Commercial Energy Services & Supply LLC dba CESS · 1 day ago
Project Manager – Medium & High Voltage Electrical Projects (Substations & Transmission)
Las Vegas,NV,US
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expCommercial Energy Services & Supply LLC dba CESS is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the successful delivery of medium-voltage and high-voltage electrical infrastructure projects. The role involves full project lifecycle responsibility, managing procurement and vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance with client specifications while mentoring junior staff.
Wholesale
Responsibilities
Assist in Developing proposals on projects, using limited information at onset of project, to secure multi-year projects
Manage procurement and vendor relationships for major HV/MV equipment (transformers, GIS/AIS switchgear, circuit breakers, control & protection systems, Steel Structures, etc.)
Develop and manage detailed project schedules, resource plans, budgets, and cash flow forecasts
Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks; implement robust change control processes
Serve as primary point of contact for clients, utilities, and stakeholders
Ensure strict compliance with client specifications
Lead regular project review meetings, progress reporting, and earned value management (EVM)
Drive quality assurance/quality control throughout design reviews (30/60/90/100%), factory acceptance testing (FAT), and site acceptance testing (SAT)
Mentor junior project staff and foster a strong risk-averse culture
Qualification
Required
Minimum 8–12+ years of progressive experience in project management for MV/HV electrical projects (substations, transmission lines, switchyards)
Proven track record successfully delivering utility-scale HV/MV projects (69kV–500kV preferred), including EPC/turnkey contracts
Deep technical knowledge of: Substation physical & electrical design, Protection & control systems, Primary equipment (GIS, AIS, power and pad mount transformers, breakers), SCADA, communication systems, and grid interconnection requirements
Strong experience with project management tools (Primavera P6, MS Project, Oracle Primavera Cloud, etc.)
Familiarity with relevant standards & codes (IEEE, IEC, NERC, NEC, NFPA 70E)
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a closely related field
3+ years of professional experience in electrical system design, analysis, or testing
Strong understanding of electrical theory, circuit design, and power systems
Proficiency with industry-standard software (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical, MATLAB, ETAP, or similar)
Experience interpreting electrical schematics, single-line diagrams, and technical specifications
Knowledge of applicable electrical codes and standards (e.g., NEC, IEC, IEEE)
Ability to troubleshoot electrical systems and implement effective solutions
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team environment
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in project management or business. PMP certification or equivalent project management credential
Experience with Data Center, Utility, or Mining Projects
Previous utility/client-side or EPC-contractor background (e.g., Siemens Energy, GE Vernova, Hitachi)
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to travel to project sites (30–60% depending on phase)
Professional Engineer (PE) license or Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification
Experience with PLCs, motor controls, or automation systems
Familiarity with power distribution, grounding, and protection systems
Experience in manufacturing, utilities, construction, or industrial environments
Project management experience or exposure to cross-functional engineering projects
Company
Commercial Energy Services & Supply LLC dba CESS
A solutions provider with a focus on energy efficient supplies, products and services.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Oscar Aliaga
President & CEO
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