Project Manager Substations

Berkshire Search Partners is partnering with a leading engineering and consulting firm to identify a Project Manager – Substations to join their growing Transmission & Distribution practice in Lexington, KY. This is a newly created role driven by continued growth in utility and substation programs.

About the Role

This position is ideal for an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in utility substation projects who enjoys working in a collaborative, fast-paced consulting environment. The successful candidate will lead substation projects from planning through execution while coordinating with internal engineering teams and utility clients.

The Lexington office specializes in Transmission & Distribution engineering and program management, with a strong concentration in substation design. The team offers an energetic, entrepreneurial culture with the resources and stability of a nationally recognized firm.

Key Responsibilities

Manage utility substation projects from initiation through completion

Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, ensuring scope, schedule, and budget alignment

Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering teams focused on substation design and delivery

Oversee project planning, execution, risk management, and reporting

Support internal collaboration across regional offices as needed

Ensure projects meet quality, safety, and regulatory standards

Required Qualifications

7–15 years of project management experience within utility or industrial substation projects

Proven experience managing substation design or delivery projects

Strong communication and client-facing skills

Ability to work in an in-office environment in Lexington, KY

Preferred Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE) license and/or PMP certification

Experience working for consulting engineering firms supporting utilities

Background in Transmission & Distribution (T&D) projects

Additional Details

Travel: Approximately 10–15% (primarily internal or regional)

Work Environment: In-office presence required; relocation to Lexington is supported for the right candidate

Interview Process:

Initial virtual meet-and-greet

Informal in-person meeting (coffee/lunch)

Formal team interview with social interaction

Why This Opportunity

New role created due to growth

Strong substation-focused team and technical depth

Engaging office culture with long-term career growth potential

Opportunity to work on impactful utility infrastructure projects