Project Manager - Early Stage

Hydrogen Group; Juno Beach (FL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Hydrogen Group in Juno Beach, FL seeks an Early-Stage Project Manager to oversee the development of high‑voltage transmission and substation projects. You’ll coordinate Engineering, Estimating, Supply Chain, and Construction to ensure projects are fully developed and execution‑ready before construction begins.

Lead scope, budget, schedule, procurement strategy, and permitting, while defining land activities, risks, assumptions, and mitigation plans to keep projects on track.

Qualifications

• Experience managing complex transmission/substation projects in a regulated environment.
• Ability to lead cross‑functional teams across engineering, estimating, procurement, and construction.
• Strong focus on scope, budget, schedule, and risk mitigation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of project plans, focusing on execution strategy, cost management, and schedule development.
• Coordinate cross‑functional teams to ensure design, permitting, and land activities are aligned.
• Define and manage project scope, schedule, and budget to support readiness before construction.
• Prepare procurement packages and RFPs to source engineering, surveying, geotechnical, LiDAR, and construction services.
• Support cost estimates and financial modeling with clear assumptions and data.

Skills

Project Planning

Cross-Functional

Scope & Budget

Procurement & RFP

Risk Management

Management Reporting

Job description

Early-Stage Project Manager – Transmission & Substation Projects

Location: Juno Beach, FL
Schedule: Standard Office Hours
Contract Duration: 12 Months
Pay Rate: $32-37 per hour

Position Overview

Responsible for managing the Early Stage (ES) development process for high-voltage transmission and substation projects within Engineering & Construction (E&C). This role coordinates cross-functional teams across Engineering, Estimating, Supply Chain, and Construction to ensure projects are fully developed and execution-ready before construction begins.
The position leads the development of project scope, budget, schedule, procurement strategy, engineering plans, permitting requirements, and land-related activities. It also ensures that project plans, risks, assumptions, and mitigation strategies are clearly defined.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Planning: Lead the development of project plans, focusing on execution strategy, cost management, and schedule development.
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Collaborate with Development, Land, Environmental, Legal, Regulatory, Procurement (ISC), Engineering, and Operations teams.
• Scope, Schedule & Budget Management: Integrate project scope, schedule, and budget to support effective planning and project readiness.
• Procurement & RFP Development: Prepare Request for Proposal (RFP) packages to competitively source engineering, surveying, geotechnical, LiDAR, and construction services.
• Estimating Support: Provide detailed project scope, assumptions, and supporting information to assist with cost estimates and financial models.
• Risk Management: Identify project risks, assess potential impacts, and develop appropriate mitigation strategies.
• Management Reporting: Provide regular updates to management on project progress, key issues, risks, and mitigation plans.

Key Deliverables & Accountabilities

• Clearly defined project scope
• Developed and approved project budget
• Established project schedule
• Defined permitting strategy
• Documented project risks and mitigation plans
• Coordinated pre-construction plans to support execution readiness

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