infrastructure that enables large-scale power delivery.

This position is open only to candidates based in the United States and requires up to 50% travel.

Team Overview

This team plays a critical role in advancing Intersect’s mission to accelerate the clean energy transition by delivering complex infrastructure projects that connect generation to the grid. The Construction Project Management team partners across internal departments and external stakeholders to ensure high-quality, disciplined execution at scale. Joining this team means leading technically sophisticated projects while contributing to a culture grounded in accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

What You’ll Do

Lead High-Voltage Project Execution

Manage the full lifecycle of substation and transmission projects up to 500kV, from engineering and procurement through construction, commissioning, and closeout

Develop and maintain detailed project schedules aligned with utility and EPC timelines

Proactively identify risks and implement mitigation strategies to maintain momentum and achieve critical milestones

Manage Utility & EPC Partnerships

Serve as a primary interface with utilities to ensure compliance with grid operator standards and interconnection requirements

Oversee three-way coordination between internal teams, utilities, and EPC contractors to drive aligned execution

Lead administration of construction contracts, including change orders, RFIs, submittals, and document control

Manage project budgets, cash flow forecasts, and financial reporting to maintain alignment with approved targets

Review invoices and change orders in partnership with Finance to ensure accuracy and transparency

Ensure compliance with contractual obligations, interconnection agreements, and related commercial requirements

Champion Quality, Compliance & Reporting

Implement quality assurance processes to ensure construction meets technical specifications and regulatory standards

Maintain comprehensive progress, financial, and risk reports for internal and external stakeholders

Ensure timely resolution of technical issues and documentation management, including as-builts and engineering records

What You’ll Bring

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical field (Master’s degree preferred)

5+ years of experience managing high-voltage substation and transmission line projects, including experience on projects up to 500kV

Direct experience working with utilities on interconnection, regulatory, and technical matters

Strong understanding of utility-scale transmission infrastructure, EPC contracting models, and high-voltage equipment

Knowledge of regulatory frameworks and interconnection processes

Proven ability to manage budgets, schedules, and cross-functional teams in complex infrastructure environments

Proficiency with project management and collaboration tools such as Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and Slack

Strong communication and leadership skills that will help you succeed in utility-facing and cross-functional environments

Willingness and ability to travel to project sites and support on-site execution as needed

Total Rewards

Total Compensation: $180,000 - $200,000 (total compensation includes base salary + bonus in USD)

Equity: Beyond your salary, you’ll receive an Equity Grant, giving you a meaningful stake in our parent company.

Health & wellness: 100% premium coverage for you and your dependents on medical, dental, and vision

Time to recharge: Unlimited PTO, plus two company-wide breaks (Fourth of July & end of year)

Family support: Up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, plus 6 additional weeks for birth parents; access to family planning and family care support through Carrot and Maven

Mental health: Free access to Spring Health, including 5 free therapy and psychiatry sessions, plus a Headspace account for mindfulness and meditation through our physical health vendor, Wellhub+

Perks & extras: $150 monthly food stipend, $150 monthly reimbursement for cell phone and internet, pet insurance allowance, full home office setup, free access to UrbanSitter with $625 in quarterly company-paid credits, ActiveHero, and One Medical

Intersect maintains a work environment free from discrimination, one where all employees are treated with dignity and respect. All employees share in the responsibility for fulfilling Intersect's commitment to equal employment opportunity. Intersect does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by and consistent with applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. We adhere to these principles in all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, compensation, promotion, benefits, social and recreational programs, and discipline.

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