Olsson - Substation Engineering Project Manager

Remote - Idaho$122k - $187k7mo ago

Remote Senior NA Energy Project Manager Team Management Risk Management Documentation Project Planning

Requirements

• Strong communication skills. • Ability to contribute and work well with a team. • Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills. • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered. • 8–12 years of experience supporting substation, power generation, or related electrical infrastructure projects. • Strong background in technical design leadership, with the ability to contribute directly to electrical design and review. • Demonstrated experience leading technical project teams and coordinating multidisciplinary efforts. • Solid understanding of project management fundamentals, including scope, schedule, budget, and risk management. • Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to clients and project teams. • Experience in a consulting or professional services environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of complex substation and power generation projects from planning through completion. • Serve as the technical point of coordination on assigned projects, guiding design approach, reviewing technical content, and contributing directly to design as needed. • Develop and manage project scopes, schedules, budgets, and resource plans. • Coordinate closely with engineers, designers, commissioning staff, and other disciplines to ensure technical alignment and quality. • Translate technical decisions into clear project direction for internal teams and clients. • Proactively manage project risks, scope changes, and financial performance. • Serve as the primary client contact on assigned projects, fostering trust through technical understanding and clear communication. • Support consistent project delivery standards, documentation, and quality practices across the team. • Mentor and support engineers and project team members through technical guidance and project leadership. • Collaborate with Group Leaders and technical leadership to align project needs with team priorities and long‑term goals. • Support proposal development and project planning efforts where technical insight is needed. • Receive a competitive 401(k) match • Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths • Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements • Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities • Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles • In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.