Senior EPC Substation Project Manager

Ampirical; Duluth (MN); Remote; USD 130,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) with 4% match

PTO 120+ hours + 10 holidays

Gym membership stipend

Wellness program

Fertility benefits

Pet insurance

Job summary

Ampirical, a leader in power grid solutions, is seeking an EPC Substation Project Manager. This role is remote with regular site visits, based in the Greater Atlanta area, and may be based in the Duluth office.

You will oversee engineering, procurement, construction, scheduling, budgeting, and client coordination across multidisciplinary teams to deliver reliable infrastructure for the evolving energy grid.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 10–15 years (Level III) or 15+ years (Sr) in EPC substation project management.
• Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering and construction teams.
• Strong understanding of project financials, forecasting, and scheduling.
• Experience with Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full EPC lifecycle for utility substation projects.
• Lead project execution across safety, scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams across design, protection & controls, civil/structural, procurement and construction.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, staffing plans, cost forecasts, and client reporting.
• Oversee contractor performance, material procurement, outages, and field execution.
• Serve as primary point of contact for utility clients, vendors, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Lead project meetings, change management, and issue resolution.
• Ensure deliverables meet client expectations and Ampirical QA/QC requirements.
• Support proposal development, project planning, and resource forecasting.
• Travel to client sites, substations, and vendor facilities as needed.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

This role is fully remote, based in the Greater Atlanta area with regular site visits required. This role can also be based out of our Duluth office if you prefer being in an office environment.

About Ampirical

At Ampirical, we're shaping the future of the power grid with precision, innovation, and purpose. Just as the ampere is the foundation of electric current, Ampirical is a core force driving the energy sector forward. We focus on quality, forward-thinking solutions, and empowering our team to grow and thrive.

We don’t just build projects -we build careers. If you’re looking for a place where your contributions matter and your professional development is supported every step of the way, we’d love to meet you. Watch this video to get a glimpse into our culture.

Why Ampirical?

Salary Range: $130,000 - $165,000 (dependent on experience, education, and qualifications)
Profit Sharing Bonus
Day-One Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
401(k) with 4% match and immediate vesting
PTO: 120+ hours of PTO+ 10 paid holidays
Flexible Work Schedule: Every other Friday off
Career Development: Advancement opportunities, tuition reimbursement
Perks: Gym membership stipend, wellness program, fertility benefits, pet insurance, and more

Your Role: EPC Project Manager

As a Substation Project Manager at Ampirical, you’ll lead complex EPC substation projects from early engineering through construction and energization. You’ll oversee project execution across engineering, procurement, construction, scheduling, budgeting, and client coordination while partnering with multidisciplinary teams to deliver reliable power infrastructure solutions that support the evolving energy grid.

Projects may include greenfield and brownfield substations, relay upgrades, physical expansions, and utility modernization initiatives. (Projects ranging from 12kV–500kV)

What You’ll Do

• Manage the full EPC lifecycle for utility substation projects, including engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and project closeout
• Lead project execution across safety, scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk management
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams across physical substation design, protection & controls (P&C), civil/structural engineering, procurement, and construction
• Develop and maintain project schedules, staffing plans, cost forecasts, and client reporting
• Oversee contractor performance, material procurement, outage coordination, and field execution activities
• Serve as the primary point of contact for utility clients, vendors, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders
• Lead project meetings, change management efforts, issue resolution, and project status communications
• Ensure project deliverables meet client expectations, industry standards, and Ampirical QA/QC requirements
• Support proposal development, project planning, and resource forecasting for upcoming utility infrastructure work
• Travel to client sites, substations, and vendor facilities as needed to support project execution

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field (in lieu of degree, 4 additional years of relevant utility industry experience)
• Experience managing EPC substation projects within utility, consulting, or infrastructure environments
  • Level III: 10-15 years
  • Sr: 15+ years
• Knowledge of utility substation engineering principles, construction sequencing, commissioning, and outage coordination
• Experience managing multidisciplinary engineering and construction teams across complex infrastructure projects
• Strong understanding of project financials, forecasting, scheduling, and risk management
• Experience using Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or similar scheduling tools preferred
• Strong communication and client relationship management skills

Ampirical is an Equal Opportunity Employer, meaning we do not discriminate based on the following characteristics in our hiring and employment practices: Age, sex, color, race, creed, national origin, religion or religious attire, marital status, pregnancy (child birth or related medical conditions), citizenship status or amnesty, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, sickle-cell trait, status as a tobacco user or non-user, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.