Assistant T&D Project Manager

San Diego, California Temporary USD45 - USD60 per hour Hybrid working View Job Description
As an Assistant Project Manager, you will support the execution of transmission (69-500+ kV), substation (12-500 kV), and distribution (4-35 kV) projects across both brownfield upgrades and greenfield developments. Working alongside senior PMs, engineers, construction managers, and utility stakeholders, you will help drive project coordination, reporting, documentation, and schedule/cost support throughout the project life cycle.
  • Hands‑ on exposure to scheduling, cost controls, and full project lifecycle.
  • Get Fortune 500-level work in a close‑ knit, agile engineering firm.

About Our Client

Recognized nationwide for its engineering and EPC excellence, this firm operates with the precision of a top‑tier utility consultant while maintaining the attentiveness and agility of a boutique team. Their senior technical experts lead transmission, substation, and distribution projects with a hands‑on approach that prioritizes collaboration, speed, and quality. Utilities across the country trust the firm for high‑accuracy engineering, owner's engineer services, and end‑to‑end project execution within a relationship‑focused environment

Job Description

Project Coordination

  • Assist senior PMs with day‑to‑day project execution across transmission, substation, and distribution scopes.
  • Help coordinate activities between engineering, procurement, field teams, and client stakeholders.
  • Track project milestones, deliverables, outage windows, construction sequencing, and permitting activities.
  • Support the management of project documentation, action logs, and meeting minutes.



Schedule, Cost & Reporting Support

  • Help maintain and update project schedules with input from technical teams (P6/MS Project exposure preferred).
  • Monitor progress and assist in identifying schedule risks, delays, and resource conflicts.
  • Support cost tracking, budget updates, forecasting, and Project Controls reporting.
  • Prepare weekly/monthly project dashboards, progress summaries, and client‑facing updates.



Contract & Scope Management

  • Assist with monitoring scope changes, potential impacts, and required documentation.
  • Support contract administration tasks, including purchase orders, change requests, and vendor coordination.
  • Ensure alignment between engineering deliverables, procurement timelines, and field execution plans.



Field & Construction Support

  • Interface with construction managers and field personnel to gather progress updates and site information.
  • Help track RFI responses, submittals, deliverables, and as‑built documentation.
  • Learn and apply utility safety, energized‑work, and brownfield environment considerations.



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Assistant T&D Project Manager should have:

  • 1-5+ years of experience in a utility, EPC, construction, engineering, or project support role.
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or related field.
  • Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple simultaneous priorities.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency with MS Office (Excel, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint).
  • Ability to work collaboratively with engineers, field staff, and client representatives.
  • Willingness to travel 10-25% for site visits, meetings, or project support.



Preferred (Not Required)

  • Familiarity with Primavera P6, MS Project, or other scheduling tools.
  • Experience with project controls, cost tracking, or Earned Value concepts.
  • Understanding of utility standards, drawings, or substation/T‑line terminology.
  • Interest in pursuing PMP or similar credentials in the future.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive hourly rate from $45/hr to $60/hr+, based on experience.
  • Work alongside industry-leading PMs and Engineers on high-impact grid modernization projects.
  • Access to medical, dental, and vision benefits.
  • Gain structured, hands-on development toward full Project Manager responsibilities.
  • Collaborative work environment with a focus on professional growth.
  • Join a respected, people-focused engineering partner known for mentorship and career growth.



If you're ready to advance your career as an Assistant T&D Project Manager in San Diego, this is your chance. Apply now to join a team that values excellence and innovation!

Contact
Jackson Edwards
Quote job ref
JN-042026-7003406

Job summary

Sector
Renewable Energy
Sub Sector
Project Manager
Industry
Energy & Natural Resources
Location
San Diego
Contract Type
Temporary
Consultant name
Jackson Edwards
Job Reference
JN-042026-7003406
Job Nature
Hybrid working