T&D Project Manager

Job Title:
Transmission & Distribution (T&D) / Substation Project Manager

Experience Level: 2+ Years

Employment Type: Full-Time

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented T&D / Substation Project Manager to support the planning, execution, and delivery of electrical transmission, distribution, and substation projects in the Syracuse region. This role is ideal for a candidate with early project management experience in utility or power infrastructure who is ready to take ownership of smaller-to-midscale projects and grow into more complex assignments.

The Project Manager will work closely with engineers, construction teams, utility clients, and subcontractors to ensure safe, on-time, and on-budget project delivery.

• Manage day-to-day execution of T&D and substation construction projects from initiation through closeout
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, and construction teams to ensure project alignment
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and progress reporting
• Oversee contractor performance, site activities, and construction quality assurance
• Ensure compliance with all safety standards, utility specifications, and regulatory requirements
• Support outage planning, switching coordination, and commissioning activities
• Track project costs, change orders, and forecasting updates
• Attend client meetings and provide regular status updates and project documentation
• Assist senior project managers with larger, complex utility infrastructure projects

• 2+ years of experience in construction, utilities, or electrical infrastructure projects
• Exposure to transmission, distribution, or substation construction strongly preferred
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, one-lines, and substation diagrams
• Familiarity with project management tools (MS Project, Primavera P6, or similar)
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to job sites as needed

• Experience working with utility clients or EPC contractors
• Knowledge of substation equipment (breakers, transformers, switch gear)
• Understanding of OSHA safety standards and utility safety protocols
• Prior experience supporting energized work or outage coordination
• PMP certification or progress toward certification

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
• Career development and training in utility-scale project management
• Exposure to high-voltage transmission and substation projects
• Opportunity for advancement into senior PM roles