Project Manager - Transmission & Substation

United Utility; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility company based in New Orleans seeks a Project Manager to oversee Transmission and Substation power delivery projects. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field, along with 3-5 years of relevant experience. Key responsibilities include managing project schedules, conducting financial analysis, and ensuring effective communication with clients and teams. Candidates should possess strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills. This is a customer-facing role requiring onsite work.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience managing major engineering/procurement construction activities.
• Experience managing projects requiring public and regulatory approvals.
• Ability to develop skills to prepare presentations and expert witness testimony.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and execute Transmission and Substation power delivery projects.
• Evaluate progress and determine viable solutions.
• Conduct financial analysis and manage capital budgets.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Project scheduling

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, finance, Business or equivalent

Tools

Project Management principles and practices

Job description

A leading utility company based in New Orleans seeks a Project Manager to oversee Transmission and Substation power delivery projects. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a related field, along with 3-5 years of relevant experience. Key responsibilities include managing project schedules, conducting financial analysis, and ensuring effective communication with clients and teams. Candidates should possess strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills. This is a customer-facing role requiring onsite work.