Substation Manager

Post Date

Jan 23, 2026

Location

Phoenix,
Arizona

ZIP/Postal Code

85004
US
Mar 29, 2026 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

Civil Engineering

Req #

PHX-6b43f57c-da10-4a7c-9d9e-90e52ad22d34

Pay Rate

$91 - $114 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

Responsible for Program and/or Project Management and oversight of substation projects of all sizes and complexity,
including scope and/or proposal development, project team development and assignment, project execution, project
closeout, and quality control, schedule, and budget management.
Should understand basic project management tools and techniques including client goals and objectives, contract types
and project risk, work breakdown structures, project scope, schedule, and budget, financial management and controls,
including earned value, and project closeout.
Must be an effective written and verbal communicator.
Must maintain a positive working environment for all staff.
Supervise substation team leads and staff and provide oversight over workload,
training, and performing annual performance reviews of team members.
Coordinate with company recruiting staff, business class and national leadership to develop a hiring plan and grow the
group based on client and work sharing needs.
Establish a network of relationships with technical and leadership peers in other offices and leverage those relationships
and resources with work sharing opportunities.
The Substation Section Manager shall develop and maintain a mentorship program for the Substation team members.
This shall be developed in conjunction with the System Protection and Studies section and the Transmission section, so
cross training opportunities are identified and provided to staff.

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Required Skills & Experience

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
A minimum of 10 years experience
Professional registration, license or certification may be required based on role
Strong communication and listening skills
Ability to handle multiple assignments
Good leadership and organizational skills
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Previous work experience in a senior technical and/or leadership role either with a utility or consulting engineering firm is
preferred.
Familiarity with various types of substation design layouts
Working knowledge of jobsite electrical hazards and associated safety precautions, including working clearances and
personal protective equipment

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.