Senior Project Manager

Dashiell, an operating unit of Quanta Services (trading as PWR), is a leading national provider of technical and construction services supporting critical electric infrastructure. We serve electric utilities, power generation, industrial, renewable, and energy markets with integrated capabilities spanning planning and system studies, engineering and design, maintenance and testing, program management, construction, and turnkey EPC delivery.

With more than 60 years of experience executing large, complex projects, Dashiell specializes in medium- and high-voltage electrical infrastructure and delivers safe, reliable solutions across the full project lifecycle. Backed by the scale, resources, and safety culture of Quanta Services, Dashiell partners with clients to build and maintain the infrastructure that powers communities and economies. Learn more at .

Primary Function:
The Senior Project Manager leads the development and execution of complex, high-value medium- and high-voltage electrical substation, transmission line, and distribution line construction projects in industrial and utility settings. This role plays a key part in the proposal and pursuit process and manages projects independently from award through close-out, directing coordination between clients, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders while driving project planning, budgeting, and critical project objectives within an elevated commitment authority. The position will be based in our Houston, Texas office located at 12301 Kurland Drive STE 400, Houston, TX 77034 and will report to Dashiell's Director of Project Management.

Duties & Responsibilities
Employee may be called upon to perform any or all of the following functions:

• Participate in the project proposal and bid process in conjunction with the Sales department.
• Negotiate, approve, and execute prime contracts, subcontracts, and change orders within delegated commitment authority under the Delegation of Authority Matrix.
• Review, evaluate, and implement project specifications, drawing releases, and design changes.
• Communicate project status, risks, schedule, and costs to all internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop, review, and approve internal and external project reports including project budgets, cash flow forecasts, and project status reports.
• Routinely present project updates to senior management.
• Lead multi-discipline project teams in support of assigned projects.
• Direct and oversee the subcontract bid process and prepare detailed scope of work documents for supplier and subcontractor contracts.
• Develop, implement, execute, and oversee prime contract and subcontractor invoicing processes.
• Direct the securing of applicable project permits.
• Coordinate work with Purchasing to ensure that requested material is expedited and received as needed for the construction of a project.
• Work effectively with all divisions including Dacon, Field Services, Engineering, and Sales.
• Provide guidance and informal mentorship to Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers on project execution best practices.
• Perform special projects and complete other duties as assigned or requested.

• Drive successful delivery of Dashiell's most complex and high-value projects through independent leadership from pursuit through close-out.
• Protect project profitability by maintaining rigorous control of budgets, cash flows, change orders, and subcontract commercial terms.
• Strengthen Dashiell's competitive position by contributing directly to the proposal and pursuit process with credible project execution strategies
• Provide senior management with clear, accurate project intelligence that supports strategic decision-making across the portfolio.
• Elevate team performance by leading multi-discipline project teams and mentoring Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication, reliable execution, and consistent project delivery.

Minimum Qualifications / Experience

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Construction Science/Management, or a related field required; 4 years of directly relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in the supervision and management of budgets and work groups.
• Strong understanding of financial aspects of project controls.
• Ability to negotiate and influence key decision makers.
• Technical writing skills with an understanding of business management concepts.
• Proficiency in cost control or project management software such as Microsoft Project and Primavera.
• Strong understanding of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word).
• Ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers.
• Willingness to travel to project sites as necessary, including occasional overnight travel for trainings or meetings.
• Valid driver's license required.

• Experience managing high-voltage projects is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated understanding of substations, substation control, and transmission systems is strongly preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit for extended periods during office-based work.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during field visits.
• Ability to walk on uneven terrain, gravel, and graded surfaces.
• Ability to navigate active construction environments including stairs, ramps, and temporary walkways.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toe boots, FR clothing, and hearing protection.
• Ability to travel to project sites as required.

Enviromental Conditions

• Combination of climate-controlled office work and outdoor construction environments.
• Exposure to varying weather conditions including heat, cold, wind, and rain.
• Exposure to noise, dust, and industrial conditions during site visits.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Dashiell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law.

Dashiell Corporation provides a competitive compensation and benefits package. The Company provides life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, long term disability insurance, and an employee assistance plan at no cost to the employee. Benefit offerings also include a choice of traditional PPO or one of two HDHPs, with corresponding FSA or HSA, dental, vision, supplemental life insurance, short-term disability insurance, critical illness insurance, group accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, a 401(k) with immediate vesting, and more!

Must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without visa sponsorship. No third-party recruiters, please.