Substation Project Manager -Los Angeles

RPMGlobal; Los Angeles (CA); Remote; USD 125,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Substation Project Manager, where you will lead innovative energy projects and manage client relationships. This remote-friendly position emphasizes technical leadership and project management for substation projects up to 500 kV. You will develop project execution plans, mentor team members, and ensure quality assurance throughout the project lifecycle. With a strong focus on renewable energy solutions, this role offers the opportunity to grow professionally while making a significant impact on the energy sector. If you are passionate about energy and eager to shape its future, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

Paid Time Off (PTO)

401k

Flexible Work Schedule

Continuing Education Support

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in substation design and project management.
• Professional Engineering License (PE) is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead technical and client management for substation projects up to 500 kV.
• Mentor engineers and assist in project development and delivery.

Skills

Project Management

Client Management

Technical Leadership

Substation Design

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At David Evans and Associates, Inc. (DEA), we are dedicated to delivering innovative and reliable energy solutions. Our Energy Business Unit is seeking a Substation Project Manager to join our highly engaged and dedicated team. This is a remote friendly position with a preference for an individual who is based near one of our offices located in Portland, OR; Corvallis, OR; Bend, OR; Seattle, WA; Tacoma, WA; Denver, CO, or Boise, ID.

The responsibilities for the Substation Project Manager include:

1. High level technical leadership, project management, and client management for substation projects up to 500 kV.
2. Develop project approach, or develop and implement project execution plan.
3. Develop project staffing plans, participate in group workload planning, assist in managing backlog and informing business unit staffing decisions.
4. Delegate project tasks to team, provide technical guidance to team members.
5. Work closely with project engineers, designers, technicians, and other project managers on multidiscipline project teams.
6. Lead or coordinate QAQC process for substation projects.
7. Work as an effective “seller/doer” building long term and growing relationships with clients through execution of excellent work products, clear communication, and clarity of expectations.
8. Directly manage projects and support staff in project development and delivery, including scoping, budgeting, contract negotiations and project execution.
9. Mentor engineers, designers, and other EU staff.
10. Some travel may be required.

Basic Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or closely related field) from an accredited college.
2. 5+ years experience with substation design.
3. 3+ years experience as a project manager or engineering manager.
4. Experience with all aspects of substation design, including physical, relaying, and studies.
5. Professional Engineering License (PE).
6. Proficient with Microsoft Office.
7. Ability to write and communicate in a clear, concise manner.
8. Good verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college.
2. Experience working and managing projects and teams as an electrical consultant.
3. Experience building substations for utility scale renewable generation. Working for renewable owner/developers as well as for contractors in the design-build space.

Benefits:

1. Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance.
2. Health Savings and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contribution.
3. Support for continuing education and training opportunities.
4. Paid Time Off (PTO)/Holiday Pay.
5. 401k.
6. Flexible 9/80 (every other Friday off) work schedule.
7. Holistic Wellbeing Program with a focus on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health.
8. Opportunity for growth with support and mentoring to help achieve professional goals.
9. Salary Range: $125,000 – $185,000 commensurate with qualifications; will vary by location.

About DEA’s Energy Business Unit:

Our Energy Business Unit partners with utility and transportation clients, developers, and construction contractors to provide power delivery and renewable energy infrastructure solutions so our communities and end users can access safe, reliable, affordable power. Our team has been delivering integrated design and project development solutions for over 40 years, meeting technical, financial, and political objectives for traditional and renewable energy facilities. Our capabilities focus on serving the power, renewable energy, transportation, and data center markets. We provide planning and design engineering services for low, medium, and high voltage facilities up to 500 kV.

Join Us:

At DEA, we believe in fostering a collaborative and supportive environment where you can thrive and grow. If you are passionate about renewable energy and eager to lead, we encourage you to apply and join our team in shaping the future of energy.