Senior Substation Project Leader

ISG; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 105,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Paid volunteer time

401K retirement plan

Life insurance

HSA and FSA options

Parking reimbursement

Job summary

ISG is seeking a Substation Project Manager to lead complex substation projects nationwide from Sioux Falls, SD. You will guide projects from concept through commissioning, manage scope, schedule, and budget, and partner with clients to deliver reliable, forward-thinking infrastructure.

This role requires 12+ years in substation engineering, a PE license (preferred), CAD/MS Office proficiency, and strong leadership and communication skills for coordinating electrical, civil, and structural teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering discipline required.
• 12+ years of experience in substation engineering, design, or consulting environments required.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred (state-specific licensure or ability to obtain).
• Valid driver’s license required, with travel as needed.
• Proficiency with engineering design tools and CAD systems; strong MS Office skills.
• Working knowledge of NEC and NESC codes and standards; ongoing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Leads execution of high complexity substation projects across lifecycle stages.
• Owns scope development, cost estimating, budgeting, scheduling, and QA/QC.
• Serves as primary client contact, building relationships and translating goals into plans.
• Coordinates multidisciplinary teams of electrical, civil, and structural engineers.
• Contributes to proposals, fee development, and resource planning.
• Oversees protection & control and physical substation designs; reviews drawings.
• Supports field engineering, commissioning, and troubleshooting during energization.
• Mentors junior staff and represents ISG at industry events and client meetings.
• Ensures compliance with codes, standards, and safety protocols.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Client relationship

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

CAD systems

MS Office

Job description

ISG is seeking a Substation Project Manager to lead complex substation projects nationwide from Sioux Falls, SD. You will guide projects from concept through commissioning, manage scope, schedule, and budget, and partner with clients to deliver reliable, forward-thinking infrastructure.

This role requires 12+ years in substation engineering, a PE license (preferred), CAD/MS Office proficiency, and strong leadership and communication skills for coordinating electrical, civil, and structural teams.