Senior Transmission Project Manager
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Job Location:
Chicago, IL - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 100000 - 143000
Posted on:
2 days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Engineering excellence built on people-first values.
At LUZCO were more than an engineering firm were a familia. We pair technical excellence with a culture rooted in respect flexibility and genuine care for one another. Here youre known by name supported as a whole person and encouraged to bring your authentic self to work with competitive benefits and the flexibility to support life both inside and outside of work.
Were proud to be a2025 Best Place to Work in St. Louisand a woman-owned minority-owned boutique firm delivering impactful engineering solutions in a workplace where people feel valued and empowered to grow.
The Role
Were seeking a Senior Project Manager with proven expertise in high-voltage transmission line or substation projects. Youll oversee full lifecycle execution from siting and permitting to construction and closeout while driving schedules managing scope and ensuring client satisfaction.
This role demands strong leadership technical insight and the ability to coordinate across teams and stakeholders. Youll be the central point of contact for project performance reporting directly to the Lead PM.
What Your Day Will Look Like:
- Manage all phases of transmission/substation projects: planning permitting engineering procurement construction and closeout.
- Maintain strong communication between field teams the project office and clients.
- Drive project schedules control scope and manage cost forecasts and accruals.
- Develop and implement project policies controls and execution plans.
- Work closely with the Project Team to ensuredeliverables meet client expectations and internal standards.
- Report regularly to the Lead Project Manager on construction progress cost and schedule metrics procurement issues safety or environmental concerns design questions potential impacts and any issues requiring home office support
WhatYoullBring to the Familia:
Essentials to Succeed:
- Bachelors degree in engineering construction management or related field.
- 10 years of experience managing high-voltage transmission or substation projects.
- Project management experience must include the construction phase of project execution.
- In-depth knowledge of substations and/or transmission lines with the ability to articulate this understanding clearly.
- Proven ability to engage effectively with a wide variety of industry government and public contacts on project-related matters.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Project Management Professional PMP certification is a plus
- Willingness to travel for projects within a 1-3 hour radius from the reporting location.
- Valid drivers license required; must meet standards to qualify for and maintain the companys vehicle driving privileges.
Benefits that take care of you:Top-notch medical dental and vision insurance; a competitive 401k match; generous PTO;student loan repaymentassistance;and an employee recognition platform that celebrates your wins big and small.
Flexibility that fits your life:We get that lifedoesntalways stick to a with your supervisor to create a schedulethatsflexible and works for both you and the team.
Diversity that fuels innovation:Our team brings together a wide range of backgrounds perspectives and experiences. That diversityisntjust something we talk about;itswhat drives our creativity and helps us find better ways to solve problems.
Growth that feels personal:Whetheryourecontinuing your education earning new certifications or stepping into new challengeswerehere to help you grow in the directionthatsright for with experienced mentors and leaders who want to see you succeed.
A culture that gives back:Werepassionate about our communities. Every year we dedicate paid time off for volunteering and encourage our team to use their talents to make a difference whetherthatsmentoring students serving local nonprofits or getting hands-on in community projects.
A workplace that feels like you:We keep things relaxed and welcoming. Expect weekly happy hours team lunches a stocked kitchen dogsin the office and a casual dress space where you can be yourself and do your best work.
Ready to Make an Impact
We know you might not check every single box on the job descriptionandthatstotally fine. At LUZCO we care about potential collaboration anddiverseperspectives. Ifyourepassionate about joining a supportive and innovativeteam we encourage you to apply and show us what you can bring to the familia.
This role offers a salary range of $100000-$143000 annually based on experience and qualifications.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Key Skills
- Business Development
- Project Management Methodology
- Project / Program Management
- PMBOK
- Waterfall
- Wastewater
- Construction Management
- Project Management
- Project Management Software
- Microsoft Project
- Budgeting
- Contracts
About Company
LUZCO Technologies is a boutique engineering firm, specializing in substation design, transmission and distribution line services, project management and environmental services.
