Substation Senior Project Manager

EC Source; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401k plan

Employee Stock Purchase plan

Job summary

MasTec Utility Services is seeking a Sr. Project Manager to lead large, complex construction projects (substation and data center utility) in the United States. You will drive planning, budgeting, scheduling, and client coordination while ensuring safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

The role requires 8+ years in PM, PMP/CCM/PE, and a bachelor’s in engineering or related field; a Master’s degree is preferred. Strong leadership, communication, and data-driven decision skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in project management for substation, data center utility, or EPC projects.
• Oversees large, complex projects with increasing size and scope.
• PMP, CCM, PE, or equivalent certifications required; MS degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee projects from proposal through initiation, execution, and closeout.
• Manage budgets, scheduling, and progress tracking using KPIs.
• Coordinate procurement, contracts, and subcontractors.
• Provide weekly/monthly progress reports and cash flow projections.
• Lead meetings and maintain risk registers and mitigation plans.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Multi-project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Primavera

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Company Summary

MasTec Utility Servicesdelivers critical infrastructure construction and engineering services for power delivery, gas, and water customers, specializing in overhead and underground electric distribution for power delivery systems, gas distribution construction for gas systems, and turnkey solutions for a variety of water, sewer, and civil infrastructure projects. Backed by the strength of decades of experience, unrivaled industry skills, and a deep commitment to core values, MUS delivers safe, innovative, and environmentally responsible services that provide extraordinary value to clients.

Job Summary

The Sr. Project Manager is responsible for initiating, planning, executing, controlling, and evaluating construction projects in accordance with scope, budget, and schedule requirements. This role involves managing projects, subcontractor coordination, procurement, and client relations, and ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards. The Project Manager serves as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders.

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Responsibilities

Project Management & Execution

• Oversee projects from proposal stage through initiation, execution, and closeout.
• Manage day-to-day construction activities (partnered with Construction Manager),including budgeting, scheduling, and progress tracking, using KPIs to make data drivendecisions. Verify project progress, support forecasting, and maintain thorough documentation.
• Develop and implement project work plans, defining scope, objectives, and evaluationcriteria.
• Manage project construction schedules in Primavera.
• Monitor project performance to ensure timely procurement of materials, equipment, and labor.
• Lead weekly meetings to discuss manpower and equipment needs.
• Manage contract execution, change orders, and subcontractors.
• Document and analyze project risks and develop and implement risk mitigationstrategies.
• Manage and resolve conflicts and elevate issues as needed.

Stakeholder Coordination & Reporting

• Serve as the primary point-of-contact for project personnel, clients, subcontractors, andregulatory agencies.
• Coordinate project deliverables, meetings, schedule updates, and reporting requirements.
• Prepare and submit weekly/monthly progress reports, billing information, and cash flowprojections.
• Provide regular updates to senior management on project performance and financials.
• Attend site visits, field walk-downs, and client meetings as needed.

Safety, Quality, & Compliance

• Demonstrate a commitment to the company's safety program through personal actionsand monitoring project activities.
• Ensure entire project team adheres to safety and quality standards.
• Manage project closeout and warranty processes.
• Enforce compliance with company policies, industry standards, and ethical guidelines.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Experience: 8+ years in project management, specializing in substation,data center utility, or EPC projects with demonstrated management ofprojects of increasing size and scope.
• Scope: Oversees large, complex projects
• Leadership: Supervises other PMs and mentors junior staff
• Strategic Role: Drives process improvements and contributes to PMO strategy
• Certifications: PMP, CCM, PE, or equivalent required
• Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, projectmanagement, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred
• Experience managing power construction projects required

Technical Skills & Knowledge

• Knowledgeable in power construction specifications, proposals, and documentation fortime/cost/labor estimates.
• Ability to read and interpret civil, structural, and electrical plans and specifications.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Experience with Primavera for scheduling.
• Familiarity with OSHA, NEC, NFPA 70E, and other relevant safety and constructionregulations.

Soft Skills & Abilities

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Track record of proactively driving projects to closure.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with clients, subcontractors, and team members.
• Self-driven, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits available include Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance, a 401k plan and Employee Stock Purchase plan. MasTec is a publicly traded company MTZ (NYSE).

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law and EEOC regulations. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.