Hiring: Senior Project Manager – Transmission & Substation Company: CARIAN Location: Washington, DC Job Posted Time: 2026-09-17 13:59:41 Employment Type: Full-time / On-site Target Skills & Keywords : Program Management, Project Management About the job Experience: •12+ years of utility project management experience Required Skills: •CARIAN is seeking a Senior Project Manager with deep transmission and substation experience to support high-visibility electric utility capital programs across the Mid-Atlantic region. This role leads complex infrastructure workstreams and coordinates closely with engineering, construction, and utility stakeholders. •The successful candidate will bring strong utility execution experience, sound program judgment, and the ability to operate effectively in a client-facing delivery environment with regular presence at client and field locations. •Lead transmission and substation capital projects from planning through execution •Manage integrated project schedules, budgets, and risk profiles •Coordinate with utility engineering, construction, and contractor teams •Track project performance and drive corrective actions •Support executive reporting and program-level visibility •Ensure compliance with utility standards and regulatory requirements Qualifications: •Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related technical field required. •Strong background in transmission and substation programs •Otherwise, Mid-Atlantic / Northeast utility experience preferred •Must reside within the DC, Maryland, Northern Virginia, Delaware, or Baltimore footprint •Demonstrated ability to lead complex utility capital programs •Willingness for frequent on-site and field presence •Help deliver infrastructure that powers communities •Trusted by leading utilities for our reliability and results •Opportunities to lead major programs and mentor high-performing teams Compensation: •$140,000 - $180,000 / year •Strong compensation, full benefits, 401(k) match, and meaningful work Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!