Substation Project Manager

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At Ampirical, we're shaping the future of the power grid with precision, innovation, and purpose. Just as the ampere is the foundation of electric current, Ampirical is a core force driving the energy sector forward. We focus on quality, forward‑thinking solutions, and empowering our team to grow and thrive.

• 💰 Salary Range: $105,000 – $189,000 (dependent on experience, education, and qualifications)
• 📈 Profit‑Sharing Bonus:
  Semi‑annual, performance‑based (10% to 20% of salary)
• 🩺 Day‑One Benefits:
  Medical, Dental, Vision
• 💼 401(k) with 4% match and immediate vesting
• 🏖️ PTO:
  Starting at 80 hours of vacation & 40 hours of sick time per year + 10 paid holidays
• 🗓️ Flexible Work Schedule:
  Every other Friday off
• 📚 Career Development:
  Advancement opportunities, tuition reimbursement
• 🧘 Perks:
  Gym membership stipend, wellness program, fertility benefits, pet insurance, and more

Ampirical’s Substation Engineering Division has recognized national expertise in the planning and design of new substations and high voltage electrical substations and switchyards. The mixture of our talents to offer all aspects of substation/switchyard design services, our trained resources to get the job done, and technical knowledge allows us to design a multitude of solutions to fit the client’s need.

The Project Manager is responsible for the planning, direction, coordination, and budgeting of all activities concerned with the lifecycle of high voltage substation and transmission line projects, from inception to planning, execution, monitoring and control, and closeout. This individual will manage PG&E projects.

We offer a highly competitive compensation & benefits package for all full‑time employees. Below are some highlights.

• Salary range: $130,000 – $185,000, dependent upon relevant experience and qualifications.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision effective your 1st day of employment.
• 401(k) with company match (immediate vesting).
• 120 hours (about 15 days) of paid time off (PTO).
• 10 paid holiday days.
• Flexible work schedule (every other Friday off).
• Opportunity for advancement and career growth.
• Employer‑sponsored Life Insurance, short‑term and long‑term Disability Insurance.
• Gym Membership Stipend.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Wellness Program.
• Pet Insurance.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering, Finance or related discipline or equivalent experience.
• Five (5) years of related experience or equivalent (Substation, T‑line, Electric Generation or Distribution projects).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint).
• PMP Certification is highly preferred.
• Great communication and leadership skills.
• Understanding of project scheduling, forecasting, budget tracking, funding, authorization requests, change orders, etc.
• Accruals and invoice review knowledge.
• Experience managing vendors and contracts.
• Knowledge of SAP, Primavera P6, Unifier, Project Wise, POWER BI desired.

Seniority level:
Mid‑Senior level |

Employment type:

Full‑time | Job function:
Project Management and Information Technology | Industries:
Utilities.

Ampirical is an Equal Opportunity Employer, meaning we do not discriminate based on the following characteristics in our hiring and employment practices:
Age, sex, color, race, creed, national origin, religion or religious attire, marital status, pregnancy (child birth or related medical conditions), citizenship status or amnesty, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, sickle‑cell trait, status as a tobacco user or non‑user, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.