Remote Lead Power Systems Project Manager

Eaton Group; Minneapolis (MN); Remote; USD 113,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Job summary

Eaton Corporation is seeking a Project Manager - Power Systems to lead large turnkey electrical upgrade projects from start to finish. The role supports teams of designers, engineers, construction managers, suppliers, and contractors, with travel up to 25% and a company vehicle provided.

The position offers a salary range of $113,000 - $165,000 per year, with eligibility for a variable incentive program. Remote work is possible within approved states, with the expectation to manage multiple

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 8+ years of project management and/or senior field service experience; OR Associate degree and 10+ years of experience; OR High School Diploma/GED and 15+ years of experience.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience managing electrical power distribution, switchgear, automation, controls, and/or power systems projects, including multi-disciplinary civil, mechanical, and electrical scopes.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience managing project budgets, forecasts, proposals, schedules, and overall project financial performance.
• Minimum three (3) years of experience using Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or similar project scheduling software.
• Must be able to work in the United States without corporate sponsorship now and within the future.
• Travel 25%.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical upgrade projects involving substations, plant control systems, excitation systems, governor controls, SCADA, and power distribution systems.
• Read, interpret, and apply engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Manage all phases of project execution, including scope, schedule, budget, forecasting, procurement, and risk management.
• Oversee subcontractor selection, contracting, performance, and budget management.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements, including job hazard analysis, lockout/tagout, confined space, and rigging practices.
• Establish and maintain QA/QC processes and accurate project documentation, including as-builts and punch lists.
• Develop and maintain project plans, progress reports, action item logs, and contingency plans to drive successful project delivery.
• Lead project meetings and communicate effectively with customers, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Support multiple concurrent projects while maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
• Support proposal development, including estimating and scoping of turnkey project opportunities.

Skills

Project management

Electrical power distribution

Budgeting & forecasting

Scheduling software (MS Project/Primav

Leadership & communication

QA/QC processes

Education

Bachelor's degree + 8+ years

Associate degree + 10+ years

High School Diploma/GED + 15+ years

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Eaton Corporation is seeking a Project Manager - Power Systems to lead large turnkey electrical upgrade projects from start to finish. The role supports teams of designers, engineers, construction managers, suppliers, and contractors, with travel up to 25% and a company vehicle provided.

The position offers a salary range of $113,000 - $165,000 per year, with eligibility for a variable incentive program. Remote work is possible within approved states, with the expectation to manage multiple