Assistant Project Manager - Substations (Amarillo, TX)

NorthStar Energy Solutions, a Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE:PWR) company, is headquartered in Grand Prairie, TX and operates across the Central Southwest part of the United States. We are leaders specializing in transmission lines, distribution lines, substation construction, foundations, storm damage repairs, and electrical contracting.

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NorthStar Energy Solutions is hiring! The Assistant Project Manager – Substation is responsible for supporting the planning, coordination, and execution of projects, including assisting with schedules, budgets, and project documentation. This role works closely with Project Managers, Superintendents, and field leadership to ensure all project activities are executed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with scope and schedule requirements. This position is site based in Amarillo, TX, working in the office, and may include extended hours, and working in varying field conditions.

• Assist Project Managers with planning, scheduling, and coordinating substation construction projects, including site preparation, foundations, structural steel erection, ground grid, bus work, and electrical equipment installation.
• Help develop and maintain detailed project schedules and monitor progress throughout the project lifecycle.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, vendors, clients, and internal teams to support successful project execution.

• Support estimating efforts with substation takeoffs, proposals, and project submittals.
• Prepare, track, and manage Requests for Information (RFIs), submittals, and project documentation.
• Participate in client meetings, project planning sessions, and internal coordination meetings.

• Monitor project schedules, budgets, resource availability, and key milestones.
• Track permitting, material deliveries, and equipment status.
• Prepare regular project status reports highlighting progress, risks, and potential challenges.

• Partner with Project Managers and Superintendents to keep projects running efficiently.
• Coordinate timesheets, invoices, purchase orders, expense reports, and procurement documentation.
• Assist with material procurement and equipment logistics to support field operations.

• Substation construction experience is a strong plus.
• Understanding of project scheduling, budgeting, and project documentation.
• Familiarity with substation construction components and terminology (site preparation, foundations, structural steel, ground grid, bus work, and electrical equipment installation) is beneficial.
• Familiarity with billing processes, Accounts Payable (AP), and Accounts Receivable (AR) is beneficial.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic field and office environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project scheduling software.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as needed.

As a Quanta Services employee, we offer a wide range of benefits to fit your needs.

• 401(k) with immediate matching and vesting
• Fully comprehensive benefits packages; Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Your choice of PPO, HSA, FSA
• Short term and long term benefits
• Employee discounts on consumer goods

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.