Data Center ConstructionHigh Voltage Electrical SystemsSubstation ProjectsUtility Interconnection
Useful technologies
Microsoft OfficePrimavera P6
Required qualifications
Field of studyConstruction Management, Electrical Engineering, Engineering, Project Management (or related)
Study levelBachelor's
Preferred qualifications
CertificationsProject Management Professional, CCM, Professional Engineer
Original posting
The Substation Project Manager serves as the Owner's Representative responsible for the planning, execution, and delivery of high-voltage substation, utility interconnection, and transmission infrastructure projects supporting mission-critical data center developments. This role provides leadership across all phases of project delivery, including design coordination, procurement, construction, testing, commissioning, energization, and turnover. The Substation Project Manager is responsible for managing project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk while coordinating activities among contractors, utility providers, engineers, vendors, commissioning teams, and client stakeholders. The ideal candidate combines strong project management capabilities with a technical understanding of high-voltage electrical systems and the ability to drive accountability, resolve issues, and successfully deliver critical project milestones.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Engineering, Project Management, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent relevant experience
7-10+ years of experience managing and delivering high-voltage substation, transmission, utility, power generation, industrial, mission-critical, or data center infrastructure projects
Demonstrated experience serving in a Project Manager, Owner's Representative, Construction Manager, EPC, or utility project leadership role
Strong understanding of high-voltage power systems, including substations, switchyards, utility interconnections, and transmission infrastructure
stakeholder communications
Familiarity with substation equipment including transformers, circuit breakers, protection relays, switchgear, buswork, and transmission line components
Working knowledge of applicable industry standards and codes including IEEE, ANSI, NESC, NFPA, and OSHA
Ability to read, interpret, and review engineering drawings, specifications, schedules, and electrical schematics
Strong leadership, problem-solving, negotiation, and communication skills
Experience working in active construction and commissioning environments
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project management software; Primavera P6 experience preferred
PMP, CCM, PE, or similar professional certification preferred
Duties and Responsibilities:
Serve as the Owner's Representative overseeing the successful planning, execution, and delivery of high-voltage substation and utility infrastructure projects supporting data center developments
Manage project scope, schedule, budget, quality, safety, and risk throughout the project lifecycle
Lead coordination efforts among utility providers, design consultants, contractors, commissioning teams, vendors, and client stakeholders
Monitor project progress against established milestones and develop mitigation strategies to address schedule or budget impacts
Facilitate project meetings and provide executive-level reporting on project status, risks, procurement activities, construction progress, commissioning readiness, and key project metrics
Review contractor schedules and support validation of critical path activities, construction sequencing, and recovery plans
Oversee contractor performance and hold project teams accountable to contractual obligations, project milestones, and quality expectations
Review and validate engineering drawings, technical specifications, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and design modifications for compliance with project requirements and design intent
Support procurement efforts by coordinating long-lead equipment activities, vendor deliverables, factory testing, and equipment delivery schedules
Perform regular site visits to monitor construction progress, verify installation quality, identify risks, and ensure adherence to safety and environmental standards
Support testing, commissioning, energization, startup, and turnover activities for high-voltage electrical systems
Identify project risks and develop mitigation plans to minimize impacts to project objectives
Maintain accurate project documentation including meeting minutes, action logs, schedules, budgets, risk registers, RFIs, change orders, and project reports
Provide leadership in resolving technical, commercial, and construction-related issues in collaboration with project stakeholders
Support operational readiness and project turnover activities to ensure successful transition from construction to operations
Benefits Offered:
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Accident Insurance
Long Term Disability
401(k) retirement plan with 4% KALCON match when an employee contributes at least 5%
15 days of paid time off
8 paid National Holidays
Reimbursement for professional licenses and certifications
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 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.