Substation Project Manager – EPC & Multi-Site Delivery

CDM Smith; Wadsworth (OH); On-site; USD 115,000 - 202,000; Full time

Job summary

CDM Smith (Industrial Division) seeks a Substation Project Manager to lead multi‑discipline teams delivering critical substation programs across the United States. You will manage scope, schedule, budget, and risk, coordinating internal and external stakeholders to achieve safe, high‑quality outcomes.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in consulting, engineering, design‑build, or EPC substation projects, with strong leadership, communication, and client‑facing skills to ensure

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 10 years of related experience.
• PMP, CCM or DBIA certification required within 12 months of hire.
• Domestic and/or international travel may be required.
• Equivalent additional related experience considered in lieu of a degree.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-discipline substation engineering projects from concept to construction support.
• Direct portfolio-level substation programs and manage scope, schedule, budget, and risk.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to meet quality and schedule goals.
• Provide mentorship and leadership to project teams and serve as main client liaison.

Skills

Project Management

Substation Design

Protection & Control

EPC Delivery

Design-Build

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

CDM Smith (Industrial Division) seeks a Substation Project Manager to lead multi‑discipline teams delivering critical substation programs across the United States. You will manage scope, schedule, budget, and risk, coordinating internal and external stakeholders to achieve safe, high‑quality outcomes.

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in consulting, engineering, design‑build, or EPC substation projects, with strong leadership, communication, and client‑facing skills to ensure