Substation & Transmission Project Lead

Spencer Ogden; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Spencer Ogden is partnering with a leading self-performing EPC contractor in the power and utility sector to hire a Project Manager specializing in substation and transmission projects in Allentown, PA. This full-time, direct-hire role supports large capital programs for a major regulated utility.

The Project Manager will be accountable for delivering HV substation projects from development through commissioning, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, managing budgets and schedules, and ensuring

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 4+ years of project management experience focused on substation or transmission infrastructure.
• Knowledge of substation design, construction processes, scheduling tools, and cost control systems.
• PMP certification or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of substation projects, including brownfield upgrades and greenfield installations.
• Manage all phases of project delivery: development, design, procurement, construction, energization, and turnover to operations.
• Oversee budgets, schedules, and resource allocation; identify variances and implement corrective actions.
• Interface with internal design teams, field construction management, and external stakeholders to maintain alignment on scope, safety, and quality.
• Coordinate with transmission and distribution partners to ensure seamless integration of substation systems.
• Manage contract deliverables, cost forecasts, invoicing, and reporting requirements.
• Drive risk management, change control, and continuous improvement throughout the project lifecycle.
• Maintain strict compliance with environmental, safety, and utility standards.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Communication

Stakeholder coordination

Education

Bachelors in Engineering/Construction Mgmt

Tools

Scheduling tools

Cost control systems

Job description

Spencer Ogden is partnering with a leading self-performing EPC contractor in the power and utility sector to hire a Project Manager specializing in substation and transmission projects in Allentown, PA. This full-time, direct-hire role supports large capital programs for a major regulated utility.

The Project Manager will be accountable for delivering HV substation projects from development through commissioning, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, managing budgets and schedules, and ensuring