Program, Project & Service Management

We are seeking an experienced Project Planning & Scheduling professional to support a leading utility client in planning and executing infrastructure projects that enable large-scale renewable energy integration. The role involves creating detailed schedules, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring timely delivery of grid upgrade projects.

• Develop, manage, and maintain project schedules for transmission, distribution, and substation upgrade projects.
  

• Coordinate with engineering, planning, procurement, construction, and regulatory teams to collect project inputs.
  

• Identify infrastructure needs such as substations, line extensions, reactive power support, communication systems, and interconnection facilities.
  

• Support feasibility studies and system impact assessments for renewable integration.
  

• Track milestones, progress, resource requirements, and budgets.
  

• Conduct schedule risk analysis, identify critical paths, and suggest mitigation strategies.
  

• Prepare dashboards, progress reports, and presentations for leadership.
  

• Ensure adherence to safety standards, utility procedures, and regulatory guidelines.
  

• Assist in evaluating grid reliability, protection schemes, and system stability under high renewable penetration.
  

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Project Management, or related field.
  

• Minimum 8 years of experience in utility project planning, scheduling, grid upgrades, or renewable integration projects.
  

• Strong understanding of T&D systems, interconnection standards, and grid modernization.
  

• Proficiency in Primavera P6, MS Project, or SAP.
  

• Excellent analytical, coordination, and organizational skills.
  

• Exposure to solar, wind, and energy storage projects.
  

• Familiarity with utility permitting, regulatory processes, and planning methodologies.
  

• Ability to manage multiple complex technical projects.