Associate Project Manager, High Voltage

Accountabilities: Construction Execution and Delivery: Oversee day-to-day construction of 500kV substations and transmission line facilities, including site civil works, pad foundations, steel erection, high-voltage electrical equipment installation, integration of owner-furnished equipment, and balance-of-plant (BOP) activities through Mechanical Completion, energization, and COD. EPC and OEM Contract Management: Manage Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contractors and high-voltage equipment manufacturers (OEMs), ensuring compliance with contractual scope, milestones, technical submittals, equipment delivery schedules, and change order requirements. Integration and Commissioning: Coordinate with Commissioning, Electrical, and Engineering teams to support initial energization, capacity and efficiency testing, grid integration, and readiness for commercial market participation. Interconnection and SCADA Coordination: Work with Transmission Owners, ISO/RTO organizations, and internal engineering teams to coordinate interconnection facility upgrades, SCADA and telemetry integration, and associated testing schedules. Budget and Schedule Management: Monitor project budgets, cost forecasts, cash flows, and critical-path schedules. Identify delivery risks early and implement mitigation plans to protect project milestones and financial objectives. Operational Handover: Coordinate the transfer of completed substations and transmission line facilities to Operations and Maintenance (O&M) and Asset Management teams, including as-built documentation, warranties, and technical records. Safety and Regulatory Compliance: Maintain rigorous site safety oversight, enforce project-specific safety plans, and ensure compliance with applicable codes and local environmental permitting requirements. Cross-Functional Project Leadership: Serve as the central point of contact for internal stakeholders across Development, Engineering, Procurement, Origination, Finance, Legal, and Operations. Technical and Executive Coordination: Work with Owner’s Engineers to confirm engineering deliverables meet project specifications; review RFIs, technical submittals, and Issued for Construction (IFC) packages; mentor associate project managers; and provide concise progress updates to executive leadership. Requirements Education: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline preferred. Experience: At least 5 years of construction management or project management experience in utility-scale battery energy storage systems (BESS) or major industrial power projects. Project Delivery Track Record: Demonstrated experience serving as Lead Project Manager or Owner’s Representative on at least two utility-scale high-voltage construction projects, managing delivery from NTP through energization and substantial completion or COD. High-Voltage Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of 500kV substation and transmission line architecture, as well as applicable CBC, NERC, WECC, CAISO, CPUC, and IEEE requirements. Commercial and Grid Knowledge: Solid understanding of EPC contracts, grid interconnection processes, and BESS degradation and guarantee structures. Project Management Tools: Advanced proficiency with Google Workspace, Slack, Bluebeam, and project scheduling tools such as Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project. Communication and Reporting: Ability to translate complex construction, schedule, cost, and technical information into clear reports and updates for executive stakeholders. Leadership and Stakeholder Management: Strong leadership, negotiation, coordination, and relationship management skills, with the ability to work effectively across contractors, technical teams, and internal business functions. Personal Attributes: High attention to detail, proactive risk management, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple large-scale infrastructure projects in a fast-paced environment. Benefits Compensation: $150,000–$156,250 in total compensation, comprising base salary and bonus. Healthcare: 100% premium coverage for employees and dependents on medical, dental, and vision plans. Time Off: Unlimited paid time off, plus company-wide breaks around the Fourth of July and at year-end. Parental Leave: Up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, with an additional 6 weeks for birth parents. Family Planning: Access to family planning support through Maven. Mental Health and Well-being: Spring Health access, including five free therapy and psychiatry sessions, plus a Headspace account for mindfulness and meditation through Wellhub+. Retirement: 3% non-elective employer contribution to a 401(k) or RRSP. Food and Connectivity: $150 monthly food stipend and $150 monthly cell phone and internet reimbursement. Home Office: Full home office setup. Additional Perks: Pet insurance allowance, free UrbanSitter access with $625 in quarterly paid company credits, Wellhub+, Perkspot, and One Medical. Career Development: Opportunities to contribute to major renewable energy projects, grow professionally, and collaborate across construction, engineering, and operations teams.