Senior Transmission Project Leader – Grid Delivery

Turner & Townsend; United States; On-site; USD 150,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend in the United States is seeking a Transmission Project Manager to lead the planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale electric transmission projects across Texas and New York. You will manage cross-functional teams, schedules, budgets, and safety compliance to meet regulatory and client requirements.

Ideal candidates have a civil/engineering background, 7+ years in utility or energy infrastructure, and proven leadership.

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.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Budget management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction/PM

PE license

PMP certification

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Turner & Townsend in the United States is seeking a Transmission Project Manager to lead the planning, execution, and delivery of large-scale electric transmission projects across Texas and New York. You will manage cross-functional teams, schedules, budgets, and safety compliance to meet regulatory and client requirements.

Ideal candidates have a civil/engineering background, 7+ years in utility or energy infrastructure, and proven leadership.