Primera Engineers · 2 months ago
Senior Substation Project Manager (PMP) – Utilities (Remote Option)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$110K/yr - $150K/yr
12+ years expPrimera Engineers is one of the largest woman-owned engineering firms in the U.S., recognized for its technical excellence. They are seeking a Senior Substation Project Manager (PMP) to lead high-voltage substation and power systems projects for utilities, managing the entire project life cycle while mentoring a team.
ConsultingHealth CareInformation Technology
Responsibilities
Lead and manage the successful delivery of substation design and power delivery projects from initiation through closeout
Oversee budgets, schedules, scopes, and resources, ensuring project alignment with client expectations
Serve as primary client contact — managing communication, issue resolution, and long-term relationships
Conduct risk assessments, implement mitigation strategies, and track performance metrics for project health
Ensure technical quality and adherence to client standards and industry codes (NESC, NEC, IEEE, NEMA, ANSI)
Review and approve project deliverables, including one-lines, schematics, rounding, and wiring diagrams
Mentor and manage project engineers and technical staff — providing guidance, feedback, and professional development
Support business development through proposals, client presentations, and scope-change negotiations
Partner with leadership to continuously improve Primera’s project delivery systems and client satisfaction processes
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
PMP certification required
12+ years of experience in substation and power systems engineering, including 2+ years as a Project Engineer
Proven experience managing high-voltage transmission and distribution (T&D) or utility substation design projects
Deep knowledge of substation design principles, including physical and protection & control systems
Strong understanding of utility standards, specifications, and QA/QC processes
Proficient in Microsoft Project, Excel, and Office Suite; familiarity with AutoCAD, MicroStation, or Bentley Substation tools
Strong communication, analytical, and leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
Highly organized and client-focused — with a passion for teamwork and problem-solving
Preferred
Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
PE license is a plus
Benefits
Competitive compensation
Profit sharing
401(k) match
ESOP participation
Continuing education reimbursement
Paid volunteer time
Professional development support
Generous paid time off
Company
Primera Engineers
PrimEra Medical Technologies provides comprehensive world class technology services and solutions for the healthcare providers.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Erin Inman, PE
President & CEO
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