Senior Manager - Planning (Power Infrastructure)

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Job Description:

Parsons are looking for an exceptionally talented Senior Manager - Planning (Power Infrastructure) to join their team!

Reporting to the Director of Power Utilities, the Senior Manager - Planning, will assess proposed power infrastructure assets and network deployment strategies to ensure alignment with development needs, including capacity, location, and scheduling requirements.

What You'll Be Doing;

• Provide guidance on construction sequencing and collaborate with development teams to optimize the implementation of power-related assets and networks such as substations, transmission lines, distribution networks, transformers, and cabling routing.

• Contribute to procurement planning by evaluating and testing different packaging and and delivery options to best fulfill project and development objectives.

• Support budget planning and cost estimation by offering technical and strategic input during early project stages.

• Provide insights into project timelines and help identify programmatic gaps or schedule risks proactively.

• Recognize potential risks related to project delivery and execution, and develop appropriate mitigation strategies to ensure successful outcomes.

• Prepare and present Stage Gate documentation for power (dry utility) projects, including:

  • Budget and funding requirements
  • Development timelines and phasing
  • Design and engineering management strategy
  • Risk and opportunity assessment
  • Consultant and contractor procurement strategies

What Required Skills You'll Bring;

• Master's or Bachelor's Degree in a related discipline or from an accredited college or university (Electrical Engineering preferred)

• 15+ Years' experience

• Proven experience in design, delivery, and integration of power infrastructure systems including substations, overhead/underground transmission lines, distribution networks, and grid connections.

• Familiarity with FIDIC contracts and other international standard forms of agreement, particularly in EPC or D&B contexts.

• Expertise in planning and sequencing utility infrastructure, especially within mixed-use or large-scale urban developments.

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