Substation Design Project Manager

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Substation Design Project Manager to join our team. In this role you will act as the Owners Representative/Project Manager overseeing the design and preconstruction phases of highvoltage (HV) and mediumvoltage (MV) electrical substations for large hyperscale data centers across North America. You will manage the design process from the substation basis of design stage through the issuance of construction drawings ensuring seamless coordination between internal and external stakeholders.

This position requires a strong understanding of HV/MV substation design electrical equipment and system modeling and construction processes. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills as well as the ability to lead matrixed design teams and manage clientapproved engineering consultants.

This role offers the opportunity to work on cuttingedge projects for hyperscale data centers while collaborating with industryleading professionals. Join us in shaping the future of critical infrastructure design and .

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and author detailed scopes of work for substation design and/or designbuild contracts securing alignment with internal stakeholders.
• Lead the proposal review process issue contracts and administer contract awards.
• Facilitate planning and kickoff meetings to ensure alignment among all project stakeholders.
• Oversee the design process including conducting pageturn design reviews and equipment fabrication reviews at key project milestones 30 60 and 100 design completion).
• Manage external design service providers and internal teams to create a shared plan for substation projects.
• Provide oversight of construction administration services delivered by external design teams to support construction activities.
• Ensure compliance with project timelines budgets and quality standards.

Qualifications :

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering and 8 years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.
• 8 years of experience managing largescale electrical infrastructure projects

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional engineering licensure
• Electrical Engineering preferred
• 4 years experience working with data center / high tech clients and projects
• Strong expertise in HV/MV substation design and electrical equipment/system modeling.
• Familiarity with building construction and design processes.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to effectively manage diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Proven ability to manage largescale complex projects in a fastpaced environment.
• Experience with facilitating design reviews and equipment fabrication reviews.
• Demonstrated success working in a remote team environment

Additional Information :

• Relocation assistance is not available for this role
• Sponsorship for US Employment Authorization is available for this position.

About AECOM 

AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status AECOM benefits may include medical dental vision life AD&D disability benefits paid time off leaves of absences voluntary benefits perks flexible work options wellbeing resources employee assistance program business travel insurance service recognition awards retirement savings plan and employee stock purchase plan. 

AECOM is the global infrastructure leader committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities we solve our clients complex challenges in water environment energy transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public and privatesector clients to create innovative sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle from advisory planning design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2024. Learn more at . 

What makes AECOM a great place to work 

You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects both in your local community and on a global scale that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cuttingedge technology and a network of experts youll have the resources to make a real impact. Our awardwinning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills helping you build the career youve always envisioned. Here youll find a welcoming workplace built on respect collaboration and communitywhere you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity. 

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Fulltime