Project Manager - Transmission Line

  • Principal Technical Services
  • Atlanta, Georgia
  • Full Time

We're looking for a Project Manager who can lead multiple overhead and underground transmission line projects from start to finish. In this role, you'll be the go-to person making sure projects stay on schedule, on budget, and up to quality standards, all while building strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and other key partners. You'll also play a part in helping grow business by supporting marketing efforts with new and existing clients. This role can be based in Atlanta, GA or Charlotte, NC.

What you'll be doing:

  • Pull together proposals, help with presentations, and jump into contract negotiations when needed.
  • Be the main point of contact for clientsmanaging coordination, project planning, scope, and budgets.
  • Oversee the entire project lifecycle: siting, permitting, environmental work, engineering, procurement, construction support, and final closeout.
  • Keep project schedules and budgets on track while managing scope changes.
  • Handle internal project finances, forecasts, staffing, and risk management tasks.
  • Keep everyone in the loopclients, teams, and stakeholderswith clear communication at every stage.
  • Set up and enforce project policies, procedures, and quality standards.
  • Regularly report progress, budget updates, safety or environmental concerns, and any roadblocks that pop up.

For Design-only projects (traditional design-bid-build), you'll also:

  • Lead the full engineering design effort.
  • Build and manage detailed man-hour budgets.
  • Oversee quality checks for all engineering deliverables.
  • Direct field engineering activities.
  • Manage schedules, budgets, progress tracking, and subcontractor packages.
  • Prepare and submit client change orders and monthly status reports.
  • Plan turnover and start-up activities.
  • Run project meetings and make sure everything stays on track.
  • Enforce company and site safety standards.

And of course, other duties as assignedbecause things always come up!

What we're looking for:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field.
  • At least 7 years of experience with utility transmission line projects, including 3+ years in a project management role.
  • PE license and/or PMP certification? That's a plus.
  • Comfortable working with a mix of industry, government, and public contacts.
  • Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
  • Great problem-solving and analytical abilities.
  • Able to travel as needed.
  • Valid driver's license (and the ability to meet company driving policy standards).
  • Ability to travel up to 25% of the time.
Job ID: 487410538
Originally Posted on: 7/30/2025

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