Overview

InfraRec is supporting an industry-leading, employee-owned EPC contractor in the hiring of a Substation Project Manager (Level III) based in Columbus, Ohio. This role will lead the delivery of substation projects from pre-construction through completion, working closely with engineering, construction, procurement, clients, and field teams.

• Location: Columbus, OH
• Compensation: $130,000 to $160,000 base salary
• Additional compensation: Strong performance bonus and ESOP participation
• Employment type: Full-time
• Industry: Power and Energy Infrastructure

Responsibilities

• Manage substation projects from project award through final completion
• Lead project planning, scheduling, budgeting, cost control, and forecasting
• Coordinate engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout activities
• Manage project scope, contract requirements, change orders, and client expectations
• Review project schedules and ensure key milestones are met
• Coordinate with engineering and construction teams to resolve technical and field issues
• Monitor project costs, commitments, cash flow, and overall financial performance
• Support contract negotiations and manage subcontractor and vendor relationships
• Maintain regular communication with clients, project stakeholders, and internal leadership
• Identify project risks and develop mitigation plans
• Ensure projects are delivered in accordance with company safety, quality, and compliance standards
• Mentor and support project engineers, coordinators, and other project team members

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related field preferred
• 7+ years of project management experience within power delivery, electrical construction, EPC, or related infrastructure
• Experience managing substation projects, preferably including greenfield and brownfield work
• Strong understanding of substation construction, electrical systems, engineering, procurement, and commissioning
• Experience managing project budgets, schedules, contracts, and change management
• Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders and project teams
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings, specifications, and project documentation
• Experience with project management and scheduling software
• Ability to travel to project sites as required
• PMP certification or similar project management credential is a plus

Day-to-Day

• Review project progress, schedules, budgets, and outstanding issues
• Coordinate with engineering, procurement, construction, and field leadership
• Communicate with clients regarding project status, changes, risks, and upcoming milestones
• Review project costs, forecasts, and financial performance
• Address schedule and resource constraints with project teams
• Participate in project meetings and site visits
• Review contractor, subcontractor, and vendor performance
• Track change orders, RFIs, submittals, and other project documentation
• Work with leadership to resolve project risks and maintain delivery targets
• Support project closeout, turnover, and lessons learned

Benefits

• $130,000 to $160,000 base salary
• Strong performance bonus opportunity
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Employee-owned company structure
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) and retirement benefits
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities
• Work with an established EPC organization serving the U.S. power and energy sector

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