Entry Level Transmission Line Project Manager Jobs
New grad transmission line project manager jobs draw recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or a hands-on portfolio often matters more than a lengthy resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Energy, with employers like Quanta Services, Sargent & Lundy, and Qualus hiring at this level now.
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Job Category: Engineering / Science
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Business Unit: Energy Delivery
Work Type: Hybrid
Job Location: Oakland
Department Overview
The hardworking coworkers of Electric Engineering ensure all manners of electric engineering—including electric standards and process safety, electric design engineering, instrumentation testing and controls, undergrounding, electric regulatory compliance and electric investment planning—are in place to safely enable a strategic and stable workplan for our Electric Operations partners. Our organization is accountable for program planning, financial budgeting, and project execution and delivery of all electric engineering projects. Electric Engineering is comprised of approximately 2,000 coworkers.
The Civil Engineering and Design team in Electric Engineering is responsible for civil engineering work for PG&E’s transmission poles and towers. Civil design includes, but not limited to, structure and foundation analysis and design, as well as reviewing and developing civil drawings.
Position Summary
This position is represented by Engineers and Scientists of California (ESC) subject to collective bargaining.
Under supervision and with latitude for independent action or decision, this entry-level position performs engineering work on a professional level in design of engineering jobs, projects, or parts thereof.
This position is hybrid, working from your remote office and your assigned work location based on business need. The a ssigned work location will be within the PG&E Service Territory.
PG&E is providing the hourly rate range that the company in good faith believes it might pay for this position at the time of the job posting. This compensation range is specific to the locality of the job. The actual hourly rate paid to an individual will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, specific skills, education, licenses or certifications, experience, market value, geographic location, collective bargaining agreement, and internal equity.
Under the terms of the collective bargaining agreement, the hourly rate range for this position is $44.70 to $74.42, subject to collectively bargained wage increases.​
Job Responsibilities
Actively promote safe practices and conduct in accordance with the Corporate Safety policy. Prepares designs, calculations, drawings, layouts and/or studies from field inspections, preliminary sketches, rough diagrams, specifications, and/or instructions requiring knowledge of engineering practices and shop and field procedures. Participate in field reviews and discuss project objectives with other stakeholders in engineering, construction, operations and maintenance. Checks drawings, designs, and others’ work. Prepare construction drawings using MicroStation and PLS CADD software. You will use a variety of design tools, including but not limited to MicroStation for drawing development, SAP2000, PLS Tower, PLS POLE, and L-PILE for structural analysis and design. Foster teamwork & innovation and embrace new approaches to accomplish our work more efficiently and effectively. Travel 10% of the time.
Qualifications
Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or graduating with a BS in civil or structural engineering by June 2026; or, its equivalent in education and experience to include education and design drafting experience totaling six years; or education and experience totaling four years including two years at PG&E as a Design Drafter or Senior Design Drafter Must possess and maintain a valid Class C California Driver's License by Day 1 of hire
Desired: Experience in structural engineering MS degree in Civil or Structural Engineering EIT or PE License Experience in PLS-TOWER
Job Category: Engineering / Science
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Business Unit: Energy Delivery
Work Type: Hybrid
Job Location: Oakland
Department Overview
The hardworking coworkers of Electric Engineering ensure all manners of electric engineering—including electric standards and process safety, electric design engineering, instrumentation testing and controls, undergrounding, electric regulatory compliance and electric investment planning—are in place to safely enable a strategic and stable workplan for our Electric Operations partners. Our organization is accountable for program planning, financial budgeting, and project execution and delivery of all electric engineering projects. Electric Engineering is comprised of approximately 2,000 coworkers.
The Civil Engineering and Design team in Electric Engineering is responsible for civil engineering work for PG&E’s transmission poles and towers. Civil design includes, but not limited to, structure and foundation analysis and design, as well as reviewing and developing civil drawings.
Position Summary
This position is represented by Engineers and Scientists of California (ESC) subject to collective bargaining.
Under supervision and with latitude for independent action or decision, this entry-level position performs engineering work on a professional level in design of engineering jobs, projects, or parts thereof.
This position is hybrid, working from your remote office and your assigned work location based on business need. The a ssigned work location will be within the PG&E Service Territory.
PG&E is providing the hourly rate range that the company in good faith believes it might pay for this position at the time of the job posting. This compensation range is specific to the locality of the job. The actual hourly rate paid to an individual will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, specific skills, education, licenses or certifications, experience, market value, geographic location, collective bargaining agreement, and internal equity.
Under the terms of the collective bargaining agreement, the hourly rate range for this position is $44.70 to $74.42, subject to collectively bargained wage increases.​
Job Responsibilities
Actively promote safe practices and conduct in accordance with the Corporate Safety policy. Prepares designs, calculations, drawings, layouts and/or studies from field inspections, preliminary sketches, rough diagrams, specifications, and/or instructions requiring knowledge of engineering practices and shop and field procedures. Participate in field reviews and discuss project objectives with other stakeholders in engineering, construction, operations and maintenance. Checks drawings, designs, and others’ work. Prepare construction drawings using MicroStation and PLS CADD software. You will use a variety of design tools, including but not limited to MicroStation for drawing development, SAP2000, PLS Tower, PLS POLE, and L-PILE for structural analysis and design. Foster teamwork & innovation and embrace new approaches to accomplish our work more efficiently and effectively. Travel 10% of the time.
Qualifications
Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in Civil or Structural Engineering or graduating with a BS in civil or structural engineering by June 2026; or, its equivalent in education and experience to include education and design drafting experience totaling six years; or education and experience totaling four years including two years at PG&E as a Design Drafter or Senior Design Drafter Must possess and maintain a valid Class C California Driver's License by Day 1 of hire
Desired: Experience in structural engineering MS degree in Civil or Structural Engineering EIT or PE License Experience in PLS-TOWER
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Entry Level Transmission Line Project Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level transmission line project manager job?
Start by building hands-on experience through internships, co-op programs, or field roles on utility or infrastructure projects. Employers at this level look for candidates with a relevant engineering or construction management degree, familiarity with project scheduling tools, and exposure to high-voltage line work or related field environments. A strong internship record or a portfolio showing real project involvement can set you apart from other entry level applicants.
Which companies hire entry level transmission line project managers?
Companies hiring entry level transmission line project managers right now include Quanta Services, Sargent & Lundy, and Qualus, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from utilities, power engineering consultancies, and large infrastructure contractors that run active transmission build-out programs and regularly bring on junior project staff.
Are there remote entry level transmission line project manager jobs?
Yes, though most roles at this level are on-site or field-based given the nature of transmission line work. About 11% of entry level transmission line project manager openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, and those positions typically involve project coordination, document control, or scheduling support rather than direct field oversight.
Are these new grad transmission line project manager jobs?
Yes, these roles include new grad, recent graduate, and junior positions. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internship or co-op work in lieu of full-time history, or explicitly invites candidates with a relevant degree and a demonstrated interest in power transmission. Look for language like 'entry level,' 'junior,' or 'recent graduates encouraged to apply' in the listing.
Which industries hire the most entry level transmission line project managers?
Entry Level transmission line project manager roles concentrate in Consulting & Professional Services, Construction & Real Estate, and Energy, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because ongoing grid modernization, renewable energy interconnection, and aging infrastructure replacement create steady demand for junior project staff who can grow into more senior roles.