Project Manager II

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Project Manager II – Utility (Substation)

Company Name: Confidential

Location: Cleveland, OH or Fort Worth, TX (Remote Available)

Project Focus: Utility Infrastructure & Substation Modernization

Work Setting: Remote (Preference for candidates near Cleveland or Fort Worth)

Salary: up to $110,000 (Commensurate with Substation experience)

Recruited Exclusively By: Luxus | AEC Talent Partners

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Position Overview

Are you ready to transition from managing tasks to mastering the lifecycle of critical energy infrastructure? We are seeking a Project Manager II to lead high-stakes utility initiatives, specifically focused on the Substation sector. In this role, you aren’t just monitoring a schedule; you are the primary architect of project success, responsible for steering multidisciplinary teams through the complexities of modernizing the power grid. You will act as a high-level integrator, balancing rigorous technical demands with the fiscal and operational goals of the firm.

Joining our team means becoming part of a legacy dedicated to excellence in the utility space. We provide a platform where your leadership directly impacts the reliability of regional energy systems. Whether you are working remotely or collaborating with our hubs in Ohio and Texas, you will gain exposure to complex task functions while benefiting from a culture that prioritizes professional evolution. We empower our managers to drive sustainable change, offering a clear trajectory toward senior leadership for those with a foundational mastery of substation environments.

Core Responsibilities

• Strategic Project Stewardship: Architect and execute full-scale substation project plans from inception to completion, ensuring all deliverables align with safety, quality, and budgetary benchmarks.

• Stakeholder Integration: Act as the primary liaison between senior management and external stakeholders, expertly navigating expectations and communicating project trajectories.

• Resource & Talent Optimization: Negotiate for and mobilize internal staffing and outside vendors; delegate responsibilities effectively to ensure the right talent is applied to the right challenges.

• Continuous Improvement Leadership: Serve as a champion for Lean/CI methodologies, facilitating events and developing employees to become self-sufficient in waste identification and root-cause analysis.

• Financial & Scope Governance: Draft budget proposals, manage contingency plans, and perform rigorous cost-tracking to protect project margins and the firm's resources.

• Critical Path Management: Identify and resolve complex project dependencies, using advanced tools to track milestones and preemptively mitigate risks.

• Performance Reporting: Synthesize complex data into high-impact progress reports and presentations for executive leadership, providing actionable insights into project health.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.

• Experience: 3–5+ years of experience directing work in a large-scale project management capacity.

• Domain Knowledge: Foundational knowledge of Substation work is essential; salary is highly tiered based on specific experience running substation projects.

• Technical Acumen: Mastery of project scheduling tools, resource allocation principles, and strategic planning methodologies.

• Communication: Exceptional negotiation and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to resolve conflicts and supervise diverse teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Geographic Preference: Residents of the Cleveland, OH or Fort Worth, TX areas are highly preferred.

• Professional Differentiators: Direct experience in process development and execution for major utility providers or distributors.

• Leadership Depth: Advanced knowledge of root-cause analysis and sustainable corrective action implementation.

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About the Firm

The firm is a global leader in supply chain solutions and distribution for the utility infrastructure sector. Known for a deep commitment to excellence in substation and energy delivery, our team thrives on a culture of safety, technical innovation, and collaborative success. We ensure that every team member has the resources to build a lasting legacy in the AEC industry.

About Luxus | AEC Talent Partners

Luxus is an exclusive AEC recruiting firm managing this search on behalf of our client. We partner with the most prestigious structural, civil, and architectural firms in the country to connect top-tier talent with legacy-building opportunities. Not the perfect fit for this role? We still want to hear from you. Our network is constantly expanding with exclusive, unlisted positions across the AEC sector. Connect with us today to discuss your career trajectory.

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