Substation Engineering Project Manager

Company Description

We are Olsson. We engineer and design solutions that improve the world around us. As a company, we promise to always be responsive, transparent, and focused on results – for our people, our clients, and our company.

We’re a people-centric firm, so it’s no surprise our greatest asset is our people. The impact this creates is an environment that encourages our people to grow and be creative with their talents. This approach builds a culture that is uniquely Olsson. It allows us to grow our people as we grow our business. This, in turn, creates a lasting impact on the world around us.

Job Description

Olsson is seeking a Project Manager III (Engineer‑Project Manager) to join our Substation and Power Generation team. This role is ideal for a technically strong professional who has been leading electrical design efforts and is ready to take full ownership of project execution while continuing to contribute technically.

The Engineer‑Project Manager serves as both a technical leader and project manager, guiding design decisions, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, and managing scope, schedule, and budget. This role emphasizes technical fluency combined with strong project leadership to support the successful delivery of complex power infrastructure projects.

What you’ll do:

• Lead the delivery of complex substation and power generation projects from planning through completion.
• Serve as the technical point of coordination on assigned projects, guiding design approach, reviewing technical content, and contributing directly to design as needed.
• Apply hands‑on electrical and power systems knowledge to support project planning, execution, and problem‑solving.
• Develop and manage project scopes, schedules, budgets, and resource plans.
• Coordinate closely with engineers, designers, commissioning staff, and other disciplines to ensure technical alignment and quality.
• Translate technical decisions into clear project direction for internal teams and clients.
• Proactively manage project risks, scope changes, and financial performance.
• Serve as the primary client contact on assigned projects, fostering trust through technical understanding and clear communication.
• Support consistent project delivery standards, documentation, and quality practices across the team.
• Mentor and support engineers and project team members through technical guidance and project leadership.
• Collaborate with Group Leaders and technical leadership to align project needs with team priorities and long‑term goals.
• Support proposal development and project planning efforts where technical insight is needed.

Qualifications

You are passionate about:

• Working collaboratively with others.
• Having ownership in the work you do.
• Using your talents to positively affect communities.

You bring to the team:

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to contribute and work well with a team.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 8–12 years of experience supporting substation, power generation, or related electrical infrastructure projects.
• Strong background in technical design leadership, with the ability to contribute directly to electrical design and review.
• Demonstrated experience leading technical project teams and coordinating multidisciplinary efforts.
• Solid understanding of project management fundamentals, including scope, schedule, budget, and risk management.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to clients and project teams.
• Experience in a consulting or professional services environment preferred.

Actual compensation will vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, geographic location, skills, education, and internal equity.

Additional Information

Olsson specializes in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental. Improving the world has been our mindset from the very beginning, back when Olsson first opened for business in 1956. And it will be our mindset for years to come.

As an Olsson employee, you will:

• Receive a competitive 401(k) match
• Be empowered to build your career with tailored development paths
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
• Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles

In addition, full-time employees will receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.) and the opportunity to participate in a bonus system that rewards performance.

Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.

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