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Senior Transmission Project Manager

United States, Chicago 100000.00 - 143000.00 USD / Year · Job Posted February 13, 2026
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We’re seeking a Senior Project Manager with proven expertise in high-voltage transmission line or substation projects. You’ll oversee full lifecycle execution, from siting and permitting to construction and closeout, while driving schedules, managing scope, and ensuring client satisfaction. This role demands strong leadership, technical insight, and the ability to coordinate across teams and stakeholders. You’ll be the central point of contact for project performance, reporting directly to the Lead PM.

Job Responsibility

  • Manage all phases of transmission/substation projects: planning, permitting, engineering, procurement, construction, and closeout
  • Maintain strong communication between field teams, the project office, and clients
  • Drive project schedules, control scope, and manage cost forecasts and accruals
  • Develop and implement project policies, controls, and execution plans
  • Work closely with the Project Team to ensure deliverables meet client expectations and internal standards
  • Report regularly to the Lead Project Manager on construction progress, cost and schedule metrics, procurement issues, safety or environmental concerns, design questions, potential impacts, and any issues requiring home office support

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or related field
  • 10+ years of experience managing high-voltage transmission or substation projects
  • Project management experience must include the construction phase of project execution
  • In-depth knowledge of substations and/or transmission lines, with the ability to articulate this understanding clearly
  • Proven ability to engage effectively with a wide variety of industry, government, and public contacts on project-related matters
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Willingness to travel for projects within a 1-3 hour radius from the reporting location
  • Valid driver’s license required
  • must meet standards to qualify for and maintain the company’s vehicle driving privileges

Nice to have

Project Management Professional PMP certification is a plus

What we offer

  • Top-notch medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • a competitive 401k match
  • generous PTO
  • student loan repayment assistance
  • and an employee recognition platform that celebrates your wins big and small
  • Flexibility that fits your life
  • Diversity that fuels innovation
  • Growth that feels personal
  • A culture that gives back
  • A workplace that feels like you

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