Hybrid Substation & Transmission Project Manager

Sargent Lundy; Charlotte, Northern (NC, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy in Charlotte, NC is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee transmission, substation and distribution capital projects in a hybrid work arrangement.

You will coordinate with multiple internal and external teams to manage lifecycle, safety, schedule, budget, and client experience, while mentoring teammates and delivering results. Strong communication, multitasking, and travel 10-25% domestically are required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience in utility/construction/engineering.
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams.
• Capital project management experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to travel 10-25% domestically.
• High school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project execution, contracts, planning, and resource management.
• Own performance: safety, schedule, budget, reporting, client experience.
• Lead all project life cycle phases from initiation to closeout.
• Direct project team, mentor members.
• Develop relationships with client leads and stakeholders.
• Ensure projects finish safely, on time, within budget.
• Support KPI reporting for schedule, budget, and dashboards.
• Identify and control construction risk and change.
• Communicate with stakeholders and prepare concise reports.
• Analyze issues and drive improvements.

Skills

Project Management

Multi-disciplinary teams

Capital project management

Client liaison

Communication skills

Team collaboration

High school diploma

Travel willingness

Education

BS in Construction Management/Engineering

PMP Certification

Job description

Sargent & Lundy in Charlotte, NC is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee transmission, substation and distribution capital projects in a hybrid work arrangement.

You will coordinate with multiple internal and external teams to manage lifecycle, safety, schedule, budget, and client experience, while mentoring teammates and delivering results. Strong communication, multitasking, and travel 10-25% domestically are required.