Substation Program Manager: Lead Multi-Discipline EPC Projects

CDM Smith; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 121,000 - 212,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith is seeking a Substation Project Manager to lead multi‑discipline engineering teams delivering critical substation programs across the United States. You will oversee projects from feasibility through commissioning, ensuring safety, quality, and on‑time delivery for investor‑owned utilities and data center clients.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in engineering or consulting, plus PMP/ CCM or DBIA certification within 12 months of hire.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 10 years of related experience.
• PMI PMP, CCM or DBIA certification required within 12 months of hire or promotion.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required, frequency varies.

Responsibilities

• Manage small to large substation projects from concept through construction.
• Lead multi‑discipline engineering teams; ensure scope, schedule, cost alignment.
• Direct proposal development with scope, schedule, staffing and cost definitions.
• Mentor project teams and ensure quality, schedule, and risk controls.
• Serve as main client liaison to deliver exceptional outcomes.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

PMP Certification

CCM Certification

DBIA Certification

Job description

CDM Smith is seeking a Substation Project Manager to lead multi‑discipline engineering teams delivering critical substation programs across the United States. You will oversee projects from feasibility through commissioning, ensuring safety, quality, and on‑time delivery for investor‑owned utilities and data center clients.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in engineering or consulting, plus PMP/ CCM or DBIA certification within 12 months of hire.