Senior EPC Transmission Line Project Manager

Ampirical Solutions LLC; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Ampirical Solutions LLC is seeking an experienced EPC Project Manager to lead transmission line projects from early engineering through construction and energization. You will oversee scope, schedule, budget, safety, procurement, and client coordination across engineering, construction, and utility stakeholders to deliver critical infrastructure that strengthens the power grid.

You will manage cross-functional teams, maintain schedules and forecasts, and drive meetings and change management

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management or engineering; 4 extra years of relevant utility experience is acceptable.
• 10–15 years of experience leading large-scale transmission EPC projects with direct client responsibility (Level 3) or 15+ years (Senior).
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional EPC teams in fast-paced utility environments.

Responsibilities

• Manage EPC lifecycle for high-voltage transmission projects from engineering through closeout.
• Lead project execution across safety, scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk.
• Coordinate with engineering, construction, procurement, environmental, permitting, ROW, and utilities stakeholders for delivery.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, forecasts, staffing plans, and financial reporting.
• Oversee contractor performance, material procurement, and construction activities to meet objectives.
• Serve as primary contact for utility clients, vendors, and internal leadership.
• Drive project meetings, status reporting, change management, and issue resolution.
• Support proposal development, project planning, and resource forecasting for upcoming work.

Skills

PM leadership

Client management

Scheduling/CPM

Budget forecasting

Earned value

Stakeholder comms

Utility engineering

Education

Bachelor's Degree in CM/Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

Job description

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.

Your Role: EPC Project Manager

As a Transmission Line Project Manager at Ampirical, you'll lead complex EPC transmission line projects from early engineering through construction and energization. You'll oversee project execution across scope, schedule, budget, safety, procurement, and client coordination while partnering with engineering, construction, and utility stakeholders to deliver critical infrastructure projects that strengthen the power grid.

Project Scope

69kV-500kV transmission projects, large-scale utility infrastructure projects, greenfield and brownfield transmission projects

What You'll Do

• Manage the full EPC lifecycle for high-voltage transmission line projects, including engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout
• Lead project execution across safety, scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk management
• Coordinate with engineering, construction, procurement, environmental, permitting, ROW, and utility stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery
• Develop and maintain project schedules, forecasts, staffing plans, and financial reporting
• Oversee contractor performance, material procurement, and construction activities to ensure alignment with project objectives
• Serve as the primary point of contact for utility clients, vendors, and internal leadership teams
• Drive project meetings, status reporting, change management, and issue resolution throughout the project lifecycle
• Support proposal development, project planning, and resource forecasting for upcoming work

What You Bring

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field (in lieu of a degree, 4 additional years of relevant work experience in Utility Design, Project Management, or Utility Engineering)
• Experience leading large-scale transmission EPC projects with direct client responsibility Level 3: 10-15 years Senior: 15+ years
• Working knowledge in Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, cost forecasting/reporting tools, and earned value management experienceProven ability to lead cross-functional EPC teams in fast-paced utility environments
• Strong financial management, forecasting, and schedule management capabilities
• Excellent client relationship and stakeholder communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with competing priorities
• A skilled communicator capable of leading cross-functional teams and engaging stakeholders
• Knowledge of utility engineering practices with an emphasis on Transmission/Substation design and critical path method scheduling