Substation Engineering Project Leader

Quanta Government Solutions; Maine; On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; 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

QISG seeks an experienced Engineering Project Manager – Substation to lead technical delivery across the full lifecycle—from proposal through design, procurement support, construction coordination, commissioning, and closeout. You will coordinate with engineering, construction, and client teams to ensure deliverables meet standards, budgets, and schedules.

The role requires strong leadership, 10+ years in electric utility engineering, and a track record of managing multidisciplinary teams on

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years’ experience in the electric utility industry performing engineering related duties and/or management for high voltage electrical projects.
• Bachelor of Science degree (B.S.) or Graduate degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited university.
• P.E. license is preferred.
• Proven track record of leading multidisciplinary engineering teams and delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
• Strong technical expertise in structural, civil, or electrical engineering, with a comprehensive understanding of engineering principles and practices.
• Expert knowledge of electric utility engineering and construction standards.
• Knowledge of utility industry processes including scheduling, contracts, coordinating, and managing all disciplines.
• Excellent business acumen.
• Knowledge of process and procedures for project controls and estimates.
• Experience interpreting internal and external business issues, recommending best practices, mitigating risk and solving complex problems.
• Demonstrated experience supporting external customers.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams, clients, and external partners.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic plans, drive innovation, and achieve business objectives.
• Knowledge of relevant industry codes, standards, and regulations, including ANSI, ASTM, ACI, AISC, IEEE, NEC, NESC, and others.
• Able to deal with ambiguity and ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and determine priorities in a complex environment.

Responsibilities

• Strategically collaborate with engineering and operational leadership on technical goals and oversee engineering work.
• Act as a technical lead during the conceptual, preliminary engineering, detailed design, construction, and closeout phases of the project lifecycle. This will include customer or jobsite visits as necessary during different phases of a project.
• Define engineering scope, deliverables, assumptions, and technical requirements for each project.
• Manage the performance of engineering partners, including developing and reviewing key performance indicators with senior leadership from the engineering partner.
• Facilitate design reviews, constructability reviews, and coordination meetings. Identify project risks early and implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure internal technical documentation and standards are upheld to meet company and customer requirements.
• Develop and implement training strategies that elevate the technical proficiency and performance of the substation engineering project management team. Support business development efforts by participating in client meetings, proposal development, and project planning activities.
• Work with Quanta Engineering and Construction Operating Units to drive work.
• Drive innovation and efficiency in engineering processes and methodologies, leveraging new technologies and best practices to enhance project delivery and performance.
• Foster a culture of safety, quality, and integrity within the engineering department, promoting adherence to QISG's core values and principles.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and advancements in engineering practices, and incorporate relevant innovations into project designs and processes
• Represent QISG in industry forums, conferences, and professional associations to enhance the company's reputation and thought leadership in the engineering community.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Engineering leadership

Project coordination

Communication

Problem solving

Safety awareness

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree (B.S./M.S.)

P.E. license preferred

Job description

QISG seeks an experienced Engineering Project Manager – Substation to lead technical delivery across the full lifecycle—from proposal through design, procurement support, construction coordination, commissioning, and closeout. You will coordinate with engineering, construction, and client teams to ensure deliverables meet standards, budgets, and schedules.

The role requires strong leadership, 10+ years in electric utility engineering, and a track record of managing multidisciplinary teams on