Substation Area Manager
Location: Palm Beach Gardens, Florida
Country: United States
Category: Other
Workplace Location: Onsite
Employment Type: Direct Hire/Perm
Posted Date: August 24, 2026
Job ID: 651070
Job Description
Job Title: Substation Area Manager
Location: Palm Beach Gardens, FL
Salary: $185,000-$225,000 Bonus Potential 10%+
Schedule- Monday-Friday hours vary based on projects and site
Traveling to sites east side of Florida
**NO AGENCY; Third Parties or C2C Firms***
Must be a US Citizen or US Permanent Resident
MUST HAVE SUBSTATION EXPEREINCE TO BE CONSIDERED
Position Summary: The Substation Area Manager is responsible for leading the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of substation infrastructure. This role ensures operational excellence, safety, and regulatory compliance while supporting strategic business objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead substation teams and oversee client operations.
- Manage all phases of substation projects, including budgeting, scheduling, and execution.
- Prepare and review labor studies and project cost estimates.
- Support proposal development and bid reviews for new substation work.
- Manage staffing levels and workforce allocation across the substation division.
- Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements.
- Provide technical guidance on civil and electrical aspects of substation construction.
- Maintain strong field presence and support crews with practical, solution-oriented leadership.
- Collaborate with internal departments, customers, and regulatory agencies.
- Communicate project updates and resolve stakeholder concerns effectively.
- Promote continuous improvement and innovation across substation operations.
Qualifications
- Minimum 10 years of experience in construction or project management, with a focus on substations.
- Proven leadership in managing field crews and large-scale infrastructure projects.
- Strong understanding of utility processes, substation operations, and safety protocols.
- Field experience within substations, with a hands-on approach and career progression through operational roles.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
- Proficiency in project management tools and financial oversight.
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering preferred but not required; significant industry experience, demonstrated leadership, and technical expertise in substation construction may be considered in lieu of a degree
- Experience at the district manager or director level preferred.
The Planet Group is a global professional services firm delivering strategic staffing and advisory solutions. We operate at the intersection of talent and transformation - connecting the right people with the right opportunities. Named one of the fastest-growing private companies in the US, The Planet Group operates with a global reach and a performance-first mindset. We partner with clients to move fast, stay agile, and drive measurable results - building high-impact teams that fuel transformation and growth.
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The Planet Group is a global professional services firm delivering strategic staffing and advisory solutions. We operate at the intersection of talent and transformation – connecting the right people with the right opportunities in the areas of technology, engineering, accounting & finance, digital marketing, and manufacturing.
As one of the largest staffing companies in the US, we operate with a global reach and a performance-first mindset. We partner with clients to move fast, stay agile, and drive measurable results – building high-impact teams that fuel transformation and growth.
