Principal Transmission & Substation Project Manager (NV/CA)

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Job Description

RCS Staffing has an immediate need for a Principal Transmission & Substation Project Manager in Reno, NV. This is a full-time direct-hire Hybrid Remote assignment with our client. This position offers a competitive package including benefits, vacation and holidays.

Overview of YOUR role as a Principal Transmission & Substation Project Manager

Join a team that's powering the future. As a Principal Transmission & Substation Project Manager, you will lead transformative infrastructure projects that shape the energy landscape across North America. This role requires a strategic thinker, a proven leader, and someone passionate about delivering high-impact solutions. You will lead major capital projects involving transmission lines up to 500kV and complex substation upgrades, ensuring timely, budget-conscious, and high-quality delivery while managing project portfolios that may include $25M+ infrastructure upgrade programs.

As a Principal Transmission & Substation Project Manager YOU will:

· Lead major capital projects involving transmission lines up to 500kV and complex substation upgrades
· Ensure timely, budget-conscious, and high-quality delivery of all assigned projects
· Manage project portfolios including $25M+ infrastructure upgrade programs with oversight of scope, schedule, budget, and stakeholder satisfaction
· Direct cross-state transmission line development initiatives
· Oversee integrated transmission and substation rebuilds
· Provide strong collaboration and cross-functional team management with utility clients and internal teams
· Deliver innovative solutions that meet evolving energy demands
· Demonstrate strong, thorough, and clear communication with inclusive leadership
· Utilize advanced tools and technologies including AI integration and digital transformation platforms
· Engage with the Digital Transformation Team to support integration of new tools and drive business success
· Mentor and develop project management teams
· Perform other duties as assigned

YOU are the ideal Principal Transmission & Substation Project Manager candidate if you have:

· 15+ years of experience in the utility sector, with preference for candidates with electric transmission and substation project experience (required)
· Proven track record managing large-scale, complex electric transmission and substation project budgets of $25+ million (required)
· Deep understanding of PMI principles and best practices
· Strong knowledge of SCADA and communications systems
· Proficiency with Primavera P6 for schedule, budget, and workflow management
· Strong, thorough, and clear communication skills
· Inclusive leadership style with commitment to excellence
· Ability to manage cross-functional teams and collaborate with utility clients
· Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities
· Experience with large-scale infrastructure projects

It's a BONUS if you have:

· Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Engineering, or related field
· PMP (Project Management Professional) certification
· Advanced degree in Project Management
· Experience with transmission line development and substation upgrades
· Knowledge of AI tools and digital transformation technologies
· Experience managing multi-state or cross-regional projects
· Experience with renewable energy or grid modernization initiatives

About Our CLIENT

Our Client is a national engineering and consulting firm with over 3,100 professionals dedicated to delivering innovative, sustainable solutions for utilities, infrastructure, and industrial clients. Headquartered in Warrenville, Illinois, and recognized as an ENR Top 20 Power Sector design firm, they bring deep expertise in power delivery, generation, renewables, telecommunications, and field services. With a culture rooted in collaboration, integrity, and work-life balance, they offer comprehensive employee benefits such as flexible remote work options, generous PTO, and health and retirement plans. Their mission centers on exceeding client expectations while making a positive impact on the industries and communities they serve.

Who WE Are

RCS Staffing is a certified Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) specializing in the recruitment of professionals for best-of-class companies throughout the United States. Since 1994, RCS recruits top talent for direct hire, temp-to-perm and contract staffing positions and provides customized payroll services. Our Recruiting Specialties consist of all Engineering Disciplines, Project Management, Project Controls, Information Technology, Energy Efficiency and Business Professionals.

RCS is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. RCS recruits, hires, and promotes for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, genetic information or age. All terms and conditions of employment such as compensation, benefits, work assignment, availability of facilities and privileges of employment are administered on the same basis of equality.

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