Project Manager 1 – Substation, STATCOM

Sargent & Lundy

. Lead utility-scale E-STATCOM/STATCOM power-system projects from initiation and planning through engineering, procurement, construction, testing, commissioning, and closeout .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $100,019 - $152,807 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading utility-scale E-STATCOM/STATCOM projects, managing multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring effective project execution from planning through commissioning. Proficient in project management methodologies, client liaison, and capital project oversight.

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Project ManagementE-STATCOM/STATCOM InstallationMultidisciplinary Team LeadershipCapital Project ManagementPMP Certification

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Hard Skills

Project Execution PlanningCost ControlSchedule ManagementRisk ManagementQuality AssuranceEngineering CoordinationConstruction ManagementCommissioningTechnical ReviewsVendor Management

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsCollaborative TeamworkMultitasking AbilityClient Relationship ManagementProblem-Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

PMP Certification

Industry Keywords

Utility-Scale ProjectsConstruction ManagementEngineering DesignProject ControlsSCADAField KnowledgeChange ManagementStakeholder CoordinationFactory TestingSite Preparation

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead utility-scale E-STATCOM/STATCOM power-system projects from initiation and planning through engineering, procurement, construction, testing, commissioning, and closeout
Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering and project teams, clients, equipment suppliers, contractors, and stakeholders
Manage integrated planning, client and contractor interfaces, cost and schedule control, forecasting, change management, reporting, and project closeout
Establish and maintain the project execution plan, scope baseline, work breakdown, schedule, budget, staffing plan, communications plan, risk register, and decision/action logs
Coordinate engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, project controls, quality, safety, and client activities
Lead project meetings, document decisions and action items, communicate status, and escalate material issues
Maintain effective client relationships and serve as a primary point of coordination
Coordinate project delivery across requirements definition, design, equipment specification, manufacturing, factory testing, site preparation, construction, installation, site testing, commissioning, training, and transition to commercial operation
Coordinate interfaces among STATCOM suppliers, utility/client teams, substation engineering, protection and control, civil/structural, electrical, telecommunications/SCADA, planning, operations, maintenance, construction, and commissioning teams
Track technical and execution interfaces, assumptions, deliverables, reviews, approvals, and dependencies
Coordinate vendor submittals, technical reviews, RFIs, equipment/material status, factory and site test plans, testing schedules, commissioning readiness, and punch-list resolution
Support outage and site-access planning, field activities, and project walkdowns
Monitor supplier and contractor performance against scope, schedule, quality, and commercial requirements; identify changes and obtain approvals

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of experience in Project Management of Utility, Construction, Engineering, or other relevant experience
At least 2 years of direct project experience with an E-STATCOM or STATCOM installation, upgrade, or program
Ability to describe role, project phases, scale/complexity, key interfaces, and delivery outcomes
Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary teams
Experience in capital project management
Experience serving as a firm/client liaison in a support or lead role
Ability to multitask and manage multiple competing priorities
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work in a collaborative team setting
A high school diploma or GED
Comfortable with approximately 10-25% domestic travel
Must not require employer sponsorship for work authorization in the U.S.
BS in Construction Management, Business, Engineering, or similar degree is valued but not required
Engineering design experience is a plus
PMP Certification is a plus
Familiarity with STATCOM/E-STATCOM project interfaces is valued but not required
Construction/field knowledge or experience is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental, Vision health plans
Life & Accident Insurance
Disability Coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Back-Up Daycare
FSA & HSA
401(k)
Pre-Tax Commuter Account
Merit Scholarship Program
Employee Discount Program
Corporate Charitable Giving Program
Tuition Assistance
First Professional Licensure Bonus
Employee Referral Bonus
Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
Paid Parental Leave
Paid Bereavement Leave
Flexible Work Arrangements
Yearly discretionary bonus eligibility for eligible positions