Transmission Project Manager

Description

Engineering excellence, built on people-first values.

At LUZCO, we’re more than an engineering firm — we’re a familia. We pair technical excellence with a culture rooted in respect, flexibility, and genuine care for one another. Here, you're known by name, supported as a whole person, and encouraged to bring your authentic self to work with competitive benefits, and the flexibility to support life both inside and outside of work.

We’re proud to be a 2025 and 2026 Best Place to Work in St. Louis and a woman-owned, minority-owned boutique firm, delivering impactful engineering solutions in a workplace where people feel valued and empowered to grow.

Why You’ll Love LUZCO

• Benefits that take care of you: Top-notch medical, dental, and vision insurance; a competitive 401k match; generous PTO; student loan repayment assistance; and an employee recognition platform that celebrates your wins big and small.
• Flexibility that fits your life: We get that life doesn’t always stick to a schedule. You’ll work with your supervisor to create a schedule that’s flexible and works for both you and the team.
• Diversity that fuels innovation: Our team brings together a wide range of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. That diversity isn’t just something we talk about; it’s what drives our creativity and helps us find better ways to solve problems.
• Growth that feels personal: Whether you’re continuing your education, earning new certifications, or stepping into new challenges, we’re here to help you grow in the direction that’s right for you. You’ll collaborate with experienced mentors and leaders who want to see you succeed.
• A culture that gives back: We’re passionate about our communities. Every year, we dedicate paid time off for volunteering and encourage our team to use their talents to make a difference whether that’s mentoring students, serving local nonprofits, or getting hands-on in community projects.
• A workplace that feels like you: We keep things relaxed and welcoming. Expect weekly happy hours, team lunches, a stocked kitchen, dogs in the office, and a casual dress code. It’s a space where you can be yourself and do your best work.

The Role

We’re seeking a Transmission Project Manager who will play a key role in delivering critical high-voltage transmission projects that power communities. In this role, you’ll own projects from early development through construction and closeout, bringing teams together, removing obstacles, and ensuring work is delivered safely, efficiently, and with purpose. You’ll be a trusted partner to clients and internal teams alike, helping turn complex challenges into successful outcomes.

What Your Day Will Look Like

• Manage approximately 10–20 projects from inception through construction, energization, and closeout.
• Review project scopes and develop work plans in coordination with Engineering and client stakeholders.
• Develop outage requests and sequenced work plans with subject matter experts and contractor partners.
• Coordinate engineering activities, material and equipment procurement, and environmental and non-environmental permitting.
• Develop RFP packages for construction bids, including scopes of work, baseline schedules, and permitting documentation.
• Review contractor bids and provide recommendations for award.
• Lead pre-construction meetings and regular project progress meetings.
• Monitor construction activities and drive project schedules, including regular visits to active project sites.
• Partner with project schedulers to maintain detailed Primavera P6 schedules.
• Manage project budgets, monthly forecasts, and accruals while monitoring overall financial performance.
• Provide regular updates on construction progress, cost, schedule, procurement, safety, environmental concerns, design questions, and potential project impacts.
• Maintain strong communication and working relationships between clients, engineering teams, contractors, project offices, and field personnel.
• Coordinate pre-energization requirements and project closeout activities.

Requirements

What You'll Bring to the Familia

Essentials to Succeed:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of project management experience supporting high-voltage transmission line or substation construction projects.
• Experience managing project costs, budgets, schedules, and construction activities.
• Working knowledge of substations, transmission lines, and/or utility networks and telecommunications.
• Strong written and verbal communication, organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, contractors, and stakeholders simultaneously.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites within approximately a 1–3 hour radius of the reporting location.

What Will Make You Stand Out:

• Experience with Primavera P6 or similar project scheduling software.
• Experience developing construction RFPs, reviewing contractor bids, and supporting contractor selection.
• Experience with utility permitting, material procurement, outage planning, and project closeout.
• Previous experience working directly with utility clients, engineering teams, and construction contractors.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Ready to Make an Impact? We know you might not check every single box on the job description—and that’s totally fine. At LUZCO, we care about potential, collaboration, and diverse perspectives. If you’re passionate about joining a supportive and innovative team, we encourage you to apply and show us what you can bring to the familia.