Senior Substation Engineering Project Leader

Quanta Government Solutions; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

401(k) Retirement Plan

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Pet Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Professional Development

Tuition Assistance

Employee Discount Program

Job summary

Quanta Government Solutions seeks an Engineering Project Manager – Substation to lead engineering efforts across the full project lifecycle, from scope through closeout, ensuring design quality, constructability, and schedule compliance.

You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage risk, and implement best practices to deliver safe, reliable, and cost-effective substation projects that strengthen the electric grid.

Qualifications

• 10+ years' experience in electric utility engineering/management for high voltage projects.
• ABET-accredited degree (B.S. or graduate).
• P.E. license is preferred.
• Proven track record leading multidisciplinary engineering teams and delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Strong technical expertise in structural, civil, or electrical engineering with understanding of industry standards.
• Knowledge of scheduling, contracts, and coordination across disciplines.

Responsibilities

• Strategically collaborate with engineering and leadership on goals and oversee engineering work.
• Act as technical lead through concept to closeout, with client site visits as needed.
• Define engineering scope, deliverables, assumptions, and technical requirements.
• Monitor performance of engineering partners and review KPIs with senior leadership.
• Facilitate design and constructability reviews; identify risks early and mitigate.
• Ensure internal documentation and standards meet requirements.
• Develop training strategies to elevate team's technical skills and performance.
• Support business development via client meetings and proposal planning.
• Drive innovation and efficiency in processes; promote safety, quality, integrity.
• Represent QISG in industry forums to build reputation.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Project management

Multidisciplinary teams

Communication

Risk management

Education

ABET-accredited degree (B.S./Graduate)

Job description

Quanta Government Solutions seeks an Engineering Project Manager – Substation to lead engineering efforts across the full project lifecycle, from scope through closeout, ensuring design quality, constructability, and schedule compliance.

You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage risk, and implement best practices to deliver safe, reliable, and cost-effective substation projects that strengthen the electric grid.