Project Manager - Transmission

SolveNow Inc.; Gaithersburg (MD); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Project Manager - Transmission in Gaithersburg, Maryland. The role involves leading impactful projects in HV and underground transmission lines and ensuring a safety-first culture throughout. Candidates should have over 7 years of experience in project management within the construction industry and possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering. This hybrid role requires 25% travel and offers the chance to work on innovative electric grid solutions while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in transmission line or construction management.
• Comprehensive knowledge of project execution phases.
• Professional credentials such as PE, P.Eng, or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of projects involving HV, underground, and overhead transmission lines.
• Manage schedules, budgets, and project scopes.
• Serve as primary liaison among clients and internal teams.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Project management

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

About the job Project Manager - Transmission

Responsibilities:

• Lead the execution of impactful projects involving HV, underground, and overhead transmission lines, with potential assignments in substation, distribution, private networks, and BESS projects.
• Actively foster a safety-first culture throughout all project phases.
• Respond to RFPs and create detailed proposals for services and EPC projects.
• Manage schedules, budgets, and project scopes to ensure seamless execution.
• Direct project teams through conceptual design and procurement stages.
• Serve as the primary liaison among clients, external stakeholders, and internal teams to guarantee project success.
• Demonstrate adaptability in corporate and field environments.

Qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience in the transmission line or construction management industry.
• Comprehensive knowledge of multiple project execution phases.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field.
• Professional credentials such as PE, P.Eng, or equivalent preferred.
• Strong leadership, team management, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to oversee project schedules, budgets, and scopes.

Management Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage diverse project teams, with team composition varying by project needs.
• Cultivate a collaborative environment to achieve strategic project goals.
• Hybrid work schedule: 3 days in-office and 2 days remote.
• Role requires 25% travel to project sites, involving a mix of corporate and construction environments.
• Exposure to extreme weather, high noise levels, and safety hazards typical of construction sites.

This position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact by delivering innovative and essential solutions to electric grid projects while working with a forward-thinking team focused on cutting-edge technology.