Lead Project Manager - Substation & Transmission

Sargent & Lundy•Richmond, VA

10h•Hybrid

About The Position

This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, with a mix of working from home and in the office. The Lead Project Manager will manage the execution of multiple transmission, substation, and distribution projects, coordinating with internal and external departments throughout the capital project life cycle. The role is responsible for project execution, contract administration, planning, and resource management, and for project performance across safety, schedule, budget, reporting, and client experience from initiation through closeout. The position also involves directing and developing project teams, maintaining strong client and stakeholder relationships, identifying and managing construction risks and project changes, and communicating project information clearly. Approximately 10–25% domestic travel is expected. Sargent & Lundy describes its benefits as including comprehensive healthcare plans, paid time off, and other financial and work-life benefits.

Requirements

15+ years of experience in project management of utility, construction, engineering, or other relevant work.
Proven experience managing multidisciplinary teams.
Experience in capital project management.
Experience serving as a firm/client liaison in a support or lead role.
Ability to multitask and manage multiple competing priorities.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work in a collaborative team setting.
High school diploma or GED.
Comfort with approximately 10–25% domestic travel.
The employer does not sponsor employees for U.S. work authorization for this position.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Management, Business, Engineering, or a similar field.
Engineering design experience.
PMP certification.
Construction or field knowledge or experience.
Interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to the role; experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required.

Responsibilities

Manage execution of multiple transmission, substation, and distribution projects.
Coordinate with internal and external departments to manage the life cycle of capital project execution.
Manage project execution, contract administration, planning, and resource management.
Take ownership of project performance, including safety, schedule, budget, reporting, and client experience throughout the project life cycle.
Manage all phases of the project life cycle: initiation, planning, execution, monitoring and controlling, and closeout.
Manage and direct the project team to ensure accountability; mentor and coach team members.
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with client functional leads and stakeholders.
Lead efforts to complete projects safely, satisfactorily, on time, and within budget.
Support reporting of key performance indicators for schedule, budget, and other dashboard items.
Identify and control construction risk.
Recognize, identify, track, and control project changes.
Communicate and consult with appropriate stakeholders and supervisors.
Prepare clear and concise reports that convey project information and meet client requirements.
Analyze issues and provide solutions to improve results.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision health plans.
Life and accident insurance.
Disability coverage.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Back-up daycare.
FSA and HSA.
401(k).
Pre-tax commuter account.
Merit scholarship program.
Employee discount program.
Corporate charitable giving program.
Tuition assistance.
First professional licensure bonus.
Employee referral bonus.
Paid annual personal/sick time.
Paid vacation.
Paid holidays.
Paid parental leave.
Paid bereavement leave.
Flexible work arrangements.
Eligible employees may be eligible to participate in a yearly discretionary bonus.