Project Manager - Substation

Project Manager & Assistant Project Manager – Substation Design Projects Location:Phoenix, AZ Travel:Yes, up to 15% Our client is seeking aProject ManagerandAssistant Project Managerto join their growing project site office in Phoenix, Arizona. These roles will be responsible for managing substation design projects ranging from 12-kV to 500-kV. A strong entrepreneurial mindset and proven leadership abilities are essential for success. Key Responsibilities (Project Manager): • Manage, direct, and coordinate all aspects of brownfield substation, switching station, and renewable interconnection projects. • Oversee projects from concept through completion, including siting, permitting, environmental review, engineering, right-of-way acquisition, construction management, and project closeout. • Develop and maintain project schedules, manage scope, and control costs. • Serve as the primary liaison with clients, ensuring alignment on strategic planning, budgeting, staffing, environmental compliance, and scheduling. • Support and enforce compliance with our client's safety programs and collaborate to ensure strong health and safety performance on-site. • Assist with client relationships, proposals, and project-related communication. • Support construction management activities, including site mobilization/demobilization planning. • Manage permit acquisition, subcontractor qualification, RFP development, bid evaluations, and contract documentation. • Oversee and support project controls, including cost reporting, schedule tracking, WBS development, and field progress. • Administer contracts, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and dispute mitigation. • Monitor insurance, licenses, taxes, and legal compliance for all stakeholders. • Facilitate audits, materials management, safety and quality reviews, and compliance tracking. • Participate in the turnover, documentation, and close-out processes. • Provide regular progress, risk, cost, and schedule updates to internal and external stakeholders. • Maintain strong project documentation and adherence to company procedures. Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in engineering from an accredited program. • Minimum of 7 years of high-voltage substation experience, with at least 3 years in a project management role. • PE license preferred; PMP certification is a plus. • Excellent communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills. • Ability to effectively manage diverse stakeholders including clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies. • Willingness to travel up to 15%; valid driver's license required. EEO/Disabled/Veterans #INDW