Senior Project Manager – Transmission & Substation Utility Projects Location: Central New Jersey | Candidates based in Greater Philadelphia will be considered if they can travel to Central New Jersey as required Work Arrangement: Project-based flexibility with regular client and project-site travel as needed
About the Role ExecuPOWER is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager – Transmission & Substation Utility Projects to lead the planning, execution, and delivery of electric utility engineering and infrastructure projects in Central New Jersey. This role is ideal for a proven project management professional with experience in electric transmission, substation engineering, and utility infrastructure projects who can manage project scope, schedule, budget, resources, client relationships, and overall performance. You will serve as a key point of contact for utility clients while coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure projects meet contractual requirements, technical standards, safety expectations, and financial objectives. The Senior Project Manager will work closely with engineers, designers, project controls, scheduling, document control, and other project support teams to drive successful project execution. You will also play an important role in identifying risks, resolving challenges, improving project delivery processes, and supporting the continued growth of ExecuPOWER's utility services. Candidates residing in Central New Jersey or the Greater Philadelphia area are encouraged to apply, provided they can travel to Central New Jersey for client meetings, project reviews, and other business needs.
What You'll Do Project Management & Execution
- Lead electric transmission and substation utility projects from initiation through closeout, ensuring deliverables meet established scope, schedule, budget, quality, and safety requirements.
- Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, budgets, resource forecasts, and execution strategies.
- Monitor project performance, identify potential risks, and implement corrective actions to address schedule delays, cost overruns, and scope challenges.
- Coordinate engineering, design, project controls, scheduling, document control, and other project resources to maintain project alignment.
- Manage project milestones, deliverables, dependencies, and client commitments.
- Ensure project teams follow applicable client requirements, contractual obligations, company procedures, and utility standards.
- Proactively identify project issues and develop practical solutions to minimize disruption and maintain progress.
Client & Stakeholder Management
- Serve as a primary client-facing representative for assigned transmission and substation projects.
- Establish and maintain productive working relationships with utility clients, subcontractors, internal teams, and other project stakeholders.
- Lead project status meetings, communicate progress, and provide clear updates regarding schedules, budgets, risks, and deliverables.
- Anticipate client needs and address concerns promptly while maintaining alignment on project expectations.
- Ensure project teams understand and follow applicable client processes, procedures, training requirements, and access protocols.
- Identify changes in project scope and coordinate with clients to document, evaluate, and obtain approval for change orders.
- Escalate issues appropriately and drive timely resolution through clear communication, accountability, and action-oriented problem-solving.
Financial Management & Project Controls
- Develop, manage, and monitor project budgets, forecasts, cost performance, and financial reporting.
- Oversee monthly project forecasting, invoicing, accruals, and financial reviews in accordance with client and company requirements.
- Track project financial performance and proactively address potential budget variances.
- Coordinate with Business Unit Coordinators, project controls, and other support personnel to ensure contracts, budgets, change orders, invoices, and forecasts remain accurate and current.
- Monitor project labor, resource utilization, and expenditures to support financial accountability.
- Ensure scope changes are documented and communicated promptly, with associated schedule and financial impacts clearly established.
- Provide leadership with timely and accurate information regarding project performance, financial risks, and anticipated resource needs.
Team Leadership & Resource Management
- Coordinate and assign project resources based on project requirements, technical capabilities, workload, and individual strengths.
- Provide direction, coaching, and constructive feedback to Project Managers, Analysts, and other project team members as appropriate.
- Promote collaboration across engineering, project management, scheduling, document control, and other supporting business units.
- Establish clear expectations for project deliverables, communication, accountability, and performance.
- Identify training and development needs and help maintain project onboarding materials and procedures.
- Monitor team workload and productivity to support efficient project execution.
- Reinforce timely and accurate completion of timesheets, expense reports, and other required project administration.
- Foster a collaborative, solutions-oriented environment focused on quality, continuous improvement, and client satisfaction.
Reporting, Risk Management & Continuous Improvement
- Track project milestones, deliverables, schedules, budgets, and key performance indicators.
- Lead recurring project reviews to evaluate progress, identify risks, and establish action plans.
- Prepare project status reports, financial updates, and performance summaries for clients and company leadership.
- Maintain appropriate project documentation, issue logs, risk registers, and action-item tracking.
- Identify opportunities to improve project management processes, resource planning, reporting, and operational efficiency.
- Encourage practical innovation and the adoption of effective project delivery tools and methodologies.
- Apply lessons learned to improve project outcomes and strengthen client relationships.
Business Development & Growth
- Partner with ExecuPOWER leadership to identify new opportunities within the electric utility market.
- Support client relationship development and contribute to expanding existing utility accounts.
- Participate in proposal development, project scoping, and resource planning as needed.
- Help identify emerging client needs and opportunities to expand engineering and project management services.
- Contribute to building high-performing teams and strengthening ExecuPOWER's capabilities in transmission and substation infrastructure.
What You'll Bring Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related technical or business discipline; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
- 8+ years of project or program management experience within the electric utility, power delivery, or utility infrastructure industry.
- Demonstrated experience managing electric transmission, substation, or related utility engineering and infrastructure projects.
- Proven ability to manage project scope, schedules, budgets, resources, risks, and deliverables across multiple stakeholders.
- Strong understanding of project financial management, forecasting, invoicing, change orders, and cost control.
- Experience coordinating cross-functional teams and managing client expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
- Demonstrated success identifying project risks, resolving issues, and implementing corrective actions.
- Strong leadership, communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities in a deadline-driven environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and project scheduling, reporting, or project management tools.
- Ability to travel to Central New Jersey client locations and project sites as required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting electric utility transmission line, substation engineering, substation construction, or power delivery programs.
- Experience managing multiple concurrent utility projects or a portfolio of related projects.
- Familiarity with utility engineering and design deliverables, construction coordination, outage planning, and project execution requirements.
- Experience with project controls, integrated scheduling, earned value concepts, and performance metrics.
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
- Experience supporting utility capital programs, infrastructure modernization initiatives, or large-scale engineering programs.
- Experience with project financial systems, forecasting platforms, and resource management tools.
What Success Looks Like Success in this role means delivering transmission and substation projects safely, efficiently, and profitably while maintaining strong client relationships.
Key measures of success include:
- Consistent achievement of project milestones and delivery commitments.
- Effective management of project budgets, forecasts, invoicing, and change orders.
- Early identification and resolution of project risks and issues.
- Strong communication and coordination among clients, engineering teams, and project support functions.
- Efficient resource allocation and effective team leadership.
- High-quality deliverables that meet client requirements and applicable utility standards.
- Positive client feedback and opportunities to expand existing relationships.
- Continuous improvement in project execution, operational efficiency, and financial performance.
Why Join ExecuPOWER? At ExecuPOWER, we are powering the future through partnerships, principles, and passion. As a certified women-owned engineering consulting firm, we provide engineering and project delivery services that support the reliability, modernization, and growth of the electric grid. Our expertise spans Transmission, Substation, and Distribution Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, QA/QC Inspection, Renewable Energy, and Field Services. When you join ExecuPOWER, you'll have the opportunity to work with experienced utility professionals, build lasting client relationships, lead meaningful infrastructure projects, and contribute to a growing organization where your leadership makes a difference. Our Benefits Include
- Paid Time Off: Paid holidays, PTO, Summer Hours, and Parental Leave
- Career Development: Opportunities for advancement and internal growth
- Education Support: Tuition assistance, professional certifications, and continuing education
- Flexible Work Arrangements: Flexibility based on project and client requirements
- Retirement Benefits: 401(k) with company match
- Healthcare Coverage: Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance
- Financial Wellness: HSA contributions, Dependent Care FSA, short- and long-term disability, and supplemental life insurance
- Professional Development: Technical training, Lunch & Learns, and opportunities to expand your utility industry expertise
Apply Today Ready to lead complex utility infrastructure projects and make an impact on the future of the electric grid? Join ExecuPOWER as a Senior Project Manager – Transmission & Substation Utility Projects and bring your project leadership, financial management, and client relationship skills to a team committed to delivering high-quality engineering and infrastructure solutions.
Candidates in Central New Jersey and the Greater Philadelphia area are encouraged to apply. Applicants must be able to travel to Central New Jersey as required.
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