Substation Project Manager (Owners Representative) - Houston, TX

KALCON is seeking an experienced Substation Project Manager to lead the delivery of a high-profile data center substation project for our client. This role will be responsible for overseeing a single EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) contractor delivering the full project scope.

The Project Manager will provide leadership across design, preconstruction, and construction phases, ensuring the EPC contractor meets all project objectives related to schedule, budget, quality, and safety.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical field
• 8–15+ years of experience delivering electrical substations, transmission, or power infrastructure projects in an owner rep, utility, or program management capacity
• Proven experience overseeing EPC contractors on large scale infrastructure projects
• Experience supporting data center, hyperscale, or mission critical power infrastructure strongly preferred
• Strong working knowledge of:
• Substation design, construction, and commissioning
• Utility coordination and interconnection processes
• EPC contract structures, change management, and risk allocation
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex schedules, budgets, and multi party stakeholder environments

Key Responsibilities:

Preconstruction & Design Phase (First 4 Months – Hybrid/Remote)

• Act as the Client’s primary representative to the Data Center Developer and the EPC contractor
• Oversee EPC contractor during:
  • Conceptual and detailed substation design
  • Engineering reviews and approvals
  • Permitting and utility coordination
• Lead design review meetings and ensure alignment with:
  • Data center requirements
  • Utility interconnection standards
  • Regulatory and environmental constraints
• Validate project scope, schedule, and cost estimates
• Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies early in the project lifecycle
• Support contract finalization and execution with the EPC firm

Construction Phase (18 Months – Onsite)

• Serve as the onsite project lead representing the Client
• Manage and oversee EPC contractor performance across all construction activities
• Monitor and enforce adherence to:
  • Project schedule and milestones
  • Budget and cost controls
  • Quality standards and specifications
  • Safety requirements and compliance
• Lead weekly/monthly progress meetings with stakeholders
• Review and approve:
  • Submittals and RFIs
  • Change orders and claims
  • Progress reports and invoices
• Coordinate with:
  • Utility providers
  • Local authorities and inspectors
  • Data center development team
• Ensure timely commissioning, testing, and energization of the substation
• Drive issue resolution and maintain project momentum

Submission Requirements:

At a minimum, the candidate’s professional resume must include the following:   

• List of all Educational Achievements   
• List of all Professional Licenses or Certificates   
• List of Awards Received   

Detailed Employment History with each company or government agency including:   

• Name & Contact Information of the firm or agency   
• Start Date and End Date (Month & Year)   
• Positions Held   

At KALCON we are committed to creating an inclusive, diverse, and equitable workplace where every individual is respected and valued. We are an equal opportunity employer and all applicant and employees will receive consideration for employment as we do not tolerate discrimination of any kind based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetics, protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. We believe that a diverse workforce contributes to the success of our company and the innovation behind the exceptional projects we deliver. We encourage and support applicants from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to join our team and thrive. Our hiring and employment practices are guided by principles of fairness, equality, and opportunity for all.