Lead Project Manager - Transmission & Substation

Tampa, Florida Permanent USD170,000 - USD190,000 per year Hybrid working View Job Description
Our client is seeking a Lead Project Manager to oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of transmission and substation projects ranging from 69kV to 500kV. This role is responsible for managing scope, schedule, budget, risk, and stakeholder coordination while leading engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning efforts. The ideal candidate has a strong utility infrastructure background and experience delivering complex power delivery projects.
  • Strong project pipeline and long-term growth opportunities.
  • Competitive compensation and bonus potential.

About Our Client

Our client is a nationally recognized engineering and consulting firm supporting utilities, municipalities, and energy providers across North America. With a strong backlog of transmission and substation projects, they offer long-term career growth, technical development, and opportunities to lead critical infrastructure programs that support grid reliability and expansion.

Job Description

  • Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of transmission and substation projects ranging from 69kV to 500kV.
  • Manage project scope, schedule, budget, forecasting, and risk mitigation activities.
  • Coordinate multidisciplinary teams including engineering, procurement, construction, environmental, permitting, and commissioning personnel.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for utility clients, contractors, and key stakeholders.
  • Oversee substation greenfield and brownfield projects, including AIS and GIS facilities.
  • Manage transmission line projects involving overhead and underground systems.
  • Ensure compliance with safety programs, quality standards, utility specifications, and regulatory requirements.
  • Review project deliverables, change orders, RFIs, contracts, and construction documentation.
  • Support procurement activities, contractor management, and vendor coordination.
  • Monitor project performance metrics and provide regular status updates to leadership and clients.
  • Mentor junior project managers and project engineers while supporting business growth initiatives.



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The Successful Applicant

A successful Lead Project Manager - Transmission & Substation should have:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
  • 8+ years of project management experience supporting utility, transmission, or substation projects.
  • Experience managing projects within the 69kV-500kV range.
  • Strong understanding of utility construction, engineering design, commissioning, and project controls.
  • Proven experience managing client relationships and multidisciplinary project teams.
  • PMP certification preferred.
  • Utility, EPC, consulting engineering, or owner-operator experience preferred.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary ranging from $160,000 to $180,000 USD annually.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision (MDV) benefits package.
  • Lead high-profile transmission and substation projects supporting grid modernization.
  • Strong project pipeline and long-term growth opportunities.
  • Competitive compensation and bonus potential.
  • Opportunity to work with industry-leading utility clients.
  • Flexible work environment and career advancement opportunities.
Contact
Lauren Just
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7034249

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Engineering Design and R&D
Industry
Energy & Natural Resources
Location
Tampa
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Lauren Just
Job Reference
JN-062026-7034249
Job Nature
Hybrid working