Sr Engineering Project Manager (San Ramon OR Sacramento Office)

This position can work out of either of our California offices in Sacramento and San Ramon.

About Ampirical

At Ampirical, we're shaping the future of the power grid with precision, innovation, and purpose. Just as the ampere is the foundation of electric current, Ampirical is a core force driving the energy sector forward. We focus on quality, forward-thinking solutions, and empowering our team to grow and thrive.

We don’t just build projects - we build careers. If you’re looking for a place where your contributions matter and your professional development is supported every step of the way, we’d love to meet you. Watch this video to get a glimpse into our culture.

Why Ampirical?

💰 Salary Range: $150,000 - $ 190,000. Actual compensation will vary based on experience, education, and qualifications, as well as the specific office location. This range reflects all California locations and Project Manager 2 and 3.

📈 Annual Bonus opportunity equivalent to 10-20% of salary

🩺 Day-One Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision

💼 401(k) with 4% match and immediate vesting

🏖️ PTO: 120+ hours of PTO + 10 paid holidays

🗓️ Flexible Work Schedule: Every other Friday off & Hybrid

📚 Career Development: Advancement opportunities, tuition reimbursement

🧘 Perks: Gym membership stipend, wellness program, fertility benefits, pet insurance, and more

PMO Department Overview

The Engineering PMO Department provides the structure and oversight that support Ampirical’s engineering teams in delivering high-quality power delivery projects. The department manages scope, schedule, budget, and risk while ensuring compliance with contractual, regulatory, and industry standards. Serving as a central hub for coordination, communication, and project controls, the PMO drives consistency, accountability, and smooth execution across all engineering projects.

Your Role: Senior Project Manager

Ampirical is seeking a Sr Project Manager to lead complex, multi-discipline engineering projects supporting utility SUBSTATION power delivery systems across the U.S. This senior-level PM role provides full lifecycle leadership - scope, schedule, cost, risk, quality, and client relationship management.

What You’ll Do

• Manage contracts and project scopes ranging from $5M+, ensuring all technical deliverables meet client and regulatory standards.
• Develop budgets, milestone schedules, resource plans, and monthly status reports for clients and subconsultants.
• Lead stakeholder engagement, anticipate risks, negotiate solutions, and support long-term client relationships.
• Oversee QA/QC, safety compliance, and adherence to codes, standards, and permitting requirements.
• Guide field coordination, site visits, commissioning activities, and construction support documentation.
• Mentor engineering teams, contribute to process standardization, and support cross-department alignment.
• Lead onboarding, training initiatives, and knowledge transfer across the PMO.

What You Bring

• 10+ years of project management experience in utilities engineering or very similar technical fields
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or similar field required
• PE license and/or PMP certification strongly preferred
• Strong analytical skills, contract management knowledge, and experience with complex multi-discipline projects
• Excellent communication, leadership, and client relationship skills

Ampirical is an Equal Opportunity Employer, meaning we do not discriminate based on the following characteristics in our hiring and employment practices: Age, sex, color, race, creed, national origin, religion or religious attire, marital status, pregnancy (child birth or related medical conditions), citizenship status or amnesty, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, sickle-cell trait, status as a tobacco user or non-user, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.