Substation Project Manager

Koch Engineered Solutions; Scottsdale (AZ); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Koch Engineered Solutions is seeking a Substation Project Manager to oversee and ensure successful execution of substation projects. This role requires strong project management skills, knowledge of electrical systems, and experience in contractor coordination. The position offers the opportunity to work for a dynamic company that emphasizes innovation and employee empowerment, with a salary range of $120K to $165K per year.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan and educational assistance

Paid vacation and time off

Qualifications

• Experience managing electrical substation projects from inception to completion.
• Knowledge of industry standards such as NESC, NEC, IEEE, and ANSI.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all phases of electrical substation projects to ensure timely completion.
• Coordinate with engineers, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and safety standards.

Skills

Project Management

Electrical Engineering

Contractor Coordination

Safety Regulations

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

PMP Certification

OSHA 30 certification

Job description

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Your Job

DEPCOM Power, a Koch company, is seeking a

Your Job

DEPCOM Power, a Koch company, is seeking a Substation Project Manager to join the team. This role will oversee the planning, execution, and completion of substation projects. The ideal candidate will have experience in substation construction and project management, with a strong understanding of electrical systems, safety regulations, and contractor coordination. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding opportunity with a dynamic and growing company, this could be the perfect role for you!

This role can be based in Scottsdale, AZ or remotely within the U.S. with 25% - 50% travel based on project need.

This role does not provide VISA sponsorship.

Our Team

DEPCOM’s Project Delivery Organization executes full turnkey PV and BESS plants with collection substations and generation transmission lines utilizing preferred partnerships with key vendors and subcontractors while coordinating with interconnection utilities across the nation. As a Koch Company, we implement Principle Based Management to continue driving innovation, hold our team to the highest standard and streamline our overall processes to ensure project success for each of our clients.

What You Will Do

• Oversee all phases of electrical substation projects, ensuring on-time and within-budget completion.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, resources, and deliverables.
• Coordinate with engineers, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure project requirements are met.
• Conduct site visits, inspections, and quality control checks throughout project execution.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations, safety standards, and company policies.
• Communicate project updates, risks, and solutions to senior management and clients.
• Manage procurement of materials and equipment for substation construction.
• Oversee contractor performance and ensure adherence to project specifications.
• Resolve technical and logistical challenges that arise during project execution.
• Document and report project progress, including financial tracking and closeout procedures.
  
  
  

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Project Management experience managing electrical substation projects from inception to completion
• Demonstrated knowledge of electrical engineering principles, substation components, and construction practices.
• Experience with industry standards such as NESC, NEC, IEEE, and ANSI.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Valid driver’s license
• Legal authorization to work permanently in the United States for any employer without requiring a visa transfer or visa sponsorship now or in the future.
  
  
  

What Will Put You Ahead

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• PMP Certification or equivalent project management training.
• OSHA 30 certification.
  
  
  

For this role, we anticipate paying $120k - $165k per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

Who We Are

As a Koch Engineered Solutions company, DEPCOM Power is a leading energy solutions partner for the utility solar and broader energy industries, providing project development support, engineering, procurement and construction, energy storage, repowering and operations and maintenance services. Our highly skilled team of conventional and renewable power industry experts work to deliver the lowest cost of energy and the highest rate of return.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aquí, or tu).

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