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United States
Onsite
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for an Associate Project Manager, High Voltage based in United States.
This role oversees the construction and delivery of utility-scale high-voltage infrastructure, including standalone and co-located battery energy storage projects. You will manage projects across the full construction lifecycle, from Notice to Proceed (NTP) and site preparation through equipment installation, commissioning, energization, and commercial operation (COD). Working closely with EPC contractors, high-voltage equipment manufacturers, technical consultants, and internal teams, you will help ensure projects meet demanding safety, quality, schedule, and budget requirements. The position involves coordinating complex 500kV substation and transmission line facilities, interconnection upgrades, and integration with grid systems. You will take ownership of project milestones, proactively manage construction risks, and support the transition of completed assets into operations. This is an opportunity to contribute to large-scale renewable energy infrastructure in a collaborative, fast-growing environment focused on reliable power and energy storage.
Construction Execution and Delivery: Oversee day-to-day construction of 500kV substations and transmission line facilities, including site civil works, pad foundations, steel erection, high-voltage electrical equipment installation, integration of owner-furnished equipment, and balance-of-plant (BOP) activities through Mechanical Completion, energization, and COD.
EPC and OEM Contract Management: Manage Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contractors and high-voltage equipment manufacturers (OEMs), ensuring compliance with contractual scope, milestones, technical submittals, equipment delivery schedules, and change order requirements.
Integration and Commissioning: Coordinate with Commissioning, Electrical, and Engineering teams to support initial energization, capacity and efficiency testing, grid integration, and readiness for commercial market participation.
Interconnection and SCADA Coordination: Work with Transmission Owners, ISO/RTO organizations, and internal engineering teams to coordinate interconnection facility upgrades, SCADA and telemetry integration, and associated testing schedules.
Budget and Schedule Management: Monitor project budgets, cost forecasts, cash flows, and critical-path schedules. Identify delivery risks early and implement mitigation plans to protect project milestones and financial objectives.
Operational Handover: Coordinate the transfer of completed substations and transmission line facilities to Operations and Maintenance (O&M) and Asset Management teams, including as-built documentation, warranties, and technical records.
Safety and Regulatory Compliance: Maintain rigorous site safety oversight, enforce project-specific safety plans, and ensure compliance with applicable codes and local environmental permitting requirements.
Cross-Functional Project Leadership: Serve as the central point of contact for internal stakeholders across Development, Engineering, Procurement, Origination, Finance, Legal, and Operations.
Technical and Executive Coordination: Work with Owner’s Engineers to confirm engineering deliverables meet project specifications; review RFIs, technical submittals, and Issued for Construction (IFC) packages; mentor associate project managers; and provide concise progress updates to executive leadership.
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline preferred.
Experience: At least 5 years of construction management or project management experience in utility-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS) or major industrial power projects.
Project Delivery Track Record: Demonstrated experience serving as Lead Project Manager or Owner’s Representative on at least two utility-scale high-voltage construction projects, managing delivery from NTP through energization and substantial completion or COD.
High-Voltage Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of 500kV substation and transmission line architecture, as well as applicable CBC, NERC, WECC, CAISO, CPUC, and IEEE requirements.
Commercial and Grid Knowledge: Solid understanding of EPC contracts, grid interconnection processes, and BESS degradation and guarantee structures.
Project Management Tools: Advanced proficiency with Google Workspace, Slack, Bluebeam, and project scheduling tools such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project.
Communication and Reporting: Ability to translate complex construction, schedule, cost, and technical information into clear reports and updates for executive stakeholders.
Leadership and Stakeholder Management: Strong leadership, negotiation, coordination, and relationship management skills, with the ability to work effectively across contractors, technical teams, and internal business functions.
Personal Attributes: High attention to detail, proactive risk management, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple large-scale infrastructure projects in a fast-paced environment.
Compensation: $150,000–$156,250 in total compensation, comprising base salary and bonus.
Healthcare: 100% premium coverage for employees and dependents on medical, dental, and vision plans.
Time Off: Unlimited paid time off, plus company-wide breaks around the Fourth of July and at year-end.
Parental Leave: Up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, with an additional 6 weeks for birth parents.
Family Planning: Access to family planning support through Maven.
Mental Health and Well-being: Spring Health access, including five free therapy and psychiatry sessions, plus a Headspace account for mindfulness and meditation through Wellhub+.
Retirement: 3% non-elective employer contribution to a 401(k) or RRSP.
Food and Connectivity: $150 monthly food stipend and $150 monthly cell phone and internet reimbursement.
Home Office: Full home office setup.
Additional Perks: Pet insurance allowance, free UrbanSitter access with $625 in quarterly paid company credits, Wellhub+, Perkspot, and One Medical.
Career Development: Opportunities to contribute to major renewable energy projects, grow professionally, and collaborate across construction, engineering, and operations teams.
