Substation Design Execution Project Manager

AECOM; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Substation Design Execution Project Manager to lead high-voltage electrical substation projects for hyperscale data centers across North America. This role involves overseeing the design and pre-construction phases, ensuring seamless coordination among stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in electrical infrastructure projects and exceptional communication skills. Join a team dedicated to delivering innovative solutions and making a tangible impact on critical infrastructure design.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement savings plan

Employee stock purchase plan

Qualifications

• 8 years of experience managing large-scale electrical infrastructure projects.
• Strong expertise in HV/MV substation design and electrical equipment/system modeling.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the design process for high-voltage electrical substations.
• Manage external design service providers and internal teams for project execution.

Skills

HV/MV substation design

Electrical equipment/system modeling

Project management

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

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Company Description

Work with Us. Change the World.

At AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.

There has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.

We're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Substation Design Execution Project Manager to join our team. In this role, you will act as the Owner’s Representative/Project Manager, overseeing the design and pre-construction phases of high-voltage (HV) and medium-voltage (MV) electrical substations for large hyperscale data centers across North America. You will manage the design process from the substation basis of design stage through the issuance of construction drawings, ensuring seamless coordination between internal and external stakeholders.

This position requires a strong understanding of HV/MV substation design, electrical equipment and system modeling, and construction processes. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, as well as the ability to lead matrixed design teams and manage client-approved engineering consultants.

This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects for hyperscale data centers while collaborating with industry-leading professionals. Join us in shaping the future of critical infrastructure design and execution.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and author detailed scopes of work for substation design and/or design-build contracts, securing alignment with internal stakeholders.
• Lead the proposal review process, issue contracts, and administer contract awards.
• Facilitate planning and kickoff meetings to ensure alignment among all project stakeholders.
• Oversee the design process, including conducting "page-turn design reviews" and equipment fabrication reviews at key project milestones (30%, 60%, and 100% design completion).
• Manage external design service providers and internal teams to create a shared execution plan for substation projects.
• Provide oversight of construction administration services delivered by external design teams to support construction activities.
• Ensure compliance with project timelines, budgets, and quality standards.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and 8 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• 8 years of experience managing large-scale electrical infrastructure projects

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional engineering licensure
• Electrical Engineering preferred
• 4+ years experience working with data center / high tech clients and projects
• Strong expertise in HV/MV substation design and electrical equipment/system modeling.
• Familiarity with building construction and design processes.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to effectively manage diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Proven ability to manage large-scale, complex projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with facilitating design reviews and equipment fabrication reviews.
• Demonstrated success working in a remote team environment

Additional Information

• Relocation assistance is not available for this role
• Sponsorship for US Employment Authorization is available for this position.

Offered compensation will be based on location and individual qualifications. The expected range is $150,000.00 - $200,000.00.

About AECOM

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at aecom.com.

What makes AECOM a great place to work

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

ReqID: J10122903

Business Line: Energy

Business Group: DCS

Strategic Business Unit: East

Career Area: Program & Project Management

Work Location Model: Hybrid

Legal Entity: AECOM Technical Services Inc

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Information Technology

• Industries

  Architecture and Planning, Civil Engineering, and Construction

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