Senior Project Manager – Transmission & Substation

CARIAN; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Strong compensation

Full benefits

401(k) match

Career growth opportunities

Collaborative culture

Job summary

A consulting and advisory firm is seeking a Senior Project Manager with expertise in transmission and substation programs. This role involves leading capital projects, managing schedules and budgets, and coordinating with various stakeholders. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and over 12 years of utility project management experience, along with PMP certification. The position offers a competitive salary of $140,000 – $180,000 along with bonuses and benefits.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of utility project management experience.
• Strong background in transmission and substation programs.
• PMP certification required.

Responsibilities

• Lead transmission and substation capital projects from planning through execution.
• Manage integrated project schedules, budgets, and risk profiles.
• Coordinate with utility engineering, construction, and contractor teams.

Skills

Utility project management

Communication skills

Leadership

Client engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or related field

Job description

Senior Project Manager – Transmission & Substation

Location: Washington, DC (Client Site – Penn Quarter)

Job Type: Full-Time

About Us

CARIAN is a purpose-driven, woman-owned consulting and advisory firm dedicated exclusively to the power sector. We partner with leading electric and gas utilities to provide strategic advisory and disciplined execution across program management, business intelligence, and field execution oversight. Guided by integrity, trust, excellence, and accountability, our team helps deliver complex capital programs and build the resilient energy infrastructure that communities depend on.

Position Overview

CARIAN is seeking a Senior Project Manager with deep transmission and substation experience to support high-visibility electric utility capital programs across the Mid-Atlantic region. This role leads complex infrastructure workstreams and coordinates closely with engineering, construction, and utility stakeholders.

The successful candidate will bring strong utility execution experience, sound program judgment, and the ability to operate effectively in a client-facing delivery environment with regular presence at client and field locations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead transmission and substation capital projects from planning through execution
• Manage integrated project schedules, budgets, and risk profiles
• Coordinate with utility engineering, construction, and contractor teams
• Track project performance and drive corrective actions
• Support executive reporting and program-level visibility
• Ensure compliance with utility standards and regulatory requirements
• Participate in site visits and field coordination activities
• Support multi-state project coordination as required

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related technical field required.
• Experience Level: 12+ years of utility project management experience
• Strong background in transmission and substation programs
• PMP certification required
• Experience with Exelon-family utilities preferred (Pepco, ACE, DPL, PECO, BGE, ComEd)
• Otherwise, Mid-Atlantic / Northeast utility experience preferred
• Must reside within the DC, Maryland, Northern Virginia, Delaware, or Baltimore footprint
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex utility capital programs
• Willingness for frequent on-site and field presence

Why CARIAN

• Purpose-driven work – Help deliver infrastructure that powers communities
• Industry reputation – Trusted by leading utilities for our reliability and results
• Career growth – Opportunities to lead major programs and mentor high-performing teams
• Collaborative culture – Join a team that values delivery excellence and long-term relationships
• Competitive total rewards – Strong compensation, full benefits, 401(k) match, and meaningful work

Equal Employment Opportunity

CARIAN is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire and develop talent based on qualifications, performance, and business needs. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. As a woman-owned firm dedicated to the power sector, we are committed to building a team that reflects professionalism, expertise, and integrity at every level.

Compensation

The base salary range for this role is $140,000 – $180,000 annually. This range represents a good‑faith estimate at the time of posting; actual compensation will depend on experience, qualifications, and other factors permitted by law. In addition to base salary, the role includes eligibility for bonus incentives, a comprehensive benefits package, and a company 401(k) match.