Project Manager - Utility Construction

 

POSITION SUMMARY

This is a field-driven Project Manager role focused on power infrastructure construction.

You will lead projects involving:

• Electrical distribution systems
• Transmission line construction
• Substation construction and upgrades

This is not a general construction or telecom role. Candidates must have direct experience in power or utility construction environments.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Field Execution & Leadership

• Lead construction execution across distribution, transmission, or substation projects
• Direct and coordinate crews, subcontractors, and field supervisors
• Drive daily and weekly work planning on active job sites
• Resolve field issues in real time to maintain production

Planning, Scheduling & Delivery

• Develop execution plans and sequencing strategies
• Coordinate mobilization, access, and utility constraints
• Monitor schedules and implement recovery plans

Commercial & Cost Management

• Track costs, production, and quantities
• Manage subcontractor scope and change orders
• Identify and mitigate risks impacting budget and schedule

Safety & Compliance

• Lead site safety and enforce company standards
• Ensure compliance with utility, environmental, and regulatory requirements

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Act as the primary point of contact for utility clients
• Lead project meetings and reporting
• Coordinate across field, engineering, and internal teams

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE (NON-NEGOTIABLE)

• 5–10+ years of Project Management experience in power or utility construction
• Direct experience in at least one of the following:
  • Transmission line construction
  • Electrical distribution systems
  • Substation construction
• Experience managing field crews and subcontractors on active utility job sites
• Strong understanding of:
  • Electrical construction scopes
  • Utility standards and constraints
  • Construction sequencing in live environments

Preferred

• Experience in Southeast U.S. utility environments
• Experience working with utility owners (Duke, co-ops, etc.)
• Procore, SAP, MS Project or similar
• PMP or equivalent

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Location & Travel

• Must be based in the Southeast U.S. (Charlotte or surrounding region preferred)
• Approximately 30% travel to active job sites

Compensation & Benefits

• $83,800 – $163,900 annually (based on experience)
• 401(k) with company match
• Full health, dental, vision benefits
• Paid travel and expenses
• PTO and vacation