Transmission Project Manager (Hybrid)

Talent Wave Associates; Robins (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent Wave Associates seeks an experienced Project Manager - Engineering to lead multiple transmission electric system capital improvement projects from initiation through completion.

You will assemble cross-functional teams, develop schedules, monitor progress, and ensure on-time, on-budget delivery while coordinating with contractors and leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent.
• Associate level requires 8+ years of project/construction management in electric utilities.
• Intermediate level requires 2+ years of project/construction management in electric utilities.
• Senior level requires 5+ years of project/construction management in electric utilities.
• PMP certification preferred.
• Experience with Primavera or MS Project preferred.
• Travel on short notice required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple concurrent transmission electric system capital improvement projects.
• Lead cross-functional project teams to meet objectives on time and within budget.
• Develop baseline schedules and identify critical paths.
• Monitor progress and address at-risk activities.
• Review contractor quotes and change orders; process invoices.
• Communicate status, risks, and issues to leadership.
• Travel as required.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Budget & cost control

Scheduling & planning

Risk management

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent

Tools

Primavera

Microsoft Project

Job description

Are you ready to lead high-impact engineering projects that drive innovation and success?

Are you ready to lead high-impact engineering projects that drive innovation and success?

About the Role

This role involves managing multiple concurrent transmission electric system capital improvement projects from initiation to completion. The Project Manager - Engineering is responsible for assembling and leading cross-functional teams to meet project objectives on time, within scope, and within budget. This position plays a crucial role in ensuring the successful execution of high-priority projects, contributing significantly to the organization's operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple concurrent transmission electric system capital improvement projects.
• Assemble and coordinate cross-functional project teams for high-priority projects.
• Lead project teams to complete projects on time, within scope, and budget.
• Develop detailed baseline project schedules to identify critical paths and milestones.
• Update construction dates for assigned projects monthly.
• Monitor project progress and address at-risk activities to prevent delays.
• Facilitate various project meetings with teams and stakeholders.
• Act as an escalation point for project issues, risks, and change requests.
• Manage and resolve project issues and elevate concerns to leadership.
• Control project costs through monthly cash flow projections and cost variance identification.
• Review contractor quotes and issue PO requisitions for construction contractors.
• Review and approve construction contractor change orders and invoices.
• Communicate project status, issues, and risks effectively to leadership and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with personnel from all areas to ensure project objectives are met.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience and/or education.
• For Associate Level: Minimum of eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in project and/or construction management in electric utility construction or relevant experience.
• For Intermediate Level: Minimum of two (2) years of experience in project and/or construction management in the electric utility industry or relevant experience.
• For Senior Level: Minimum of five (5) years of experience in project and/or construction management in the electric utility industry or relevant experience.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
• Familiarity with creating project schedules using Primavera, Microsoft Project, or equivalent software preferred.
• Experience with risk assessments and coordinating with outside vendors to meet project deadlines.
• Familiarity with electric utility construction processes and equipment preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Effective communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work on multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Required to travel on short notice.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a team environment.
• Authorized to work in the United States for any employer.