Sr. Project Manager - EPC

DPP is seeking a Senior Project Manager for a direct hire opportunity in Sacramento, CA with our client in the Utilities industry.

Position summary:

• As a Senior Project Manager, you’ll manage high-stakes, high-voltage Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) projects with a focus on excellence.
• You'll lead multi-discipline engineering projects, ensuring timely, on-budget completion while upholding the client’s Quality Assurance (QA)/Quality Control (QC) guidelines.
• Working with talented engineers, sub-contractors, and clients, you’ll be at the forefront of designing and delivering innovative power solutions.

What you’ll do:

• Managing the full project life cycle, including safety, scope, schedule, budget, and risk for complex EPC Substation, Protection & Controls (P&C), or Transmission & Distribution (T&D) Line projects
• Overseeing project designs, Bill of Materials (BOM), equipment specifications, and construction requirements
• Collaborating with internal teams, subcontractors, and clients to drive project milestones
• Leading the development of project proposals, schedules, and material lists
• Providing project performance updates to internal and external stakeholders
• Ensuring high-quality deliverables by conducting engineering work reviews
• Traveling to client sites and vendor facilities to ensure alignment on project goals

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, Engineering, or a related field (in lieu of a degree, 4 additional years of relevant work experience in Utility Design, Project Management, or Utility Engineering)
• Experience managing EPC Substation, Protection & Controls (P&C), or Transmission & Distribution (T&D) Line projects
  • Level 3: 10-15 years
  • Senior: 15+ years
• Expertise in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) for cost/schedule reporting
• A strong leader with advanced organizational skills to manage multiple complex projects
• A skilled communicator capable of leading cross-functional teams and engaging stakeholders
• Knowledge of utility engineering practices with an emphasis on Transmission/Substation design and critical path method scheduling

What this client offers you:

• Profit-Sharing Bonus
• Day-One Benefits:
  Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) with 4% match and immediate vesting
• PTO: 120+ hours of PTO + 10 paid holidays
• Flexible
  
  Work Schedule:
  
  Every other Friday off
• Career Development:
  Advancement opportunities, tuition reimbursement
• Perks:
  Gym membership stipend, wellness program, fertility benefits, pet insurance, and more

About our client:
Our client is shaping the future of the power grid through precision, innovation, and purpose. Serving as a driving force in the energy sector, they focus on delivering high quality, forward thinking solutions while empowering their team members to grow and succeed.

The company doesn’t just build projects—they build careers. If you’re looking for an environment where your contributions are valued and your professional development is actively supported, we’d love to connect you with our client.

Interested? Learn more:
Click the apply button or contact our recruiter Alan at to learn more about this position (#26-00365).

Authorized US Worker - US Citizens and those authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply. We are unable to sponsor at this time. EOE/AA/V/D

DP Professionals (DPP) is a premier, full-service staffing and recruiting firm that specializes in the placement of highly qualified knowledge workers in both contingent and direct hire opportunities. Located in "famously hot" Columbia, SC, DPP is a certified Woman-owned Small Business Enterprise (WBE and WOSB) with more than 25 years in the staffing industry.