Senior Program / Project Manager
Houston, Texas
Experience: 0
Category: Engineering
Contractor Work Model: Onsite
Brand: System One
Compensation Range: 90.00 - 100.00 Per Hour
Job ID: 375572
Date Posted: 06/17/2026
Shortcut: http://jobs.systemone.com/FYCvee
Job Title: Senior Program / Project Manager
Location: Houston, Texas 77056
Type: Contract to hire with possibility of conversion to a permanent full-time position after 520 hours worked
Compensation: $90 - $100/hr. Salary will be commensurate with experience.
Work Model: Hybrid (70 - 80% in-person coordination)
Hours: Mon-Fri (hours TBD but approx. 7:30am-4:30pm)
Start date: As soon as possible
US Citizenship required
Weekly pay
Benefits after 30 days (health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, etc.)
401k after 30 days
Job offer will be contingent on drug screen and background check
Overview
System One is seeking a Senior Program/Project Manager to support delivery of Owner’s Engineer services for a major utility transmission and substation capital portfolio. This is a senior leadership role requiring deep experience in owner-side program/project delivery, EPC oversight, and utility infrastructure execution across large, complex capital programs. The successful candidate will serve in an Owner’s Engineer capacity, operating as an extension of the client’s office to support project leadership, coordination, oversight, and decision-making across multiple concurrent projects. This role requires a leader who can bring structure, clarity, and momentum across engineering, project controls, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout activities while maintaining close alignment with client goals, standards, and governance processes.
This is not a conventional project management role. The position requires strong executive presence, sound judgment, proactive leadership, and the ability to identify risks and opportunities early, communicate clearly, drive alignment, and add value beyond baseline scope. The ideal candidate is collaborative, highly responsive, solutions-oriented, and comfortable leading in a fast-paced environment with multiple internal and external stakeholders.
Responsibilities
-
Serve as the senior owner-side program/project management lead supporting a portfolio of transmission and substation projects delivered under an EPC model
-
Act as an extension of the client’s office, coordinating with internal stakeholders, EPC contractors, consultants, and support teams to align project objectives, priorities, and execution activities
-
Lead project readiness, stage-gate coordination, action tracking, and decision-support activities to help ensure projects advance with complete, accurate, and timely information
-
Provide owner-side technical oversight of the client’s multidiscipline team and independent oversight of EPC contractor engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning activities to ensure deliverables and execution are aligned with project requirements, Company standards, and quality expectations
-
Oversee EPC contractor performance across scope, cost, schedule, quality, safety, and contract compliance, and work with project teams to identify risks, gaps, and corrective actions early
-
Support review of cost, schedule, risk, change, and open-book pricing information to inform owner-side decisions and improve project execution outcomes
-
Lead communication, coordination, and issue resolution across engineering, project controls, procurement, construction, and client leadership teams
-
Support construction readiness, commissioning readiness, turnover, and closeout activities, including documentation, punch list, and handover coordination
-
Provide leadership in client meetings, executive briefings, and working sessions, and mentor supporting team members across project management, technical, controls, and field functions
Requirements
-
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or related field
-
15+ years of relevant experience in utility infrastructure, major capital project delivery, or program management
-
Demonstrated experience in Owner’s Engineer, owner advisor, utility owner-side, or EPC oversight roles
-
Demonstrated experience supporting large, complex transmission and substation projects
-
Experience with mega projects or major capital programs involving multiple stakeholders, complex interfaces, and high levels of coordination
-
Demonstrated ability to lead multidiscipline technical teams and provide effective owner-side oversight of EPC contractor engineering and technical deliverables for transmission and substation projects
-
Strong experience overseeing or integrating: project scope and execution planning; cost and schedule performance; project controls, risk, and change management; engineering and design coordination; procurement and construction interfaces; commissioning, turnover, and closeout
-
Strong leadership, collaboration, communication, and stakeholder management skills
-
Proven ability to work with initiative, operate independently, solve problems proactively, and bring forward recommendations that improve outcomes
-
Ability to function effectively in a client-facing environment requiring diplomacy, responsiveness, accountability, and sound judgment
System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.
System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
#LI-AM1
#M1
Ref: #236-Eng Pasadena
-
Project Manager – Transmission Capital Projects (Remote)
Amarillo, Texas
Position: Project Manager – Transmission Capital Projects (Remote) Location: Remote Pay Rate: $110.00/hr. Contract Duration: 12-Months System One is seeking an experienced Project Manager to support transmission-side capital projects within a regulated...
Date Posted: 06/23/2026 Recommended
-
Project Manager – Transmission Capital Projects (Remote)
Houston, Texas
Job Title: Project Manager – Transmission Capital Projects (Remote) Location: Houston, Texas Type: Contract Compensation: $110.00/hr. (W2) Work Model: Remote – offsite Responsibilities Manage the full project lifecycle from initiation through project c...
Date Posted: 06/23/2026 Recommended
-
Project Engineer
Clarksburg, WV
Project Engineer Location: Clarksburg, WV Duration: 6 Months (Contract-to-Hire Potential for candidates willing to relocate) Schedule: 40+ hours per week Start Date: ASAP System One is seeking a Project Engineer to support field execution activities on...
Date Posted: 06/22/2026 Recommended
-
Manufacturing Engineer
Cary, Illinois
Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer Location: Cary, Illinois Type: Contract Compensation: $45.00 - $51.00 per hour Work Model: Onsite Overview Join a leading medical technology manufacturer as a Manufacturing Engineer supporting equipment installations, ...
Date Posted: 06/24/2026 Recommended
-
Senior Piping Designer
Charlotte, NC
Job Title: Senior Piping Designer Location: 100 % onsite at our client's design facility in Charlotte, NC 28273 Type: 6-month contract with possibility of extension or conversion to a permanent full-time position Compensation: $50.00 - $70.00/hr. Salar...
Date Posted: 06/18/2026 Recommended
-
Structural Designer or Drafter
Cannonsburg, PA
Job Title Civil / Structural Designer / Drafter (Junior, Mid-Level, Senior, Lead) Position Overview We are seeking Civil / Structural Designers and Drafters at multiple experience levels to join our growing engineering team. These roles support a wide ...
Date Posted: 06/10/2026 Recommended
-
Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls Engineer
New Castle, Delaware
Job Title: Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls Engineer Location: New Castle, Delaware Type: Direct Hire Compensation: $95000 - $125000 annually Contractor Work Model: Onsite Job Summary: The Electrical, Instrumentation & Controls Engineer is respon...
Date Posted: 04/27/2026 Recommended
-
OSP Engineer
Mount Vernon, WA
Mountain Ltd. has an opening for an OSP Engineer working in the Mount Vernon, WA area. Job Description The Outside Plant Engineer will be responsible for the application engineering of telecommunications outside plant in a local serving exchange enviro...
Date Posted: 06/05/2026 Recommended
-
OSP Engineer
Norwalk, OH
Mountain Ltd. has an opening for an OSP Engineer in the Norwalk, OH area. Core Responsibilities Meet with Township, City, County, and State officials to discuss road and utility projects (travel required; mileage reimbursed). Locate and identify facili...
Date Posted: 06/11/2026 Recommended
-
Staff Engineer
Parsippany, NJ
Job Title: Staff Engineer (Geotechnical) Location: Parsippany, NJ Type: Direct Hire Compensation: $55,000–$80,000 + overtime Contractor Work Model: Onsite Hours: 40.0 Overview Coordinates the planning, organization, control, integration, and completion...
Date Posted: 06/16/2026 Recommended
-
Joint Use QC Engineer
Hot Springs National Park, AR
Mountain Ltd. is seeking an OSP Engineer to work Remotely! This will be working as a Permit/ROW QC Engineer. PA Quality Control Reviewer Job Summary The Quality Control (QC) Reviewer is responsible for ensuring that all engineering standards from vario...
Date Posted: 06/22/2026 Recommended
-
System Design Engineer
Bellevue, WA
Position Summary System One is seeking a System Design Engineer to support advanced nuclear reactor projects. This role focuses on system design, analysis, and supplier oversight, supporting complex fluid systems within a highly regulated environment. ...
Date Posted: 06/16/2026 Recommended
-
Substation Design Engineer
Chicago, IL
Job Title: Substation Design Engineer Location: Chicago, IL Type: Direct Hire Contractor Work Model: Hybrid/Remote Substation Electrical Engineer – Grid Mid to Senior Level | Electrical Power Engineering Hybrid Work Schedule Full-Time | Direct Hire Pos...
Date Posted: 06/01/2026 Recommended
-
Substation Design Engineer
Houston, Texas
Job Title: Substation Design Engineer Location: Houston, Texas Type: Direct Hire Compensation: Contractor Work Model: Hybrid/Remote Substation Electrical Engineer – Grid Mid to Senior Level | Electrical Power Engineering Hybrid Work Schedule Full-Time ...
Date Posted: 06/01/2026 Recommended
-
Structural - Project Engineer
Alexandria, Virginia
Structural Project Engineer Alexandria, VA | Full-Time | Hybrid Work Schedule Available Are you a creative and detail-oriented engineer who enjoys solving complex design challenges? We’re looking for a Structural Project Engineer to join a dynamic, emp...
Date Posted: 05/05/2026 Recommended
-
AutoCAD Technician
Hershey, PA
System One is hiring an AutoCAD technician for our client in Hershey. They are a unique education institution dedicated to making the difference in a life of a child. This is a 6-12 month contract position with good possibility for an extension! AutoCA...
Date Posted: 05/14/2026 Recommended
-
OSP Engineer
Tacoma, WA
Mountain Ltd. has an opening for an OSP Engineer, working in the Pierce/Thurston Counties area. Job Summary The Outside Plant Engineer will be responsible for the application engineering of telecommunications outside plant in a local serving exchange e...
Date Posted: 06/05/2026 Recommended
-
OSP Engineer
Everett, WA
Mountain Ltd. has an opening for an OSP Engineer, working in the Everett, WA area. Job Summary The Outside Plant Engineer will be responsible for the application engineering of telecommunications outside plant in a local serving exchange environment. T...
Date Posted: 06/05/2026 Recommended
-
OSP Engineer
Edmonds, WA
Mountain Ltd. has an opening for an OSP Engineer, working in the Edmonds, WA area. Job Summary The Outside Plant Engineer will be responsible for the application engineering of telecommunications outside plant in a local serving exchange environment. T...
Date Posted: 06/05/2026 Recommended
-
Chief Engineer
Midland, Texas
Job Title: Chief Engineer Location: Midland, Texas Type: Direct Hire Compensation: $70,000.00 - $100,000.00 Work Model: Onsite – onsite Overview The Stationary Chief Engineer is responsible for managing day-to-day plant operations including all service...
Date Posted: 06/23/2026 Recommended
-
Sr. Project Manager - Environmental
Parsippany, NJ
Job Title: Sr. Project Manager - Environmental Location: NJ/NY Type: Direct Hire Compensation: $100K+ Contractor Work Model: Onsite Summary Directs, coordinates, and exercises functional authority for planning, organization, control, integration, and c...
Date Posted: 04/29/2026 Recommended
-
OSP Engineer III
Nobleboro, ME
Mountain Ltd. has an opening for an OSP Engineer III in the Nobleboro, ME area. Position Overview: OSP Engineer to support copper and fiber outside plant facility engineering projects. This role is responsible for estimating, analyzing, designing, and ...
Date Posted: 06/11/2026 Recommended
-
Fiber Layout Specialist
New Gloucester, ME
Mountain Ltd. is seeking a Fiber Layout Specialist in the New Gloucester, ME area! Fiber Layout Specialist –Telecom Design Support Mountain Ltd. is seeking a Fiber Layout Specialist to support ongoing telecom network design and records reconciliation e...
Date Posted: 06/03/2026 Recommended
-
Construction Project Manager - Industrial Projects
Arlington, Virginia
We are seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to lead and deliver complex industrial construction projects. This role is primarily focused on Water and Wastewater treatment facilities, with additional project exposure including manufacturi...
Date Posted: 05/27/2026 Recommended
-
Electrical Data Editor
Seattle, WA
Job Title: Electrical Data Editor Location: Seattle, WA (hybrid – 1 day onsite per week) Type: Contract Compensation: $28.93 per hour on W2 Responsibilities Perform complex, detailed computer-aided drafting and preparation of maps, plans, revisions, sc...
Date Posted: 06/25/2026 Recommended
-
Intermediate Capital Cost Estimator (Mechanical)
Greentree, PA
Intermediate Capital Cost Estimator (Mechanical) Greentree, PA, United States Responsibilities Develop accurate cost estimates for mechanical equipment, piping, HVAC, and structural components for industrial manufacturing and Food & Beverage projects. ...
Date Posted: 06/18/2026 Recommended
-
Nuclear Engineer V, Mechanical
Perry, Ohio
Job Title: Nuclear Engineer V – Mechanical Type: Long-Term Contract Pay Rate: $115.00/hour Per Diem: $178/day Location: Nuclear facilities in Ohio Work Model: Remote then Onsite Perry Plant – Perry, OH Davis-Besse Plant – Oak Harbor, OH Beaver Valley P...
Date Posted: 06/12/2026 Recommended
-
Architect - Project
Richmond, Virginia
Project Architect Richmond, VA | Full-Time | Hybrid Work Schedule Available Are you an experienced architect looking for an opportunity to lead exciting, complex projects while mentoring the next generation of designers? We’re seeking a Project Archite...
Date Posted: 05/05/2026 Recommended
-
Electrical Controls Engineer
Kansas City, MO
Electrical Controls Engineer Full-Time | Kansas City, MO Travel: Up to 50% (including occasional extended trips) Position Overview Seeking an experienced Electrical Controls Engineer to support turnkey control system projects. This role involves collab...
Date Posted: 05/05/2026 Recommended
-
Sr Structural Designer
Cannonsburg, PA
Job Title: Civil / Structural Senior Designer Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Civil / Structural Senior Designer to join our engineering team. This role involves leading complex design and drafting projects, creating detailed 2D and 3D ...
Date Posted: 06/25/2026 Recommended