Senior Transmission Program Manager

Turner & Townsend

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 150,000 - 180,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Job summary

Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced Transmission Project Manager to oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of electric transmission projects. You will lead cross-functional teams, manage schedules, budgets, and risks while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

The ideal candidate combines deep knowledge of transmission systems, utility operations, and capital project delivery with strong leadership and communication skills to coordinate with stakeholders, customers,

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field.
7+ years of experience managing utility, transmission, energy infrastructure, or large-scale capital projects.
Proven experience leading complex, multi-disciplinary project teams.
Strong knowledge of transmission systems, utility operations, and project delivery methodologies.
Experience managing project budgets, schedules, contracts, and risk management processes.
Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.
Proficiency with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or similar platforms.

Responsibilities

Lead the end-to-end delivery of transmission projects, including planning, engineering, procurement, construction, and closeout activities.
Develop and manage project schedules, milestones, budgets, and resource plans.
Coordinate with engineering, environmental, permitting, construction, and operations teams to ensure project success.
Serve as the primary point of contact for stakeholders, leadership teams, customers, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks while proactively resolving issues that may impact project objectives.
Monitor project performance and provide regular status updates, forecasts, and executive-level reporting.
Ensure compliance with safety standards, regulatory requirements, environmental regulations, and company policies.
Manage contractor and vendor performance to ensure quality, cost control, and schedule adherence.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives and implement best practices in project delivery.
Support strategic planning efforts and contribute to the development of transmission infrastructure programs.
SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.