Substation Project Manager I - PTD Denton

150 Primoris T&D Services, LLC; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Primoris T&D Services, LLC is hiring a Project Manager I to oversee electrical transmission, distribution, and substation projects from initiation through closeout. You will support planning, scheduling, budgeting, and execution while ensuring safety, quality, and customer expectations.

Travel to project sites and coordination with internal teams, contractors, and stakeholders are required. The role emphasizes strong communication, documentation, and proactive risk management to deliver projects

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of project coordination or management experience in construction, utilities, or infrastructure.
• Experience with project management and analytical tools such as Smartsheet, Power BI, Excel, MS Project, or Primavera.
• Ability to read and interpret project plans, specs, and contracts.

Responsibilities

• Support planning, coordination, and execution of construction projects within scope, schedule, and budget.
• Lead development of schedules, budgets, forecasts, and progress reports.
• Coordinate procurement of materials and subcontractors; manage submittals.
• Monitor progress and performance with regular updates and site visits.
• Track changes and process change orders for accurate billing per contract.
• Ensure deliverables align with design and operational requirements.
• Maintain project documentation: contracts, change orders, RFIs, minutes.
• Identify risks and assist in mitigation, recovery plans, and lessons learned.

Skills

Project coordination

Scheduling

Budgeting

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field

Tools

Smartsheet

Power BI

Excel

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

Job Overview

Primoris T&D provides construction, maintenance, and engineering of electric Transmission, Distribution, and Substation infrastructure. Ancillary services include wireless telecommunication installation, environmental cleanup, project management, and storm restoration services. The Project Manager I is responsible for overseeing construction projects from initiation through closeout. This role supports the planning, scheduling, budgeting, and execution of assigned projects while ensuring compliance with company standards, safety requirements, and customer expectations. The Project Manager I works under moderate supervision and collaborates closely with internal teams, contractors, and stakeholders to deliver projects safely, on time, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning, coordination, and execution of construction projects in accordance with scope, schedule, and budget.
• Lead the development of project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and progress reports.
• Collaborate with project coordinators to manage material and subcontractor procurement, ensure prompt handling of engineering submittals, and address construction requirements efficiently.
• Monitor project progress and performance through regular updates and field visits.
• Oversee progress updates, including change tracking and approval of change order requests, to ensure accurate and timely billing of completed work in accordance with the customer’s billing requirements.
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to ensure project deliverables align with design and operational requirements.
• Manage and track project documentation, including contracts, change orders, RFIs, and meeting minutes.
• Identify and report project risks, issues, and variances; assist in developing mitigation strategies, corrective actions, and recovery plans.
• Facilitate progress meetings and provide clear communication across all project stakeholders.
• Assist in project closeout activities, including timely demobilization, documentation, and lessons learned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Physical Sciences, Business Administration, Accounting, or a related field required.
• 1–3 years of project coordination or management experience in construction, utilities, or infrastructure.
• Experience working with project management and analytical tools (e.g., Smartsheet, Power BI, Excel, MS Project, or Primavera).

Skills & Abilities

• Understanding of construction project lifecycle, progress tracking, and cost management principles.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Smartsheet, and other project management tools.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Strong commitment to customer needs and project delivery excellence.

Work Environment

Primarily office-based with periodic field visits to project sites. May require travel to job locations and client meetings. Must be able to work in both office and construction environments.

Company Overview

Primoris was formed in 2004 as the parent company and is traded on the NYSE under the symbol PRIM. We provide a wide range of construction, maintenance, and engineering services for power generation, oil and gas, chemical, pipeline, utilities and distribution, and civil infrastructure clients. Primoris is ranked in the top 1% of the prestigious Top 600 Specialty Contractors List by Engineering News-Record (ENR), having built projects throughout the U.S. and Canada. For additional information, please visit www.prim.com.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation paid weekly.
• Best-in-class; Medical, Dental, Vision, and LTD/STD.
• 401(k) with company match, vested day-one.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan [ESPP].
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, and Community Service Paid Time Off.
• Pet Coverage 'For our Furry Friends'.
• Legal Assistance Coverage Award winning safety programs.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Growth Opportunities.
• And more.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Company Culture

Power Your Potential. As a premier specialty contractor, we deliver critical infrastructure services to the utility and energy markets throughout the United States and Canada. We’re proud to provide unmatched value to our clients, a safe work environment to our employees, and innovation to our communities. When you’re part of our team, the opportunities are endless. From career advancement to worldclass benefits, we value, safeguard, invest in, and motivate our employees as we build the future, together.