About the role

The Project Manager will oversee utility infrastructure projects including substations and transmission lines throughout the entire project lifecycle. This includes managing budgets, schedules, and resources while coordinating between engineering, procurement, construction, and client stakeholders.

What they look for

Project management Leadership Team management Budgeting Scheduling Risk management Contract administration High-voltage electrical systems Substation design Transmission lines MS Project Primavera MS Office Suite Communication Strategic thinking Problem resolution

Requirements

Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in a relevant field and at least 3 years of project management experience in high-voltage electrical infrastructure. Professional certifications such as PMP or a PE license are preferred.

Benefits

Medical plans Dental coverage Vision coverage Short-term disability insurance Long-term disability insurance Basic life insurance 401(k) plan with company matching Flexible spending accounts

Full description

Project Manager

Saber Power Services, LLC, (SPS) headquartered in Houston, TX is a nationally recognized full service, EPC, specialty engineering, procurement, construction and testing and commissioning company specializing in complex medium and high voltage electrical infrastructure in North America.

Saber Power Services seeks a Project Manager to support and manage utility infrastructure projects including substations, transmission lines, distribution systems, and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). This role is responsible for coordinating project activities throughout the project lifecycle, from project development and engineering through execution and closeout. The PM will support pre-construction efforts, manage engineering-only projects, and collaborate with engineering, operations, and stakeholders to drive clarity, assess risks, and prepare high-quality project packages for transition into full project delivery.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Support pre-construction planning activities, including scope reviews, feasibility reviews, early-phase risk assessments, developing project execution plans, preliminary schedules, and cashflows.
Manage engineering-only projects, ensuring scope, schedule, budget, resource planning, and client requirements are achieved.
Establish and maintain customer relationships while serving as a primary point of contact during project execution.
Identify and mitigate project risks, issues, and change management activities.
Support bid reviews, project kickoff activities, contract administration, and project financial management.
Develop and maintain project execution plans, schedules, budgets, forecasts, and resource plans.
Coordinate activities among engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, operations, subcontractors, and clients.
Participate in constructability reviews, design reviews, value engineering efforts, and problem resolution throughout project execution.
Track project performance, monitor key milestones, manage risk registers, and provide routine project reporting. .
Facilitate internal and external project meetings and maintain effective communication with stakeholders.
Support project turnover activities, commissioning coordination, and project closeout documentation.
Ensure compliance with company safety requirements, client standards, contractual obligations, and applicable regulations.
Support continuous improvement initiatives and PMO best practices.
Perform other job-related duties as requested by management.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Finance, Project Management, Business, Construction Management, or a related field is required; equivalent years of experience may substitute formal education
Minimum 3 years of relevant project management experience, including significant experience with medium to high-voltage substation and/or transmission line projects
Minimum of 1 year of experience with grid integration, energy storage technologies, and energy management systems is preferred
Project Management Professional (PMP) or similar certification is preferred
Professional Engineer (PE) license is preferred

Skills:

Strong leadership and team management skills
Very organized
Self-motivated
Proven ability to manage complex, multi-disciplinary projects
In-depth knowledge of high-voltage electrical systems, substations, and transmission lines
Understanding of high-voltage electrical projects
Advanced project management skills including budgeting, scheduling, risk management, and contract administration
Proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera) and MS Office Suite
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of dealing with clients, stakeholders, and internal teams at all levels
Ability to think strategically and make decisions that align with organizational goals.
Occasional travel to project sites may be required

Benefits:

We offer an excellent benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial future. Our Total Rewards Plan includes a choice of two comprehensive medical plans, dental and vision coverage, and company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance. We also provide company-paid basic life insurance for employees and their dependents. Additional benefits include a 401(k) plan with company matching, flexible spending accounts (FSAs), and more. Beyond our benefits, we pride ourselves on fostering an outstanding work environment where employees feel valued and supported, and we celebrate EVERYTHING! Learn more about our Total Rewards Plan here.

Saber Power Services is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.