Project Manager – Transmission Capital Projects; Remote

Project Manager – Transmission Capital Projects

System One is seeking an experienced Project Manager to support transmission-side capital projects within a regulated utility environment with our client. This role serves as the internal owner of project scope and delivery, partnering closely with Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) firms responsible for engineering design and construction execution. The Project Manager will oversee projects from early planning and initiation through construction, commissioning, and close-out, ensuring successful execution against scope, schedule, budget, and key project milestones.

This position is ideal for candidates with utility transmission, electric infrastructure, or other large-scale linear infrastructure project experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full project lifecycle from initiation through project close-out.
• Serve as the primary internal owner of project scope, schedule, budget, and deliverables.
• Coordinate closely with EPC contractors and construction partners throughout project execution.
• Monitor project progress, risks, milestones, and overall performance.
• Collaborate with cost management teams on budgeting, forecasting, and financial tracking.
• Partner with project schedulers to maintain accurate project timelines and resource planning.
• Prepare executive-level project reports and presentations for leadership stakeholders.
• Facilitate communication between internal teams, leadership, and external partners.
• Identify and resolve project issues while proactively managing risks and dependencies.
• Ensure project execution aligns with regulatory, operational, and business objectives.

Typical Day

• Meeting with EPC partners to review project status and key milestones.
• Coordinating with cost analysts on budget management and forecasting activities.
• Working with schedulers to monitor project timelines and critical path activities.
• Preparing executive updates and stakeholder communications.
• Reviewing project risks, change requests, and action items.
• Collaborating across internal and external teams to ensure project objectives remain on track.

Team & Work Environment

• Highly collaborative and supportive team environment.
• Fast-paced atmosphere with significant stakeholder interaction.
• Opportunity to work alongside experienced EPC firms and utility professionals.
• Ideal for individuals who thrive in complex organizations and can effectively navigate ambiguity.
• No direct people management responsibilities; however, strong leadership through influence is required.

Key Stakeholders

• EPC Contractors and Construction Partners
• Cost Management Teams
• Project Schedulers
• Internal Leadership Teams
• Transmission and Utility Operations Stakeholders

Travel Requirements

• Approximately 25% travel required.
• Travel primarily throughout Texas and New Mexico.
• Includes site visits to substations, transmission facilities, and active construction locations.

Work Schedule:

• Full-time contract position
• Standard business hours
• Must be available during core collaboration hours of approximately 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM MST
• Flexibility available outside core meeting hours

Required Experience &

Skills:

• Minimum 5 years of project management experience; 8+ years strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated experience working within an EPC project delivery model.
• Experience managing utility, transmission, energy, or large-scale linear infrastructure projects.
• Proven ability to manage projects throughout the full lifecycle, from initiation through close-out.
• Strong organizational, planning, and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience managing project budgets, schedules, and reporting requirements.

Preferred Industry Experience

• Electric transmission projects
• Regulated utility environments
• Large-scale infrastructure projects such as:
• Electric transmission and distribution
• Pipelines
• Transportation or roadway infrastructure
• Renewable energy infrastructure

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP Certification
• Engineering degree
• Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Experience with investor-owned utilities

Preferred Technical Skills

• SAP
• Share Point
• Forecasting and cost management tools (such as Tam Casting or similar platforms)
• A…