G.I.S. · 10 hours ago
Project Manager - Power Services
Greater Houston
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$130K/yr - $180K/yr
5+ years expGIS is a premier energy services company delivering comprehensive solutions across the evolving energy landscape. They are seeking an experienced Electrical Project Manager to lead and manage large-scale Renewable Energy, Power Plant, and Electrical Substation projects under EPC contracts, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and performance standards.
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Responsibilities
Lead and manage substation projects from initiation through completion, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, and budget
Oversee all phases of EPC project execution including engineering coordination, procurement oversight, civil works, equipment installation, testing, and commissioning
Coordinate with cross-functional teams including engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and project controls staff
Review and interpret substation drawings, specifications, schematics, and construction documents
Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements, industry codes, utility standards, and client specifications
Manage project schedules, budgets, and resource allocations across one or more active substation projects
Identify project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and proactively resolve issues to maintain project performance
Facilitate communications with clients, utilities, and stakeholders, providing regular progress updates and issue resolution
Support and enforce site safety programs, environmental compliance, and quality assurance protocols
Provide leadership and direction to field personnel, subcontractors, and junior project staff
Perform site visits and inspections to verify progress, safety compliance, and quality of construction activities
Coordinate substation work with transmission line construction and grid interconnection requirements to ensure successful energization
Prepare regular reports, forecasts, and project documentation for internal and external stakeholders
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 5+ years of industry experience as a Project Engineer or Project Manager overseeing EPC projects in Renewable Energy, Power Plant, or Electrical Substation construction
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Engineering Management, or Construction Management preferred; candidates with 10+ years of directly relevant professional experience in the electric power industry will also be considered
Proven track record managing all phases of EPC project execution, including engineering coordination, procurement oversight, construction management, and commissioning support
Strong working knowledge of medium-voltage substation systems, including switchgear, transformers, protective relays, and SCADA systems
Solid understanding of high-voltage transmission (HVT) systems and associated construction and commissioning practices
Proficient in project management software and tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera P6, Procore, or equivalent)
Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multidisciplinary teams and subcontractors
Skilled at reading and interpreting technical documents, specifications, and electrical drawings to support design reviews and field execution
Demonstrated ability to manage project budgets, schedules, and resources while ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards
Willingness to travel 25–35% to project sites as required
Company
G.I.S.
G.I.S. provides Project Management, Shorebase Services, Fabrication, Production Operator, and Maintenance and Construction.
1001-5000 employees
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