Project Manager, Substation - Boise, ID

David Evans & Associates Inc. is seeking a Project Manager for Substation projects in Boise, ID. The role involves technical leadership, project management, and client management for substation projects up to 500 kV. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, 5+ years of substation design experience, and 3+ years in project management. The position is remote-friendly with a preference for candidates near specific office locations.
Overview
Project Manager, Substation

Energy Jobs With David Evans And Associates
At David Evans and Associates, Inc., our Energy team provides unmatched infrastructure solutions for power delivery and renewable energy, offering expert planning and design for low- to high-voltage facilities. We ensure safe, reliable, and affordable electricity for communities across various sectors, including power generation, renewables, and transportation electrification. Our comprehensive services are tailored to meet the technical, financial, environmental, and political needs of our clients. Whether the goal is to enhance current infrastructure or embark on a new innovative energy project, DEA has the expertise to see it through to completion and deliver a more resilient future.

This is a remote-friendly position with a preference for an individual who is based near one of our offices located in Portland, OR; Corvallis, OR; Bend, OR; Seattle, WA; Tacoma, WA; Denver, CO, or Boise, ID.

What You’ll Do
Key Responsibilities:

High level technical leadership, project management, and client management for substation projects up to 500 kV.

Develop project approach, or develop and implement project execution plan

Develop project staffing plans, participate in group workload planning, assist in managing backlog and informing business unit staffing decisions

Delegate project tasks to team, provide technical guidance to team members

Work closely with project engineers, designers, technicians, and other project managers on multidiscipline project teams

Lead or coordinate QAQC process for substation projects

Work as an effective “seller/doer” building long term and growing relationships with clients through execution of excellent work products, clear communication, and clarity of expectations

Directly manage projects and support staff in project development and delivery, including scoping, budgeting, contract negotiations and project execution

Mentor engineers, designers, and other EU staff

Some travel may be required

What You Bring
Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or closely related field) from an accredited college

5+ years experience with substation design

3+ years experience as a project manager or engineering manager

Experience with all aspects of substation design, including physical, relaying, and studies

Professional Engineering License (PE)

Proficient with Microsoft Office

Ability to write and communicate in a clear, concise manner

Good verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college

Experience working and managing projects and teams as an electrical consultant

Experience building substations for utility-scale renewable generation, including work for renewable owner/developers as well as contractors in the design-build space

What We Offer
We foster an environment where talented professionals have the freedom and support to do their most meaningful work. Our values and company culture form the foundation of our success, creating a positive and collaborative work environment. These guiding principles are vital to our continued achievements and unwavering commitment to improving the world around us. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to cultivate and develop your skills and work alongside talented colleagues who are committed to improving the quality of life while demonstrating stewardship of the built and natural environments.

Benefits

Comprehensive health coverage: Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance

Financial wellness: Health Savings Account (HSA) and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contributions

Professional development: Support for continuing education and training opportunities

Work-life balance: Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay

Work Schedule: Flexible 9/80 schedule—every other Friday off

Retirement: 401k plan

Wellbeing focus: Holistic Wellbeing Program centered on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health

Growth opportunities: Access to mentorship, professional support, and pathways for career advancement

Potential salary range: $125,000 - $185,000

The posted salary range represents the typical range for this position and is provided in accordance with applicable state and local transparency laws. Actual compensation will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and geographic location.

If you are a recruiter, search agency, or otherwise wish to refer a candidate to DEA, you will not be compensated in any way for your referral of a candidate to DEA without an active and signed written agreement in place in advance with DEA Human Resources. Any resume submitted to any DEA employee by an external recruiter without a written agreement in place at the time of submission will be considered the property of DEA and DEA will not be liable for the payment of a placement fee. If you would like to notify DEA of your interest in initiating a written agreement for services, please e-mail View email address on click.appcast.io.

Potential office locations include: Santa Clarita, CA; Tustin, CA; Los Angeles, CA; Ontario, CA; Portland, OR; Corvallis, OR; Bend, OR; Salem, OR; Coeur d'Alene, ID; Boise, ID; Pocatello, ID; Spokane, WA; Seattle, WA; Woodinville, WA; Tacoma, WA; Olympia, WA; College Station, TX; Salt Lake City, UT.

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