Analyze and interpret “Planning Stories” developed by ERCOT and internal planners to identify project scope, system drivers, and regional impacts.
Support the development of 3–5 year transmission build programs, incorporating constructability logic into the planning cycle.
Identify outage windows, ERCOT moratorium constraints (e.g., summer peak), and interdependencies between projects that impact buildability.
Review portfolios of projects in common geographic or electrical zones to propose optimized sequencing and outage strategies across multiple years.
Work with all project stakeholders to ensure accountability to the project plan and schedule.
Contribute to internal constructability reviews, strategy meetings, and pre-construction risk workshops.
Collaborate with internal Transmission Planning, Engineering, and Construction groups to shape the long-range buildout schedule in a way that maximizes system reliability and construction efficiency.
Develop “planning story” documents identifying all system components that will be affected by project construction.
Serve as a subject matter liaison between Planning and Construction to ensure scope handoffs are aligned with field execution needs.
Requirements
p6
10+ years
transmission
outage coordination
communication
problem solving
Exceptional collaboration and communication skills; ability to “translate” planning language into actionable construction strategy.
Ability to read and interpret planning models, one-lines, and construction packages to assess physical and operational project impacts.
Purpose Driven Mission: Experience the fulfillment of contributing to a mission focused on building and empowering a high-performing team dedicated to adding substantial value to clients.
Expert Team: Join a team of seasoned professionals dedicated to delivering quality, integrity, efficiency, and safety in infrastructure projects.
Methodical Approach: Driven to achieve technical excellence, goals serve as your momentum, and you're highly motivated to excel with a methodical and structured approach, embodying the characteristics of a systematic thinker who values structure in the technical domain.
Autonomy & Support: Experience a shared commitment to building and empowering a great workforce. We give our employees the freedom to make impactful decisions and take ownership of tasks.
Strong working knowledge of how major outages are planned, sequenced, and executed in a regulated utility environment.
Skilled at identifying logical construction sequences and integrating field constraints into planning efforts.
Exceptional Communication Skills: A manager who can convey complex concepts in a concise and understandable manner fostering trust, ensuring alignment, and minimizing misunderstandings.
Personal and Professional Growth: Thrive in an environment that not only serves clients but also actively supports and empowers employees, promoting continuous learning, adaptation, and the transformation of ideas into action.
Former utility project manager with cross-functional exposure to planning, engineering, regulatory and construction groups.
Familiarity with P6 scheduling or long-range capital program tools.
Proactive Problem Solving: The ability to anticipate, identify, and address challenges as they arise.
10+ years of experience in transmission project management, construction coordination, utility engineering, or system planning support at an Electric Utility company.
Deep understanding of ERCOT transmission planning processes, CCN progression, and outage coordination considerations.
Field knowledge of outage-based construction, substation cutovers, and line rebuild methodologies.
Benefits
Respectful and Supportive Culture: Join a workplace that prioritizes respect, integrity, and professionalism, fostering a culture where employees are treated with honor and dignity.
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Company
Overview
Founded with a vision to offer expert project management and staffing solutions.
Works across multiple industries, delivering services that span the energy, infrastructure, and utilities sectors.
Known for its diverse portfolio of projects that range from renewable energy to commercial development.
Focused on driving efficiency and success in every project, from residential to complex industrial systems.
Has a reputation for innovation, delivering tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of each project.
Celebrated for providing high-quality, reliable staffing that contributes to the seamless execution of large-scale projects.
Plays a pivotal role in industries like energy, water resources, and infrastructure, contributing to global growth.
Culture + Values
Customer Focus: We are passionate about solving our customers' toughest challenges.
Innovation: We are committed to continuous improvement and innovative solutions.
Integrity: We act with transparency, honesty, and ethics in everything we do.
Collaboration: We believe in the power of teamwork and value diversity of thought.
Excellence: We pursue the highest standards in every aspect of our work.
Environment + Sustainability
2030
Net Zero Emissions Target
The company is dedicated to achieving net zero emissions by 2030, aligning with global sustainability goals.
Committed to environmental responsibility and sustainability.
Operations focus on minimizing environmental impact and promoting energy efficiency.
Aims to reduce waste, improve resource utilization, and promote renewable energy.
Inclusion & Diversity
40% leadership
Gender in Leadership
Female representation in the leadership team highlights the company's commitment to gender diversity.
Principle Services fosters an inclusive workplace where all individuals feel valued.
We are committed to providing equal opportunities and cultivating a culture of respect.