Project Manager, Substation

North Houston Pole Line LP; Houston (TX); Sur place; USD 110 000 - 140 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

North Houston Pole Line LP (NHPL), a Quanta Services, Inc. subsidiary, seeks a Project Manager to lead high-voltage substation construction projects in our transmission operations.

You will manage the full lifecycle from kickoff through energization and closeout, with emphasis on safety, schedule, and client relations. The role requires 5+ years in substation PM, full ownership of scope, schedule, budget, and change management, and strong proficiency with Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.

Qualifications

• 5+ years managing high-voltage substation construction (transmission line PM acceptable).
• Full ownership of scope, schedule, budget, and change management.
• Proficiency in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project.
• Builds schedules, baselines, and cost reports; understands critical path.
• Owns budgets, forecasting, and subcontract/change-order processes.
• Client-facing leadership and ability to drive resolutions in fast-paced environments.

Responsabilités

• Lead substation construction projects from kickoff through energization and closeout, maintaining accountability for scope, schedule, budget, quality, and safety.
• Serve as the primary client contact during kickoffs, job walks, progress meetings, and project reviews, building lasting utility relationships.
• Develop and maintain project schedules using Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project, establish baselines, monitor critical path activities, and address schedule risks and variances.
• Own project budgets, job cost structures, cost forecasting, and financial reporting, linking progress to financial results.
• Manage subcontractor coordination, negotiate terms, and develop change orders with pricing and justification for client review.
• Coordinate with superintendents, field crews, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to resolve issues and maintain accountability.
• Anticipate risks, implement corrective actions, and communicate performance to clients and leadership.

Connaissances

Substation Project Management

Scheduling

Financial & Commercial Management

Leadership & Client Management

Outils

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Description du poste

About Us

North Houston Pole Line (NHPL), a Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE:PWR) company, was founded in 1970 primarily to perform overhead distribution work in Houston, Texas. While serving the greater Houston area and beyond over the last 50+ years, NHPLC has seen utility demands increase and our valued customer's needs evolve. Inherent to continued success, NHPLC has evolved and grew with the ever-changing needs of our customers to ensure we remain the top choice for all our customer's energy demands. As a result of meeting these demands, the company has grown into one of the largest construction contractors in the Southwest, providing a diverse portfolio of services in many rural, urban, and geographical areas.

As a Quanta Services, Inc. Subsidiary, North Houston Pole Line delivers first-class services on virtually any project. A member of the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA), North Houston Pole Line relentlessly pursues continued improvement ensuring our workforce has the necessary training, equipment, and resources to meet or exceed customer needs in a safe, productive, and cost-effective manner. To strengthen this broad range of expertise, North Houston Pole Line's highly qualified workforce undergoes extensive training in well-established instructional programs.

Joining our team means being part of an organization that values drive and inclusion. We focus on career development and reward excellence, recognizing each team member's unique contributions. We’re at the forefront of powering modern life. Discover how your skills and dedication can make a real difference to us.

About this Role

North Houston Pole Line (NHPL), a Quanta Services company, is seeking a Project Manager to lead high-voltage substation construction projects within our transmission operations. This role manages the full project lifecycle, including scope, schedule, budget, subcontractors, change management, and client relationships, from kickoff through energization and closeout. Substation experience is preferred, although candidates with strong transmission line project management experience will also be considered.

The Project Manager serves as NHPL’s primary representative to the utility client and works closely with field leadership and project teams to deliver safe, timely, and financially successful projects. This opportunity is suited for someone who understands field construction, takes ownership of project performance, develops teams, and independently manages a growing portfolio of work.

What You’ll Do

• Lead substation construction projects from kickoff through energization and closeout, maintaining accountability for project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and safety.
• Serve as the primary client contact, representing NHPL during project kickoffs, job walks, progress meetings, and project reviews while building lasting utility relationships.
• Develop and maintain project schedules using Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project, establish baselines, monitor critical path activities, and address schedule risks and variances.
• Own project budgets, job cost structures, cost forecasting, and financial reporting, connecting construction progress and schedule performance to projected financial results.
• Manage subcontractor coordination, negotiate subcontract terms, and develop change order documentation, pricing, and justification to support client review and approval.
• Coordinate with superintendents, field crews, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to resolve construction issues, align resources, and maintain accountability for project commitments.
• Anticipate project risks, implement corrective actions, and communicate performance to clients and leadership while supporting team development and the growth of NHPL's substation business.

What You’ll Bring

Substation Project Management

5+ years managing high-voltage substation construction (strong transmission line PM experience considered in addition to, or in place of, substation background)

Full ownership of scope, schedule, budget, and change management from kickoff through energization

Scheduling & Project Controls

Proficiency in Primavera P6 and Microsoft Project (both required)

Builds schedules from scratch, sets baselines, and produces variance and cost reports

Reads critical path, flags risk early, and ties schedule data to financial performance

Financial & Commercial Command

Owns project budgets, cost forecasting, and job cost structures

Experience with change order justification, subcontract negotiation, and client-facing pricing

Leadership & Client Management

Client-facing leader who can represent NHPL at kickoffs, job walks, and project reviews

Self-starter who anticipates problems and drives resolution without waiting to be told

Thrives in a fast-moving construction environment with competing priorities and tight timelines

Nice to Haves

• PMP certification
• Familiarity with AEP, CenterPoint (CNP), Entergy, LCRA, or CPS Energy