About the role
Role Overview
PTAG is seeking a Senior Project Manager to support high-voltage Transmission & Substation (T&S) capital projects.
This role requires a highly effective leader with deep utility experience who can manage complex projects while driving alignment across stakeholders, ensuring clear communication, and delivering executive-level reporting.
The ideal candidate brings 10+ years of experience in HV transmission and substation projects, with a strong ability to lead in regulated utility environments and interface directly with senior stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Project Leadership & Delivery
Lead end-to-end delivery of HV transmission (115kV+) and substation projects from initiation through close-out Define and manage scope, WBS, cost baselines, and integrated schedules Drive execution across engineering, construction, procurement, and commissioning teams Manage multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced, matrixed environment
Stakeholder & Communication Management
Act as primary interface across project stakeholders, contractors, and regulatory bodies Lead project reporting, executive presentations, and status updates Coordinate across internal teams, field teams, and external partners Proactively manage risks, issues, and escalations
Communication & Reporting Excellence
Develop and deliver high-quality executive presentations and dashboards Ensure clarity, consistency, and accuracy in project reporting (cost, schedule, risk) Translate technical project data into clear, decision-ready insights
Project Controls & Performance Management
Monitor and control performance using EVM metrics (SPI, CPI) Partner closely with Project Controls to ensure cost and schedule alignment Drive forecasting, variance analysis, and corrective actions
Construction & Utility Execution
Oversee activities such as: Transmission line builds, reconductoring, and upgrades Substation construction, expansions, and energization Ensure construction readiness, commissioning planning, and safe execution Support initiatives tied to grid reliability, wildfire mitigation, and system upgrades Governance & Compliance
Ensure adherence to utility, regulatory, and safety standards Maintain compliance with permitting, environmental, and interconnection requirements Drive accountability across all project stakeholders
Qualifications & Requirements
Must-Have
10+ years of Project Management experience in electric utility infrastructure Direct experience with: High-voltage transmission (115kV+) Substation projects (builds, upgrades, expansions) Proven ability to manage stakeholder relationships and executive-level communication Strong background in: Stakeholder coordination & management Reporting & presentation delivery Experience managing cost, schedule, and risk in complex capital projects Proficiency in: Primavera P6 or MS Project Excel (advanced) PowerPoint (executive-level presentations) Preferred
Experience working with major North American utilities PMP, P.Eng, or equivalent certification Experience in regulated utility environments (California preferred) Familiarity with EVM, governance frameworks, and utility reporting standards
Key Success Factors
Exceptional communicator with ability to influence senior stakeholders Strong executive presence and professionalism Ability to operate in high-visibility, high-accountability environments Proven track record delivering complex utility capital projects
About PTAG
PTAG is a global capital project management services company providing expertise to the Power & Utilities, Mining & Metals, Oil & Gas and Infrastructure Sectors. PTAG employs an integrated approach with its client that delivers advisory, planning and execution capabilities for their capital programs. PTAG has been providing these services since 2008 in Canada and United States, and has most recently increased presence in Australia. PTAG has over 250 capital project professionals. We support our clients from strategy development through to project execution and closeout.
PTAG partners with industry and our clients to develop project improvement opportunity’s and innovation of Best Practices for Heavy Industry Capital Projects. PTAG is recognized by the Construction Industry Institute as a Registered Education Provider (REP). In addition to CII, PTAG’s Project Management practices adopt leading standards as set by Project Management Institute (PMI), Lean Construction Institute (LCI) and other industry associations such as AACE.
Our team of professionals deliver project and construction management services with years of capital project experience to support our client’s deliverables. With sound management practices and a sharp focus on our client’s project commitments and objectives, we strive to deliver safe, cost effective, schedule and quality driven project services.
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About the role
Role Overview
PTAG is seeking a Senior Project Manager to support high-voltage Transmission & Substation (T&S) capital projects.
This role requires a highly effective leader with deep utility experience who can manage complex projects while driving alignment across stakeholders, ensuring clear communication, and delivering executive-level reporting.
The ideal candidate brings 10+ years of experience in HV transmission and substation projects, with a strong ability to lead in regulated utility environments and interface directly with senior stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
Project Leadership & Delivery
Lead end-to-end delivery of HV transmission (115kV+) and substation projects from initiation through close-out Define and manage scope, WBS, cost baselines, and integrated schedules Drive execution across engineering, construction, procurement, and commissioning teams Manage multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced, matrixed environment
Stakeholder & Communication Management
Act as primary interface across project stakeholders, contractors, and regulatory bodies Lead project reporting, executive presentations, and status updates Coordinate across internal teams, field teams, and external partners Proactively manage risks, issues, and escalations
Communication & Reporting Excellence
Develop and deliver high-quality executive presentations and dashboards Ensure clarity, consistency, and accuracy in project reporting (cost, schedule, risk) Translate technical project data into clear, decision-ready insights
Project Controls & Performance Management
Monitor and control performance using EVM metrics (SPI, CPI) Partner closely with Project Controls to ensure cost and schedule alignment Drive forecasting, variance analysis, and corrective actions
Construction & Utility Execution
Oversee activities such as: Transmission line builds, reconductoring, and upgrades Substation construction, expansions, and energization Ensure construction readiness, commissioning planning, and safe execution Support initiatives tied to grid reliability, wildfire mitigation, and system upgrades Governance & Compliance
Ensure adherence to utility, regulatory, and safety standards Maintain compliance with permitting, environmental, and interconnection requirements Drive accountability across all project stakeholders
Qualifications & Requirements
Must-Have
10+ years of Project Management experience in electric utility infrastructure Direct experience with: High-voltage transmission (115kV+) Substation projects (builds, upgrades, expansions) Proven ability to manage stakeholder relationships and executive-level communication Strong background in: Stakeholder coordination & management Reporting & presentation delivery Experience managing cost, schedule, and risk in complex capital projects Proficiency in: Primavera P6 or MS Project Excel (advanced) PowerPoint (executive-level presentations) Preferred
Experience working with major North American utilities PMP, P.Eng, or equivalent certification Experience in regulated utility environments (California preferred) Familiarity with EVM, governance frameworks, and utility reporting standards
Key Success Factors
Exceptional communicator with ability to influence senior stakeholders Strong executive presence and professionalism Ability to operate in high-visibility, high-accountability environments Proven track record delivering complex utility capital projects
About PTAG
PTAG is a global capital project management services company providing expertise to the Power & Utilities, Mining & Metals, Oil & Gas and Infrastructure Sectors. PTAG employs an integrated approach with its client that delivers advisory, planning and execution capabilities for their capital programs. PTAG has been providing these services since 2008 in Canada and United States, and has most recently increased presence in Australia. PTAG has over 250 capital project professionals. We support our clients from strategy development through to project execution and closeout.
PTAG partners with industry and our clients to develop project improvement opportunity’s and innovation of Best Practices for Heavy Industry Capital Projects. PTAG is recognized by the Construction Industry Institute as a Registered Education Provider (REP). In addition to CII, PTAG’s Project Management practices adopt leading standards as set by Project Management Institute (PMI), Lean Construction Institute (LCI) and other industry associations such as AACE.
Our team of professionals deliver project and construction management services with years of capital project experience to support our client’s deliverables. With sound management practices and a sharp focus on our client’s project commitments and objectives, we strive to deliver safe, cost effective, schedule and quality driven project services.