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Substation Senior Project Manager

CompanyMasTec Utility Services
LocationLas Vegas
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJuly 11, 2026
About The Company
MasTec companies have been involved in some of the largest and most complex infrastructure construction projects across the country. Our experience has given us a deep and comprehensive understanding of the markets we serve, as well as the ability to effectively manage people, projects and equipment; proactively identify challenges; avoid pitfalls; and overcome obstacles to meet expectations for schedule and budget. With offices across North America, a workforce of nearly 36,000 skilled professionals and an extensive wholly-owned fleet of specialized construction equipment, MasTec has the resources needed to handle even the most complicated jobs. Our geographic reach, scalability and overall financial stability also enable us to meet our customers' changing needs. As a culture, our focus on innovation and smart solutions influences everything we do. We continually seek ways to improve efficiency—both in our projects and within our organization. Our commitment to staying at the forefront of safety and environmentally responsible construction ensures we deliver quality work and dependable service. Additionally, MasTec is currently certified as a Minority-Controlled Company by the National Minority Suppliers Development Council (NMSDC). This certification allows MasTec to be recognized as a minority contractor throughout the United States and across a range of industries that we serve.
About the Role
Overview

Company Summary

MasTec Utility Services delivers critical infrastructure construction and engineering services for power delivery, gas, and water customers, specializing in overhead and underground electric distribution for power delivery systems, gas distribution construction for gas systems, and turnkey solutions for a variety of water, sewer, and civil infrastructure projects. Backed by the strength of decades of experience, unrivaled industry skills, and a deep commitment to core values, MUS delivers safe, innovative, and environmentally responsible services that provide extraordinary value to clients.

 

Job Summary

The Sr. Project Manager is responsible for initiating, planning, executing, controlling, and evaluating construction projects in accordance with scope, budget, and schedule requirements. This role involves managing projects, subcontractor coordination, procurement, and client relations, and ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards. The Project Manager serves as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders.

 

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Responsibilities

Project Management & Execution

  • Oversee projects from proposal stage through initiation, execution, and closeout.
  • Manage day-to-day construction activities (partnered with Construction Manager),
    including budgeting, scheduling, and progress tracking, using KPIs to make data driven
    decisions. Verify project progress, support forecasting, and maintain thorough documentation.
  • Develop and implement project work plans, defining scope, objectives, and evaluation
    criteria.
  • Manage project construction schedules in Primavera.
  • Monitor project performance to ensure timely procurement of materials, equipment, and labor.
  • Lead weekly meetings to discuss manpower and equipment needs.
  • Manage contract execution, change orders, and subcontractors.
  • Document and analyze project risks and develop and implement risk mitigation
    strategies.
  • Manage and resolve conflicts and escalate issues as needed.

Stakeholder Coordination & Reporting

  • Serve as the primary point-of-contact for project personnel, clients, subcontractors, and
    regulatory agencies.
  • Coordinate project deliverables, meetings, schedule updates, and reporting requirements.
  • Prepare and submit weekly/monthly progress reports, billing information, and cash flow
    projections.
  • Provide regular updates to senior management on project performance and financials.
  • Attend site visits, field walk-downs, and client meetings as needed.

Safety, Quality, & Compliance

  • Demonstrate a commitment to the company’s safety program through personal actions
    and monitoring project activities.
  • Ensure entire project team adheres to safety and quality standards.
  • Manage project closeout and warranty processes.
  • Enforce compliance with company policies, industry standards, and ethical guidelines.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

  • Experience: 8+ years in project management, specializing in substation,
    data center utility, or EPC projects with demonstrated management of
    projects of increasing size and scope.
  • Scope: Oversees large, complex projects
  • Leadership: Supervises other PMs and mentors junior staff
  • Strategic Role: Drives process improvements and contributes to PMO strategy
  • Certifications: PMP, CCM, PE, or equivalent required
  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, project
    management, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred
  • Experience managing power construction projects required

Technical Skills & Knowledge

  • Knowledgeable in power construction specifications, proposals, and documentation for
    time/cost/labor estimates.
  • Ability to read and interpret civil, structural, and electrical plans and specifications.
  • Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
  • Experience with Primavera for scheduling.
  • Familiarity with OSHA, NEC, NFPA 70E, and other relevant safety and construction
    regulations.

Soft Skills & Abilities

  • Strong leadership and team management skills.
  • Track record of proactively driving projects to closure.
  • Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to build and maintain relationships with clients, subcontractors, and team members.
  • Self-driven, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.

 

Benefits available include Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance, a 401k plan and Employee Stock Purchase plan. MasTec is a publicly traded company MTZ (NYSE).

 

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The Company’s policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law and EEOC regulations. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

Key Skills
Project ManagementSubstation ConstructionBudgetingSchedulingPrimaveraRisk MitigationStakeholder CoordinationContract ExecutionProcurementSafety ComplianceTechnical Plan InterpretationTeam LeadershipFinancial ForecastingChange Order ManagementClient RelationsKPI Analysis
Categories
ConstructionEngineeringEnergyManagement & LeadershipTrades
Benefits
Medical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceDisability InsuranceLife Insurance401k PlanEmployee Stock Purchase Plan
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Senior Project Manager oversees the full lifecycle of substation and power construction projects from proposal to closeout. This includes managing budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
10+
💼Company Size
4936
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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