Project Manager-Principal Transmission & Substation
Job Description
Location: Northern California (San Ramon), Reno, NV, or Las Vegas, NV
Hire Type: Direct Hire
Salary: $158,000 – $175,000 (based on education and experience)
Benefits: Medical, dental, vision
- Lead major electric transmission and substation capital projects, including upgrades and rebuilds.
- Manage large project portfolios with budgets of $25M+.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams and collaborate closely with utility clients including Pacific Gas and Electric Company and NV Energy.
- Oversee project scope, schedule, budget, and execution strategy.
- Utilize Primavera P6 for scheduling, budgeting, and workflow management.
- Ensure alignment with PMI principles and best practices.
- Provide technical and operational leadership across project lifecycle phases.
- Hybrid schedule with weekly onsite expectations depending on project location.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
- 15+ years of experience in the utility sector, preferably electric transmission and substation projects.
- Proven experience managing complex capital projects with budgets of $25M+.
- Strong knowledge of PMI project management principles.
- Experience with Primavera P6 and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Understanding of SCADA systems and communications infrastructure.
- PMP certification or advanced degree in Project Management strongly preferred.
Meet Your Recruiter
Alyssa Ford
Alyssa Ford is a dedicated Technical Recruiter, driven by her commitment to establishing meaningful connections with individuals and assisting them in navigating the complexities of career transitions.
With one year of dedicated service at Sterling and a total of 2 years in the recruiting field, Alyssa has already significantly impacted talent acquisition.
Alyssa's innate ability to connect with people and understand their unique career aspirations has been instrumental in her success as a Technical Recruiter. She finds great joy in forging professional relationships and participating in candidates' journeys as they navigate the tough decisions associated with job changes.
Having experienced the challenges of job hunting firsthand, Alyssa empathizes with candidates facing similar struggles. She encourages job seekers not to lose hope and to stay persistent throughout their search. Alyssa believes that the right role will come along at the right time, and maintaining a positive attitude and determination can make all the difference in finding the perfect fit.