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Olsson is hiring a Substation Engineering Project Manager

Responsibilities

  • 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.

Requirements

  • Technically strong professional with experience leading electrical design efforts.
  • Proven ability to take full ownership of project execution.
  • Strong project leadership skills combined with technical fluency in power systems.
  • Experience managing scope, schedule, and budget for complex projects.
  • Ability to serve as technical point of coordination and contribute directly to design.
  • Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams.
  • Strong communication skills to translate technical decisions for clients and teams.
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Olsson engineers and designs solutions that improve the world, specializing in engineering and design, client advisory services, planning, field services, and environmental.
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Job Details
Department Substation and Power Generation
Category other
Posted 12 days ago