Project Manager –Transmission & Distribution (Remote)

AECOM•San Diego, CA

6d•Remote

About The Position

AECOM is seeking a Project Manager – Transmission & Distribution to join its energy practice and plan, direct, and execute moderate to large projects supporting electric utilities. The role manages the full life cycle of substation or transmission projects, including design, permitting, construction, community engagement, and project milestone delivery. Project Managers lead project teams and apply structured processes and tools to deliver technical excellence and client satisfaction, coordinating with team members around the world. This position is remote, although newly hired employees must attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location. The position is a current vacancy that AECOM intends to fill by January 29, 2027. Relocation assistance and sponsorship for U.S. employment authorization are not available.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, and at least 4 years of relevant experience, or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
Project management experience directly related to transmission and substation engineering projects.
Demonstrated experience delivering complex projects and/or programs with high quality, on schedule, and within scope and budget.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
5 or more years of relevant experience, including project management, program management, or engineering of transmission and substation work.

Responsibilities

Manage the full life cycle of substation or transmission projects for electric utilities.
Oversee project design, permitting, construction, community engagement, and achievement of critical milestones.
Collaborate with and lead project stakeholders, using interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Coordinate with the project team to ensure deliverables and services meet or exceed client satisfaction, including coordination across global teams.
Identify project opportunities, facilitate go/no-go decisions, determine project fees, write proposals, prepare and lead client presentations, and negotiate contracts.
Support development and maintenance of the business plan and lead or support proposal efforts that contribute to profitable growth.
Build teams, capture new work, and grow client relationships.
Manage internal project financials, staffing, legal coordination, and risk management.
Deliver projects that vary in size and complexity across multiple locations, on schedule and within scope and budget.