Substation Project Manager

About Irby Construction
Irby Construction Company has been building infrastructure for the power industry for more than 75 years. Our business values and performance‑driven mindset guide our actions. Our approach to work starts with safety, puts people first, seeks to innovate, and promises to perform.
Irby is proud of its inclusive work environment, family‑oriented culture, excellent benefits, and clear pathways for career growth. We strive to provide every employee with clear expectations and opportunities for advancement. Our executive leaders often started with Irby early in their careers and developed in the field. As a wholly‑owned subsidiary of Quanta Services (NYSE: PWR), Irby benefits from a Fortune 500 organization’s stability and resources.

The Project Manager is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating high‑voltage transmission and distribution projects, overseeing multiple crews, and ensuring safe, high‑quality, and cost‑effective project delivery. This role requires a minimum of 3 years of powerline construction experience, in‑depth knowledge of OSHA codes and standards, and the ability to manage all aspects of project execution from pre‑construction through closeout. The Project Manager must possess strong leadership, technical, and organizational skills, and be able to direct multiple crews and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.

Location:

Tulsa, OK.

• Attend pre‑construction meetings with estimators and stakeholders.
• Review bid packages for accuracy, completeness, and scope.
• Provide technical assistance, interpret drawings, and recommend construction methods and equipment.
• Assist in developing construction schedules, plans, and organizing crews.
• Work with Superintendent to assign foremen to job tasks and generate lists of required personnel, equipment, and tooling.
• Arrange for personnel and equipment transfers to projects.
• Support pre‑construction activities including bid preparation, contract and exhibit review, and execution planning.

• Oversee budget projections for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors.
• Ensure project expenditure remains within established budgets, implementing cost‑saving strategies.
• Develop, update, and manage project schedules.
• Prepare billing packages and submit documentation to clients.
• Monitor daily, weekly, and monthly projections and track progress across all activities.
• Provide accurate project cost forecasts and develop monthly cost‑to‑complete reports.
• Prepare, submit, monitor, and maintain all project submittals and RFIs.
• Analyze cost reports and identify methods to optimize expenses.
• Manage the invoicing or payment application process for completed scopes of work.

• Review and become familiar with multiple contracts; ensure compliance with specifications.
• Accountable for quality of work and safety performance.
• Visit crews to monitor safety, quality, and production.
• Assist foremen in coordinating major project activities and critical tasks.
• Attend project meetings with owners and stakeholders.
• Update schedules and progress reports; verify as‑built and progress charts.
• Ensure all change orders are documented and billed.
• Maintain communication with inspectors and owners regarding quality, safety, schedule, and materials.
• Execute corrective actions for delays, adverse weather, or emergencies.
• Coordinate and support emergency repair and storm restoration efforts.

• Prepare, review, and negotiate revisions, changes, and additions to contracts with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Collaborate with legal and compliance teams to ensure contracts align with company policies.
• Maintain supplier relationships and ensure adherence to legal requirements.

• Maintain comprehensive records of working documents per document control practices.
• Generate and review daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports.
• Present project updates to executive leadership and stakeholders.
• Ensure all project documentation supports schedule and budget adherence.

• Build and maintain relationships with clients,…