Power Delivery Manager

Fervo Energy•Milford, UT

39d•Onsite

About The Position

As the Power Delivery Manager, you will serve as the on-site leader responsible for the management and successful delivery of all high-voltage transmission and interconnection facilities for Fervo's Cape Station geothermal power project. Your scope will encompass all construction from the power plant's generation bus to the utility point of interconnection-including substations, switchyards, and transmission lines. In this role, you will ensure safe, high-quality, and efficient construction execution, delivering the power delivery scope on time and within budget. Reporting to the Director of Construction, you will oversee all site power delivery construction contracts, manage general contractors, and lead Fervo's field supervision team. This position plays a critical role in managing utility interfaces, driving project strategy, protecting commercial interests, and mitigating high-voltage construction risks.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering preferred; degrees in Construction Management or related engineering disciplines with strong electrical experience will be considered
10+ years of construction management experience on large-scale high-voltage transmission and distribution (T&D) projects, including substations, switchyards, and lines (69kV and above)
Proven success managing complex power delivery projects, including direct oversight of contracts, budgets, and schedules
Demonstrated ability to lead field supervision teams, general contractors, and specialized high-voltage subcontractors
Expert knowledge of T&D construction practices-substation civil and electrical work, overhead line stringing, and high-voltage cable installation
Strong expertise in contract negotiation, change management, and constructability reviews
Proficiency with Primavera P6, MS Project, and field management software
Exceptional communication and leadership skills, with the ability to convey technical and commercial information clearly to all stakeholders, including utility partners
Demonstrated commitment to safety and adherence to high-voltage electrical standards

Nice To Haves

Experience in renewable energy or geothermal projects is a plus

Responsibilities

Lead all site-based construction activities for high-voltage substations, switchyards, and overhead/underground transmission lines
Directly manage power delivery-specific prime and subcontracts, including bidding, evaluation, award, and execution
Oversee contract administration for the power delivery scope, including RFIs, submittals, change orders, and invoice verification
Develop and manage execution plans, schedules, and budgets for interconnection facilities, ensuring alignment with project milestones
Prepare detailed, bottoms-up cost estimates across disciplines, benchmarking against historical data and vendor quotes
Evaluate alternative designs and materials, conduct cost-benefit analyses, and implement approved value-engineering initiatives
Provide clear direction to on-site general contractors and high-voltage subcontractors
Monitor and manage overall power delivery project progress, proactively identifying risks and implementing schedule recovery plans
Champion a safety-first culture, emphasizing high-voltage electrical safety, Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) procedures, and utility safe work practices
Serve as Fervo's primary on-site representative for all power delivery matters, managing relationships with the interconnecting utility, contractors, vendors, and local officials
Collaborate with internal project management, engineering, and procurement teams to resolve technical issues and ensure design compliance
Prepare and deliver concise daily, weekly, and monthly project reports covering safety, quality, schedule, and cost
Oversee all project documentation, including QA/QC reports, high-voltage testing packages, and commissioning close-out materials
Maintain and analyze the master schedule, identify the critical path, evaluate float, assess delay impacts, and communicate key risks
Develop "what-if" scenarios, create mitigation plans, and identify opportunities for schedule optimization and resource efficiency