Project Manager - Electric Utilities

Cordoba Corporation is a leading engineering and design firm, and we are seeking a Project Manager for an upcoming role with our Electric sector. The Project Manager will manage distribution projects to ensure sure the safety and reliability of power delivery. This role involves developing strategic plans, managing budgets, and overseeing both internal and external resources. The Project Manager also handles risk management, project scope changes, and maintains effective communication with stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.

The ideal candidate will have in-depth experience leading electric distribution and utility capital projects. This work is critical in protecting customers and enhancing the safety of electric systems against wildfire risks and maintaining reliable power delivery.

• Manage all phases of electric distribution projects, including system hardening, reconductoring, pole replacements, undergrounding, and other wildfire mitigation initiatives.
• Develop detailed project execution plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocations.
• Coordinate project delivery across engineering, construction, permitting, environmental compliance, and procurement teams.
• Track performance metrics including cost, schedule, and earned value; identify and mitigate risks.
• Facilitate project meetings and stakeholder communication to ensure alignment and transparency.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, regulatory requirements, and wildfire mitigation program goals.
• Support project documentation, invoicing, cost reporting, and closeout processes.

• 5+ years of project management experience in electric distribution or utility infrastructure sectors
• Direct experience managing wildfire mitigation projects required (e.g., system hardening, undergrounding, vegetation mitigation)
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred
• PMP certification or equivalent training preferred
• Advanced knowledge of utility construction methods, permitting processes, and regulatory environments
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Proficiency using Primavera P6, Power BI, MS Project, SAP, and portfolio reporting tools and portfolio reporting tools

Pay Range: $104,000 - $166,000 per year

Work Environment:
Onsite 3-4 days per week in the Denver, CO office

Visa Sponsorship:
Legal authorization to work in the U.S.A. on a full-time basis without sponsorship

Physical Requirements:

Ability to pass a pre-authorized physical including a drug-screening and background check

Our Company

Cordoba Corporation, Making a Difference

Cordoba Corporation is a nationally recognized civil engineering, construction management, program management, and planning firm. Our expertise spans diverse sectors, including education and facilities, transportation, water, and energy. Collaborating closely with our clients, we have successfully delivered complex and high-impact infrastructure projects across California.

National Recognition - Cordoba’s efforts have garnered national acclaim. Engineering News-Record (ENR) has consistently ranked us as a “top 100 construction management firm” and a “top 50 program management firm.” Additionally, ENR recognized Cordoba as a “top 100 design firm” in California in 2018. Our business model emphasizes efficiency, fostering a dynamic work environment. We approach projects with multifaceted strategies, ensuring successful outcomes.

Statewide Presence - With headquarters in Los Angeles, Cordoba maintains a strong statewide presence. Our offices extend to San Francisco, Sacramento, San Ramon, Chatsworth, Santa Ana, Ontario, and San Diego.

Enhancing Employee Well-Being

Benefits and Perks: We offer multiple medical and dental insurance plans, as well as vision insurance. Plans are subsidized for both employees and dependents with coverage effective the first month after hire. Additionally, Cordoba provides employees with paid AD&D and life insurance, a 401k with an industry leading employer match, generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 9 paid holidays, and other forms of paid time off.

We also offer flexible…