Project Manager

W3Global; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Paid Time Off

Travel & Per Diem Policy

Long-term career growth with an国际组织

Exposure to technically challenging…

Job summary

W3Global is seeking a Project Manager for electrical infrastructure projects in Washington, DC. You will lead all phases from initiation to closeout, coordinating with engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, subcontractors, and customers in an international environment.

The role requires a degree in electrical or mechanical engineering, 3–5 years PM experience in electrical infrastructure, and strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (preferred) or Mechanical Engineering; equivalent industry experience accepted.
• 3+ years as Project Manager/Project Engineer in electrical industry OR 5+ years as Project Coordinator or Electrical/Mechanical Designer.
• Strong experience in Traction Power, Electrical Substations, or related electrical infrastructure.
• Experience across Traction Power, Electrical Substations, Power Distribution, Railway Electrification, Renewable Energy, or Heavy Electrical Infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of customer projects from initiation through closeout.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and customer expectations.
• Coordinate with engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, subcontractors, and cross-functional teams.
• Oversee engineering design reviews, shop drawing submittals, approvals, production, logistics, testing, commissioning, and warranty support.
• Ensure contractual obligations are met throughout the project lifecycle.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships through proactive communication.
• Collaborate with global teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Identify risks and implement corrective actions to maintain project timelines.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Planning

Organizational skills

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Job description

About The Opportunity

One of our clients, a global leader in electrical infrastructure and power solutions, is seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee complex electrical infrastructure projects. The successful candidate will manage projects from initiation through completion while coordinating with engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, subcontractors, and customers in an international environment.

Location:

Washington, DC (On-site)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of customer projects from initiation through closeout.
• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and customer expectations.
• Coordinate with engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, subcontractors, and cross-functional teams.
• Oversee engineering design reviews, shop drawing submittals, approvals, production, logistics, testing, commissioning, and warranty support.
• Ensure contractual obligations are met throughout the project lifecycle.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships through proactive communication.
• Collaborate with global teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Identify risks and implement corrective actions to maintain project timelines.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (preferred) or Mechanical Engineering. Equivalent industry experience may be considered.
• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Project Manager or Project Engineer within the electrical industry OR 5+ years as a Project Coordinator or Electrical/Mechanical Designer.
• Strong experience in Traction Power, Electrical Substations, or closely related electrical infrastructure is REQUIRED.
• Experience in any of the following industries is highly preferred:
• Traction Power
• Electrical Substations
• Power Distribution
• Railway Electrification
• Electrical Equipment Manufacturing
• Renewable Energy
• Heavy Electrical Infrastructure
• PMP Certification or formal Project Management training is a plus.
• Experience managing engineering submittals, shop drawings, contract execution, and customer-facing projects.
• Strong leadership, communication, planning, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.

Additional Requirements

• Must be authorized to work permanently in the United States without sponsorship.
• Valid U.S. Passport required shortly after hire.
• Approximately 25% travel, including occasional international travel.
• Initial overseas training required.

Compensation

Salary: based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Paid Time Off
• Travel & Per Diem Policy
• Long-term career growth with an international organization
• Exposure to technically challenging electrical infrastructure projects
• Collaborative, team-oriented work environment