Senior Project Manager â Transmission & Distribution
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Job Description
Senior Project Manager Transmission & Distribution
Location: Richmond VA
Position Type: Full-Time
Experience Level: 12 years
About Us
CARIAN is a purpose-driven certified woman-owned consulting and advisory firm serving the power and utilities sector. We partner with leading electric and gas utilities to deliver capital programs enhance operations and solve complex challenges with deep industry expertise.
Position Overview
CARIAN is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the delivery of complex electric transmission substation and distribution projects. This leadership role will oversee multi-disciplinary teams and manage high-visibility projects from planning through completion. The ideal candidate is a utility-savvy leader with strong operational oversight excellent communication skills and a proven track record of capital project delivery.
Responsibilities
Own and lead all phases of project delivery: initiation planning execution monitoring and close-out
Manage scope budget schedules risks and reporting across multiple large-scale projects
Coordinate across internal client departments vendors contractors and design teams
Oversee contract administration procurement coordination and construction readiness
Lead field walkdowns reviews and risk mitigation planning
Ensure all work adheres to safety standards regulatory compliance and client requirements
Track and report KPIs and dashboard metrics to client leadership
Mentor junior PMs and support team development and knowledge sharing
Serve as a primary liaison with client leadership and key functional stakeholders
Qualifications
Minimum 12 years of experience in utility project management engineering or construction
Bachelors degree in Engineering Construction Management or related discipline
Demonstrated experience leading complex capital projects in electric T&D or related areas
Strong leadership analytical and communication skills
Experience managing multidisciplinary teams and working across functions
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools
PMP Certification (Required)
Ability to conduct client site visits as needed
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience supporting outage planning system upgrades or EPC delivery
Familiarity with permitting environmental or land management aspects of T&D projects
Why CARIAN
Purpose-driven work Help deliver infrastructure that powers communities
Industry reputation Trusted by leading utilities for our reliability and results
Career growth Opportunities to lead major programs and mentor high-performing teams
Collaborative culture Join a team that values delivery excellence and long-term relationships
Competitive total rewards Strong compensation full benefits 401(k) match and meaningful work
CARIAN takes pride in being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race color sex age national origin religion sexual orientation citizenship gender identity veteran status disability or any legally protected class.
As a Woman-Owned Business Enterprise CARIAN is committed to providing employment opportunities to women veterans and underrepresented minorities.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
