Sr. Project Manager, Eletric Utility Job at Premier Finder LLC in San Francisco

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Base pay range

$150,000.00/yr - $220,000.00/yr

Role: Project Manager, Substations & Transmission Lines

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Company

We partner with one of the most prestigious, forward-thinking consulting firms in the industry, known for operating with the agility of a startup while delivering the results of a market leader. This firm has established itself as the go-to owner’s representative for tackling high-profile, high-impact projects across construction and technology.

With a reputation built on excellence, integrity, and innovation, they manage large-scale, complex capital programs for Fortune 500 companies and public agencies. Their vision: to be the most technologically advanced construction management consultancy in the world, delivering projects that positively impact communities while redefining how programs are executed.

What You’ll Be Doing

This role will provide critical project management oversight on high-impact Electric Utility substation and transmission line projects.

Project Management:

• Lead planning, engineering, construction, and closeout of substation and T-Line projects.
• Develop and maintain project execution plans, schedules, and budgets for a portfolio of utility projects.
• Manage contractor performance, ensuring adherence to scope, cost, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Identify risks early, recommend solutions, and drive proactive resolution to keep projects on track.
• Oversee resource allocation and ensure compliance with NERC, FERC, and utility standards.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Serve as the primary liaison with utility clients, EPC contractors, and regulators.
• Facilitate project review meetings and provide clear, concise reporting to client leadership.
• Build strong relationships across diverse stakeholders to align execution with client expectations.

Documentation & Reporting:

• Maintain accurate records of project activities, risks, and change management.
• Deliver front-page quality reporting to clients and senior leadership.
• Ensure project closeout documentation meets enterprise and regulatory standards.

What You Bring

Required:

• 5 years of project management experience with infrastructure projects.
• 3+ years of direct experience managing end-to-end substation and/or transmission line projects.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline.
• Strong background in electric utility project lifecycles, planning through commissioning.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, contractors, and complex stakeholder environments.
• Familiarity with project management tools such as Primavera P6 and MS Project.
• Excellent communication and relationship management skills.

Preferred:

• PMP or PE license.
• Experience with Investor-Owned Utilities (IOUs), Public Utility Districts (PUDs), or EPC firms.
• Hands-on experience in substation upgrades, new builds, or T-Line rebuild projects.

Why Join

• Work with a best-in-class consulting team that blends technology and construction expertise.
• Gain exposure to high-visibility projects that directly impact communities and infrastructure.
• Be part of a culture built on accountability, innovation, and relentless pursuit of quality.
• Access to professional growth opportunities and cutting-edge tools to advance your career.

Apply Today: If you’re an experienced Project Manager with expertise in utility substations and transmission lines, and you want to grow with a team that’s redefining the future of infrastructure delivery, we’d love to hear from you.

Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Project Management
• Industries: Business Consulting and Services, Utilities, and Construction

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