Project Manager / Owner's Engineer (Transmission Projects)

Project Manager / Owner's Engineer (Transmission Projects)

Location

US-AZ-Phoenix

ID

2026-1232

Position Type

Full-Time

Location Type

Onsite

Pay Range

USD $235,000.00 - USD $280,000.00 /Yr.

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Overview

Project Manager / Owner's Engineer (Transmission Projects)

Location:

Phoenix, AZ (On-Site)
Employment Type:

Full-Time
Schedule:

Monday-Friday (core hours 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM, flexible within 6:00 AM - 6:00 PM)
Travel:

Occasional, as approved
Clearance:

Ability to pass federal background investigation required

Position Summary

Omega Technical Services is seeking a highly experienced Project Manager / Owner's Engineer to support the Western Area Power Administration (WAPA) in Phoenix, AZ.

This role supports large-scale, multi-year high-voltage transmission projects across planning, design, construction, and closeout phases.

The selected candidate will serve as a key liaison between federal stakeholders, contractors, and external partners while maintaining accountability for scope, schedule, cost, and technical performance.

This is a critical, high-impact position supporting the Transmission Asset Planning organization, requiring deep expertise in utility infrastructure, federal contracting, and owner's engineer functions.
Work Environment & Requirements

Primarily office-based with occasional field visits to substations or construction sites

Must be able to:

Sit/stand for extended periods
Travel occasionally as required

Ability to obtain site access including:

Background investigation
Security badging

Additional Information

This role supports a long-term federal contract (base + option years)
Work must comply with all applicable DOE, federal, and regulatory standards
Travel must be pre-approved and reimbursed per federal travel regulations

Responsibilities

Project Management & Execution

Lead development and management of project scope, schedules, budgets, and resource plans
Monitor project performance across cost, schedule, risk, and quality metrics
Provide technical leadership and project management support throughout the lifecycle
Coordinate cross-functional teams including federal staff, contractors, and stakeholders
Prepare and deliver status reports, briefings, and executive-level updates
Identify risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure successful project delivery
Owner's Engineer & Construction Support

Review technical submittals, RFIs, and construction documentation
Support constructability reviews and field change evaluations
Manage schedule performance and critical path analysis
Lead issue resolution, incident response, and corrective action tracking
Support FAR-based contract administration, including:

Invoice and pay application reviews
Change order evaluations
Claims avoidance and documentation

Financial & Systems Oversight

Track budgets, expenditures, and forecasts using systems such as:

Maximo
SAP Business Objects (BOE)

Analyze cost performance and provide variance explanations
Support work order setup and financial reporting activities
Environmental & Regulatory Coordination

Support compliance with NEPA, cultural, and environmental requirements
Coordinate with stakeholders on:

Biological and seasonal restrictions
Section 106 / SHPO requirements
Tribal coordination and culturally sensitive activities

Stakeholder & External Coordination

Serve as primary liaison between WAPA and:

Customers
Contractors
Utility partners

Communicate project impacts, outages, and schedule changes
Maintain strong working relationships across diverse stakeholders

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline is required; extensive experience in high-voltage transmission projects across planning activities in lieu of education will be considered

Qualifications

Experience

15+ years of experience in engineering, construction, or utility infrastructure
10+ years in project management roles with full accountability for:

Scope
Schedule
Cost

5+ years supporting high-voltage transmission projects
Experience managing Bulk Electric System (115 kV) projects
Proven experience on projects exceeding $100M in construction value
Technical Expertise

Strong knowledge of:

Transmission line and substation projects
Design-bid-build delivery methods
Utility and power marketing environments

Experience with:

FAR-based contracts
Cost control and forecasting
Construction oversight and coordination

Regulatory & Industry Knowledge

Familiarity with:

National Electrical Safety Code (NESC)
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)
North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC)

Software & Tools
Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Microsoft Project
SharePoint & Teams
Maximo, SAP BOE, GIS (preferred)

Preferred Qualifications

Professional Engineer (PE) license (not required)
Experience working with federal agencies or Power Marketing Administrations
Experience with:

Transmission line rebuild projects
Network credits and transmission service agreements

Prior experience coordinating with tribal entities on infrastructure projects

Work Schedule

Shift will be dependent upon customer site discretion.

Why Omega Technical Services?

Omega Technical Services is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business and a trusted partner to the Department of Energy, Department of Defense, and other commercial clients, supporting mission-critical projects that shape national security and technological innovation. Our culture is defined by leadership, initiative, and trust. Our values drive meaningful outcomes and long-term impact.

At Omega Technical Services, you'll work alongside elite subject matter experts who thrive on being challenged, innovation, and collaboration. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance; short and long term disability insurance; 401(k) with a company match; AD&D insurance, paid time off, and holiday pay.

*Based on eligibility requirements.

When you join Omega Technical Services, you're not just starting a job, you're building a career that honors the past, powers today's progress, and accelerates the most vital missions of tomorrow.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Omega Technical Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.