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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 www.dashiell.com.

Job Title: Director of Project Management

Job Location: 12301 Kurland Drive, Houston, TX 77034

Primary Function:
In this Director of Project Management role, you will be responsible for leading and continuously improving the project management function across the EPC portfolio, with accountability for project execution, customer satisfaction, schedule adherence, cost performance, and margin realization. You will partner closely with engineering, construction, project controls, supply chain, and field leadership to ensure projects are delivered safely, predictably, and profitably. This role will report to the Vice President of Project Management.

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

• Lead and oversee the project management organization across EPC projects, ensuring consistent application of project management standards, tools, and best practices.
• Establish clear expectations for project managers related to scope management, cost control, schedule performance, risk management, and customer communication.
• Partner with pre-construction, estimating, and commercial teams to support effective project handoff, including scope clarity, risk transfer, and baseline alignment.
• Provide executive oversight of active projects, including review of cost, schedule, risk, and forecast performance.
• Drive disciplined project execution through standardized project startup, execution, monitoring, and closeout processes.
• Support resolution of complex project issues, including scope changes, customer disputes, schedule challenges, and execution risks.
• Collaborate with construction and field leadership to ensure alignment between project plans and field execution.
• Partner with supply chain to support procurement strategies, vendor performance, and material availability.
• Ensure effective change management practices are applied consistently across projects to protect commercial and contractual positions.
• Champion safety, quality, and compliance as foundational elements of project execution.
• Develop, mentor, and evaluate project managers and project leadership personnel.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by capturing lessons learned and driving process enhancements across the project lifecycle.
• Serve as an escalation point for customers and internal stakeholders on project-related matters.
• Perform special projects and complete other duties as assigned or requested.

How You'll Make an Impact

• Improve project execution consistency and predictability across the EPC portfolio.
• Protect and enhance margins through disciplined project management and risk mitigation.
• Strengthen customer relationships through proactive communication and reliable delivery.
• Enable effective cross-functional collaboration between engineering, construction, supply chain, and project controls.
• Increase organizational confidence in project outcomes through transparent reporting and accountability.
• Build a strong project management bench by developing talent and reinforcing high-performance expectations.
• Support scalable growth by standardizing project management processes and governance.

Minimum Qualifications / Experience
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related field required.

• 10+ years of experience in project management within an EPC environment (utility, power, industrial, or similar).
• Demonstrated experience leading project management teams responsible for large, complex EPC projects.
• Strong understanding of EPC contract structures, risk allocation, and execution drivers.
• Proven ability to manage EPC projects across engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning phases.
• Strong understanding of cost, schedule, and risk management principles.
• Experience partnering with project controls to manage forecasts, performance metrics, and corrective actions.
• Familiarity with project management systems, reporting tools, and performance dashboards.
• Ability to interpret and manage contract requirements, scope definitions, and change management processes.
• Strong understanding of project financial performance, including cost forecasting, margin management, and cash flow.
• Experience managing customer relationships and representing the company in high-stakes project discussions.
• Ability to balance customer expectations with contractual and commercial realities.
• Proven ability to lead, develop, and retain high-performing project management teams.
• Strong cross-functional leadership skills, with the ability to influence engineering, construction, field services, and supply chain.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present project performance, risks, and recommendations to senior leadership and customers.
• Comfortable making decisions and driving accountability in complex, fast-paced environments.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
• Demonstrated ability to perform under pressure while maintaining professionalism and attention to detail.
• Highly structured and process-oriented, with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Strong sense of ownership, accountability, and integrity.
• Bias for action, results, and proactive problem-solving.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to sit for extended periods while working at a computer (meetings, scheduling, reporting).
• Ability to stand and walk intermittently during office or site visits.
• Ability to travel to project sites and offices as required (typically short-duration visits).
• Field / Site Visit Requirements (Occasional)
• Ability to walk on uneven terrain, gravel, and graded surfaces typical of substation construction sites.
• Ability to navigate active construction environments, including:
• stairs, ramps, temporary walkways
• partially completed structures
• Ability to climb stairs or ladders to access elevated work areas or control buildings (not continuous climbing).
• Ability to wear required PPE, including hard hat, safety glasses, steel-toe boots, FR clothing , and hearing protection as needed
• Working extended hours, including weekends, may be required periodically.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions as defined per Company policy.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Dashiell is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

Dashiell offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. Benefits include company-paid life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, long-term disability insurance, and an employee assistance program. Additional benefit offerings include medical coverage through a traditional PPO or one of two high-deductible health plans (with FSA or HSA options), dental and vision coverage, supplemental life insurance, short-term disability, critical illness insurance, group accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, and a 401(k) plan with immediate vesting, among others.

Candidates must be at least 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without current or future visa sponsorship. Third-party recruiters and agencies, please do not contact us regarding this position.