Sr. Project Manager- Transmission

MYR Group•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

The Sr. Project Manager T&D provides strategic leadership and oversight for large, complex Transmission and Distribution projects and project teams, ensuring successful delivery aligned with organizational objectives, client expectations, and financial targets. The role may manage multiple projects or programs while overseeing project managers and project staff and coordinating across internal departments, clients, subcontractors, and field teams. The ideal candidate will be located in Texas or Georgia and flexible to travel regularly to project sites. Essential functions are performed at a company-designated office or field location. Great Southwestern Construction, Inc., a subsidiary of MYR Group Inc., delivers transmission, distribution, substation, live-line, clean-energy, telecommunications, maintenance, and emergency-restoration work nationwide. The company emphasizes safety, integrity, respect, initiative, growth, and a balanced work-life environment. The role leads project planning and execution from initiation through closeout, provides strategic direction to project teams, oversees schedules, budgets, forecasts, cost controls, risks, resources, and financial reporting, and ensures contract compliance and profitability. It provides direct supervision, mentorship, and professional development for project managers, assistant project managers, and project coordination staff. The Sr. Project Manager serves as a senior client and stakeholder contact, leads project reviews and strategic discussions, maintains project processes and documentation standards, and champions safety and compliance with company policies, regulations, and industry standards. Regular and predictable attendance is required. The employee must comply with the Company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and applicable professional and ethical standards. Other duties may be assigned. Compensation is commensurate with experience and paid weekly. Benefits include medical and related coverage, dental insurance, health and wellness reimbursement, paid time off and holidays, a 401(k) plan with matching and possible profit sharing, educational assistance, company-paid disability and life coverage, business travel accident insurance, an employee assistance plan, and various voluntary insurance plans. Employment may be subject to pre-employment screening, including a background check and drug testing. Applicants must already be authorized to work in the United States; visa sponsorship is not provided.

Requirements

At least 8 years of project management experience in the electrical construction industry.
Project management experience in Transmission, Distribution, and/or Substation work.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or a combination of relevant education and experience in lieu of a degree.
Proven leadership skills and ability to mentor, coach, and support team members' professional development.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to delegate effectively.
Advanced analytical and organizational skills.
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
Expertise with Microsoft Office applications.
Expertise in scheduling software such as MS Project or P6.
Advanced cost and risk management skills.
Ability to make important decisions under pressure.
Strong practical problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
Ability to lead team members toward shared goals and contribute to and influence operational decisions.
Expertise in Enterprise I JDE.
Expertise in tracking and pricing change management activities.
Ability to work successfully with diverse internal and external stakeholders.
Self-driven and able to stay on task for extended periods.
Flexibility to travel regularly to project sites.
Currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.

Responsibilities

Lead the planning and execution of large-scale or high-complexity construction projects from initiation through closeout.
Provide strategic direction to project teams to deliver projects safely, on schedule, within scope, and within budget.
Establish project execution strategies aligned with organizational priorities and client objectives.
Identify and mitigate project risks and drive proactive problem-solving across project teams.
Oversee multiple concurrent projects or large programs and promote consistent project management practices across the portfolio.
Monitor project performance, including schedule adherence, financial outcomes, and resource utilization.
Align project capacity and resources with business objectives to support organizational growth initiatives.
Oversee project budgets, forecasts, cost controls, and financial reporting.
Ensure contract compliance, manage financial risks, and maximize project profitability.
Guide teams in cost controls and identifying operational efficiencies.
Supervise, mentor, and support the professional development of Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, and project coordination staff.
Coach team members on project management practices, leadership skills, and strategic decision-making.
Serve as a senior point of contact for clients and key project stakeholders.
Lead client meetings, progress reviews, and strategic project discussions.
Build relationships with clients, subcontractors, and partners to support long-term business success.
Ensure project management processes, reporting structures, and documentation standards are followed.
Lead project review meetings, assess project health and risks, and implement corrective actions as needed.
Champion safety and ensure compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Comply with the Company's Code of Business Conduct and Ethics Policy and applicable professional and ethical standards.

Benefits

Medical coverage and related health benefits, including vision, hearing, telehealth, and mental health services.
Dental insurance with 100% employer-paid premium.
ThrivePass Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program, with $1,200 annually for eligible health and wellbeing purchases.
Annual paid time off starting at 15 days and 10 paid holidays.
401(k) plan with 100% match up to 6%, immediate vesting, and potential annual profit sharing.
Educational assistance, including support for educational costs and internal training.
Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
Company-paid business travel accident insurance.
Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).
Voluntary supplemental vision, accident, critical illness, identity theft, group legal, group auto and home, and additional life insurance plans.
Weekly pay.