HV Project Manager (Remote)

SOLV Energy is a leading provider of infrastructure services to the power industry, designing, building and maintaining utility scale solar, battery storage and high voltage substation projects nationwide. Job Description Summary: The Project Manager is responsible for overall management of Substation construction/operation resulting in successful project execution. This role can be fully remote or based full-time in our office in Edison, NJ or Albany, NY. Specific location details and expectations will be discussed during the interview process. Job Description: *This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned Position Responsibilities and Duties:    Execute all responsibilities of a Project Engineer with deep focus on substation design, construction, testing, and energization  Review Power Purchase Agreements, Generator Interconnection Agreements, Utility Interconnection Requirements, Contract Documents, System Impact Studies, Facility Studies, and Owner/Engineer specifications to ensure compliance of substation scope  Oversee LNTP and Early-Stage deliverables for HV and substation-specific workstreams, ensuring alignment with permitting and utility interconnection timelines  Develop, manage, and track the substation budget, including primary equipment procurement, civil sitework, grounding systems, protection & control, SCADA integration, and construction labor  Create detailed subcontractor scopes of work related to substation EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) including testing and commissioning  Lead and manage substation subcontractors—including RFI coordination, billing reviews, change orders, daily reporting, safety performance, and schedule tracking  Monitor and control substation scope changes and associated commercial impacts  Facilitate and participate in Project Kick-Off Meetings, with dedicated discussion on substation milestones and risks  Manage and collect RFIs and submittals with substation relevance, coordinating with engineering and construction teams for resolution  Lead Utility Coordination Meetings focused on relay settings, protection schemes, testing protocols, switching orders, and managing the interconnection process  Participate in Owner Coordination Meetings to communicate substation progress, risks, and technical issues  Engage in SE team meetings to coordinate interdependence between PV, BESS, and substation infrastructure  Oversee material procurement efforts—particularly long-lead substation components such as power transformers, breakers, steel structures, control enclosures, relays, and communication systems  Facilitate construction schedule and scope review meetings, highlighting critical paths for substation construction and energization  Lead site Kick-Off Meetings, Pre-Commissioning Walks, and Energization Readiness Reviews specific to HV equipment  Coordinate PV and substation energization support including relay testing, functional checkouts, and utility witness testing  Manage Final Completion Punchlist for all substation-related work and documentation (redlines, test reports, as-builts, relay settings, etc.)  Ensure a safe work environment and enforce safety practices around energized substations and high-voltage equipment  Maintain flexible availability for substation construction and commissioning events, which may occur outside regular business hours  Regular travel required to project sites, utility offices, and vendor facilities  Support continuous improvement, lessons learned, and standardization efforts across substation projects  Complete additional responsibilities as assigned  Objectives or Goals to Measure Performance:   Adherence to company procedures, safety manuals, and substation-specific safety protocols  Substation scope completion on schedule and within budget  High performance and coordination across engineering, construction, and subcontractor teams  Utility and Owner satisfaction with substation delivery and commissioning outcomes  Compliance with interconnection agreements and regulatory standards  Minimal change orders, RFIs, or rework on substation scope  Timely procurement and delivery of long-lead HV equipment  Positive contribution to team morale, training, and development  Advancement of internal best practices for substation project management  Minimum Skills or Experience Requirements   Minimum 5 years of experience in substation design, construction, or commissioning of utility-scale or industrial high-voltage (69kV to 500kV) systems  Experience with working withing the Norh East Region of the country  Proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary substation projects through full lifecycle—from kickoff to energization  Familiarity with substation components: transformers, circuit breakers, switchgear, grounding, control buildings, protection & control, relays, SCADA, etc.  Experience managing Transmission Line construction   Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or Project Management Professional (PMP) preferred  NFPA 70E “Qualified Person” preferred; must be familiar with energized work practices and LOTO protocols  Strong interpersonal and communication skills to manage client, utility, and subcontractor interfaces  Ability to identify, prioritize, and resolve project challenges with limited supervision  Working knowledge of utility operations, switching procedures, relay testing, and energization protocols  Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; P6 scheduling experience preferred  Experience with CAD, PDF markup tools, and field documentation platforms is a plus  Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions:   Requires frequent walking, bending, standing, and lifting (20+ lbs) on uneven terrain at construction sites  Ability to visually inspect and verify HV equipment installations, conduct site walks, and observe electrical testing safely  Occasiona