Project Manager – Transmission

Location: Austin, Texas

Country: United States

Category: Project Management

Workplace Location: Onsite

Employment Type: Direct Hire/Perm

Posted Date: January 12, 2026

Job ID: 642138

Job Description

Job Title: Project Manager - Transmission
Location: Austin, TX or Houston, TX
Contract length: Direct Hire 

Pay: Compensation discussions are handled directly with qualified candidates during the interview process. You can assume market pay for these roles and our base and bonus compensation package will meet the requirements.

Project Manager - Transmission Qualifications 
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field from an accredited curriculum
  • Minimum of 7 years of related experience, including 3 or more years of experience managing engineering projects in the Transmission & Distribution industry
  • Completion of master's degree in related field may be substituted for one year of experience
  • Professional Engineering (PE) registration preferred
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • This position requires an individual capable of applying intensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices to broad areas of assignments
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills. Must have the ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management, and clients
  • Must have experience with the production of transmission design and construction documents
  • Requires knowledge and experience working with the NESC code, as well as other industry codes and standards
  • Must be capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered
  • Demonstrated success in project management which includes proposal development, contract negotiations, project planning, design team coordination & communication, budgeting, schedule management, and client coordination
  • Proven ability to develop business and establish relationships with clients
  • Must have ability to deal effectively with a wide variety of industry, government and public contracts on project-related matters
  • Excellent written & verbal communication skills
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to travel
  • Valid driver's license required
  • Must meet standards to qualify for and maintain the Company's vehicle driving privileges as outlined in the Company's Motor Vehicle Safety Policy
Project Manager - Transmission Description
  • Provide overall management of projects from concept to completion, including siting, environmental, permitting, planning, estimating, engineering, right-of-way acquisition, project controls, bid phase services, procurement, constructability reviews, material management, construction management, and closeout
  • Leverage existing client relationships, create new client relationships, and focus on repeat work within each Account
  • Prepare proposals, assist in presentations, and participate in contract negotiations
  • Develop and monitor project schedules, manage scope, and control project costs
  • Own internal project financials (detailed, accurate project cost forecast and accruals), staffing, legal coordination, risk management, change management, and human resource issues
  • Serve as primary point of contact with client regarding efforts such as client coordination, strategic planning, master scope management, budget finances, subcontracting, project staffing, environmental compliance, facility support and schedule attainment
  • Manage all aspects of project communication
  • Develop and implement project policies and procedures, establish project controls systems and implement the project execution plan
  • Work closely with the Project Team to ensure deliverables and services are being provided to client’s satisfaction and that projects are following internal QA/QC guidelines
  • Report regularly on progress, cost and schedule metrics, procurement issues, safety or environmental concerns, design questions, potential impacts, and any issues requiring office support
  • Travel to client and project locations is expected
  • Support the development of the Transmission team by assisting with hiring, training, and mentoring
  • Direct and coordinate activities of several disciplines on a project of moderate scope or a combination of smaller projects
  • Travel to client and project locations will be expected
  • Assist in developing and implementing business development and marketing activities for T&D engineering and construction consulting services.
  • Drive profitable growth of existing clients and the development of new clients in a manner that is consistent with T&D’s Regional Office structure and Account Management through prospecting, client relationships and assessment of target markets that support sales and marketing strategies
  • Participate in the strategic planning and development of sales and marketing plans and activities related to trade shows, trade journal advertisements, and customer relationship functions
  • All other duties as assigned

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