Senior Project Manager - HV Utilities

Jobot; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid benefits for employee and

PTO

401(k) Retirement Plan

Holiday Pay

Professional Development

Tuition Assistance

Pet Insurance

Employee Discount Program

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an engineering leader to drive high-voltage transmission and distribution projects from design through closeout. You will provide technical oversight, guide external engineering partners, and collaborate with operations, field teams, and customers to ensure safe, high-quality project delivery.

The role requires 10+ years in engineering or management, a relevant engineering degree (PE preferred), and strong leadership and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in engineering or engineering management.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience with high-voltage infrastructure preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering efforts across all project phases for high-voltage transmission and distribution.
• Oversee external engineering firms, set expectations, and review deliverables.
• Maintain engineering standards, documentation, and quality controls.
• Forecast resources, manage staffing, and mentor team members.
• Support proposal development, customer meetings, and project planning.
• Drive process improvements and integrate new technologies.
• Promote safety, quality, and technical excellence.
• Stay current on industry codes and emerging trends.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Project management

Communication skills

Mentoring

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Up to $200k/yr + Bonus + Free Benefits

Job details

Salary: $120,000 - $200,000 per year

A bit about us

We are a leading national contractor specializing in outside electrical construction, with deep experience in transmission, distribution, substations, EPC, and storm-restoration work. With roots going back several decades, we've built a reputation for quality, reliability, and safety. Our workforce includes highly skilled, union-affiliated professionals committed to upholding strict safety standards and technical excellence. With offices across the U.S., we deliver scalable solutions and respond quickly wherever power infrastructure needs arise.

Why join us

• 100% company-paid benefits for employee and family
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Holiday Pay
• Professional Development
• Tuition Assistance
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Discount Program

Job Details

This role leads engineering activities for high-voltage transmission & distribution projects, supporting everything from early design through construction and closeout. The position provides technical oversight, guides external engineering partners, and works closely with operations, field teams, and customers to ensure safe, high-quality, and efficient project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead engineering efforts across all project phases and support field operations as needed.
• Oversee external engineering firms, set performance expectations, and review deliverables.
• Maintain engineering standards, documentation practices, and quality controls.
• Forecast resource needs, manage staffing plans, and mentor engineering team members.
• Support proposal development, customer meetings, and overall project planning.
• Drive process improvements and integrate new technologies into engineering workflows.
• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and technical excellence.
• Stay current on industry codes, best practices, and emerging trends.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of engineering or engineering management experience in utility or high-voltage infrastructure.
• Engineering degree or relevant work experience required; PE license preferred.
• Strong background in transmission, distribution, substation, utilities, civil, or electrical engineering.
• Proven experience leading engineering teams and managing complex projects.
• Knowledge of scheduling, contracts, estimating, and project controls.
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

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