Senior Associate: Electric Transmission Project Manager

Exponent, Inc; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Exponent, Inc in Los Angeles seeks a Senior Associate/Associate Project Manager to lead and control complex electric transmission projects from pre-construction to close-out. You will manage cost, schedule, scope, risks, and data integrity, delivering forecasts and reporting to executives.

The role requires coordination with engineers, regulators, contractors and stakeholders, using Primavera P6, Power BI and MS Project. Strong analytical and leadership skills are essential.

Qualifications

• BS in civil/engineering or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 4+ years in electric utility or heavy industrial project management roles.
• Strong project controls and cost management experience.
• Ability to work in dynamic multi-project environment.
• Excellent client interaction and cross-team collaboration.
• Proficient with Primavera P6, Power BI and related tools.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute and manage projects to meet schedule, cost, and scope.
• Develop schedules, budgets, and risk management plans.
• Report performance and forecasts to stakeholders and leadership.
• Perform change control and implement risk mitigations.
• Coordinate project teams across multiple disciplines and contractors.
• Provide KPI tracking, variance analysis and progress reporting.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation and data integrity.
• Collaborate with project managers and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Project management

Budget management

Schedule management

Risk management

Data analysis

Communication

Team leadership

Multitasking

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Education

B.S. in Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Structural Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

Power BI

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

Exponent, Inc in Los Angeles seeks a Senior Associate/Associate Project Manager to lead and control complex electric transmission projects from pre-construction to close-out. You will manage cost, schedule, scope, risks, and data integrity, delivering forecasts and reporting to executives.

The role requires coordination with engineers, regulators, contractors and stakeholders, using Primavera P6, Power BI and MS Project. Strong analytical and leadership skills are essential.