Project Manager - Substation & Renewables

Job Description

At Mott MacDonald, we trust our brilliant people to do brilliant things in engineering, management, and development services, supporting multisector project work in over 150 countries. As one of the largest employee-owned companies in the world, we pride ourselves on our ability to deliver exceptional outcomes through our network of 20,000+ talented consultants. With sustainability and innovation at the heart of all our sectors in North America, including, Buildings, Energy, Transportation, and Water.

We believe in empowering our people to excel, learn, and grow, offering diverse opportunities to contribute to career-defining work. Join us and be part of a collaborative environment where your ambitions are united with ours, and you can truly shape your story.

As our team continues to expand, we are seeking experienced Energy Project Managers to join us in delivering high-impact solutions for nationally recognized clients. This is an opportunity to collaborate with industry-leading experts on transformative energy projects across the U.S.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary energy projects from inception to completion
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients, ensuring strong relationships and successful project outcomes
• Manage and plan projects across a range of energy sectors, including:
  • Renewable generation (wind, solar, battery storage)
  • Overhead and underground cable routing
  • Substations and switchyards
• Provide mentorship and guidance to project teams
• Oversee project schedules, budgets, contracts, and deliverables
• Support and manage proposals and bids for commercial opportunities
• Represent Mott MacDonald in client-facing engagements under the direction of leadership
• Collaborate closely with internal business units and cross-functional teams
• Contribute to professional excellence initiatives across disciplines
• Promote project visibility and success both internally and externally

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in engineering, project management, or a related field
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in energy transmission and/or generation design and construction, including at least 3 years in project management
• Proven leadership and project management capabilities, with strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex, multidisciplinary teams and navigate challenging project dynamics
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Experience preparing and interpreting technical reports and evaluating solutions
• Comfortable in client-facing roles with a track record of successful client engagement
• Willingness to travel as required by client needs
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Solid understanding of industry codes, standards, and best practices

Our teams are comprised of bright and enthusiastic people who wish to make a difference to the world that we live in. If you share that vision and don’t have all the experience outlined in this posting, we still want to hear from you!

Let’s discuss how we can help you take the next step in your career and how you can participate in an exciting new chapter for Mott MacDonald in North America.

At Mott MacDonald, we provide a comprehensive benefit package that includes 401k, medical, dental and vision insurance, short-term/long-term disability, paid holidays, PTO, parental leave and company paid life insurance.

The expected salary for this position is:

Massachusetts: $127,000 - $155,000

New York: $129,000 - $158,000

New Jersey: $128,000 - $156,000

Individual pay is determined based on several factors such as work location, education, experience, and unique skills.

Equal opportunity is the law.

We seek to promote fair employment procedures and practices to ensure equal opportunities for all. We encourage individual expression in our workplace and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels they have the opportunity to contribute.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, creed, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status or disability status.

Hybrid working policy

At Mott MacDonald, we believe it makes business sense for you and your manager to choose how you can work most effectively to meet your client, team, and personal commitments. We offer a hybrid working policy that embraces your well-being, flexibility, and trust.