The Project Manager oversees the execution of engineering and construction projects across NEEC’s core service areas — including substations, protection & control (P&C), and renewable energy systems such as BESS, solar, and wind. This role is responsible for managing project scope, schedule, budget, and client communications from initiation through closeout. The Project Manager ensures that all work meets NEEC’s safety, quality, and performance standards while coordinating the efforts of engineering, field, and administrative teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the planning, scheduling, and execution of utility and renewable energy projects from start to finish.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, vendors, and subcontractors to ensure clear communication and alignment on deliverables.
- Develop and maintain project budgets, cost tracking, and financial forecasts , ensuring adherence to contractual and company requirements.
- Lead project kickoff, progress, and closeout meetings , both internally and with clients.
- Coordinate with engineering and field teams to ensure timely delivery of drawings, materials, and construction activities.
- Review and approve project documentation , including proposals, schedules, change orders, RFIs, and submittals.
- Oversee procurement processes , including material requests, vendor selection, and logistics coordination.
- Monitor construction progress and resolve technical or logistical challenges in collaboration with Construction Managers and Field Engineers.
- Ensure compliance with NEEC's quality assurance and safety programs , as well as
- OSHA and client-specific requirements.
- Maintain accurate project records, status reports, and as-built documentation for client handover.
- Identify and mitigate potential project risks, delays, or scope changes through proactive management.
- Support company growth initiatives by assisting in proposal development and client relationship management.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field .
- Minimum 7–10 years of project management experience in the utility, substation, or renewable energy sectors.
- Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously with diverse teams.
- Strong understanding of high-voltage substation construction, P&C systems, and renewable integration (BESS, Solar, Wind) .
- Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Primavera, or other scheduling software .
- Familiarity with AutoCAD, Bluebeam, and Procore preferred.
- Strong communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
- Knowledge of NEC, IEEE, and NESC standards as they apply to electrical projects.
- PMP certification or EIT/PE license is an asset.
- Willingness to travel periodically to field project sites and client meetings.
Preferred Skills
- Experience managing EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) projects for utilities or renewable developers.
- Ability to interpret and analyze engineering drawings, specifications, and cost reports .
- Familiarity with budget management, contract administration, and subcontractor coordination .
- OSHA 30, NFPA 70E, or safety training certification a plus.
This position involves a mix of office-based project management and on-site coordination at project locations across the U.S. Travel may be required for client meetings, site inspections, or project reviews. The Project Manager ensures that NEEC’s operational and technical excellence is maintained throughout all phases of the project lifecycle.
