Substation Senior Project Manager

MasTec Utility Services•Leesburg, VA

About The Position

MasTec Utility Services delivers critical infrastructure construction and engineering services for power delivery, gas, and water customers, specializing in overhead and underground electric distribution for power delivery systems, gas distribution construction for gas systems, and turnkey solutions for a variety of water, sewer, and civil infrastructure projects. Backed by the strength of decades of experience, unrivaled industry skills, and a deep commitment to core values, MUS delivers safe, innovative, and environmentally responsible services that provide extraordinary value to clients. The Sr. Project Manager is responsible for initiating, planning, executing, controlling, and evaluating construction projects in accordance with scope, budget, and schedule requirements. This role involves managing projects, subcontractor coordination, procurement, and client relations, and ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards. The Project Manager serves as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders.

Requirements

8+ years in project management, specializing in transmission, substation, distribution, data center utility, or EPC projects with demonstrated management of projects of increasing size and scope.
Oversees large, complex projects
Supervises other PMs and mentors junior staff
Drives process improvements and contributes to PMO strategy
PMP, CCM, PE, or equivalent required
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, project management, or a related field
Experience managing power construction projects required
Knowledgeable in power construction specifications, proposals, and documentation for time/cost/labor estimates.
Ability to read and interpret civil, structural, and electrical plans and specifications.
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
Experience with Primavera for scheduling.
Familiarity with OSHA, NEC, NFPA 70E, and other relevant safety and construction regulations.
Strong leadership and team management skills.
Track record of proactively driving projects to closure.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to build and maintain relationships with clients, subcontractors, and team members.
Self-driven, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

Oversee projects from proposal stage through initiation, execution, and closeout.
Manage day-to-day construction activities (partnered with Construction Manager), including budgeting, scheduling, and progress tracking, using KPIs to make data driven decisions. Verify project progress, support forecasting, and maintain thorough documentation.
Develop and implement project work plans, defining scope, objectives, and evaluation criteria.
Manage project construction schedules in Primavera.
Monitor project performance to ensure timely procurement of materials, equipment, and labor.
Lead weekly meetings to discuss manpower and equipment needs.
Manage contract execution, change orders, and subcontractors.
Document and analyze project risks and develop and implement risk mitigation strategies.
Manage and resolve conflicts and escalate issues as needed.
Serve as the primary point-of-contact for project personnel, clients, subcontractors, and regulatory agencies.
Coordinate project deliverables, meetings, schedule updates, and reporting requirements.
Prepare and submit weekly/monthly progress reports, billing information, and cash flow projections.
Provide regular updates to senior management on project performance and financials.
Attend site visits, field walk-downs, and client meetings as needed.
Demonstrate a commitment to the company’s safety program through personal actions and monitoring project activities.
Ensure entire project team adheres to safety and quality standards.
Manage project closeout and warranty processes.
Enforce compliance with company policies, industry standards, and ethical guidelines.