Senior Project Manager - HV Transmission

Minneapolis, Minnesota Temporary USD90 - USD110 per hour Hybrid working View Job Description
Seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead high-voltage transmission projects from planning through construction and closeout. This role is responsible for managing project scope, budgets, schedules, risks, and stakeholder relationships while coordinating engineering, procurement, and construction activities. The ideal candidate has extensive utility project experience and a track record of delivering complex transmission infrastructure projects safely, on time, and within budget.
  • Lead critical grid modernization projects.
  • Competitive pay and career growth opportunities.

About Our Client

Our client is a leading engineering, construction, and infrastructure services organization specializing in electric transmission, distribution, and substation projects across North America. They partner with utilities, renewable energy developers, and industrial clients to deliver reliable grid modernization, expansion, and resiliency solutions. Known for technical excellence and a strong safety culture, the company offers employees the opportunity to work on large-scale projects that support the evolving energy landscape.

Job Description

  • Lead all phases of HV transmission projects from planning and design through construction and closeout.
  • Manage project budgets, schedules, forecasts, risk assessments, and resource allocation.
  • Coordinate engineering, environmental, permitting, procurement, construction, and commissioning activities.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for utility clients, contractors, consultants, and regulatory agencies.
  • Monitor project performance and implement corrective actions to maintain schedule and budget objectives.
  • Review contracts, change orders, project estimates, and scope modifications.
  • Ensure compliance with company, client, OSHA, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
  • Lead project meetings, provide status updates, and prepare executive-level reports.
  • Manage multidisciplinary project teams and mentor junior project managers and engineers.
  • Support business development efforts, proposal preparation, and client relationship management.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project delivery and operational efficiency.



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 Senior Project Manager - HV Transmission should have:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related field.
  • 10+ years of experience managing utility, transmission, substation, or power delivery projects.
  • Experience leading projects involving transmission lines ranging from 69kV to 765kV.
  • Strong knowledge of project controls, scheduling, cost management, and risk mitigation.
  • Experience managing EPC, design-build, or utility capital projects.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or similar project management software.
  • Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to travel to project sites as needed.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive hourly rate between $90 and $110, paid on a temporary basis.
  • Comprehensive MDV benefits to support your well-being.
  • Lead critical infrastructure projects that strengthen and modernize the power grid.
  • Join a growing team delivering complex, high-impact transmission and substation programs across the country.



If you're ready to take the next step in your career as a Senior Project Manager - HV Transmission, we encourage you to apply today!

Contact
Lauren Just
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7031302

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Engineering Design and R&D
Industry
Energy & Natural Resources
Location
Minneapolis
Contract Type
Temporary
Consultant name
Lauren Just
Job Reference
JN-062026-7031302
Job Nature
Hybrid working