Project Director - Transmission and Substations

SolveNow Inc.; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Houston is seeking a Project Director for Transmission and Substations. Your role will involve leading complex project teams, managing a multimillion-dollar project portfolio, and fostering strong client relationships while negotiating high-value contracts. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor's degree in engineering. This position offers hybrid work flexibility and requires strong leadership and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of relevant industry experience, including project management roles.
• Proven experience negotiating high-value contracts ($50M+).
• Expertise in risk management for EPC T&D/Substation projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee complex project teams for high-quality EPC projects.
• Manage a multimillion-dollar portfolio of projects, ensuring alignment with goals.
• Build and maintain client relationships while negotiating contracts.

Skills

Leadership and mentorship

Negotiation skills

Client relationship management

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field

Job description

Project Director - Transmission and Substations

About the job Project Director - Transmission and Substations

Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee complex project teams comprising global resources, multiple partners, and project managers to deliver high-quality transmission, distribution, and substation projects.
• Manage a multimillion-dollar portfolio of EPC and services projects, ensuring alignment with client expectations, project scope, and organizational goals.
• Build and maintain relationships with multiple clients, including the negotiation and finalization of high-value contracts exceeding $50 million in the energy utility space.
• Oversee risk management processes for EPC transmission, distribution, and substation projects, addressing challenges proactively to ensure project success.
• Act as a cultural leader, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment across diverse project teams.
• Provide mentorship and supervision to project managers, contributing to their professional growth and ensuring high standards of project execution.
• Drive business growth by identifying opportunities for repeat and new business, leading key negotiations with client executives.
• Promote safety as a core value, ensuring adherence to safety protocols across all projects and encouraging a safety-first mindset among team members.
• Interface with other Black & Veatch solutions, including BESS and private networks, to provide integrated services to clients and drive innovative energy solutions.
• Travel to project and client sites as needed, with hybrid work flexibility when not traveling (3 days in-office, 2 days remote).

Qualifications:

• Experience:
  • 15+ years of relevant industry experience, including at least one of the following:
    • 5+ years as a Senior Project Manager for an EPC firm focusing on transmission, distribution, or substations (overhead, underground, or HV).
    • 5+ years in a leadership role for EPC T&D/Substation projects with direct accountability.
    • 5+ years in a project leadership role in utility-scale T&D/Substation construction and/or design.
  • Proven experience negotiating high-value contracts ($50M+).
  • Experience managing construction teams directly in direct-hire and/or subcontract environments.
  • Expertise in risk management for EPC T&D/Substation projects.
  • In-depth knowledge of the utility-scale T&D/Substation market.
• Education: Bachelors degree in Engineering or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Skills:
  • Strong leadership and mentorship abilities with a focus on team and culture building.
  • Excellent negotiation, client relationship management, and communication skills.
  • Proficiency in managing complex projects with diverse risks and stakeholders.
• Additional Requirements:
  • Ability to complete pre-employment requirements, including background checks, drug screening, and motor vehicle records reviews.