Project Manager, Utility Construction

Purpose

Oversees small electric utility construction projects from initiation through closeout to ensure safe, timely, and cost‑effective execution. Initially focused on IIJA grant work and support for reliability‑related projects, this role coordinates contractors, materials, schedules, SAP workflow activities, and project reporting.

• Manage small electric utility construction projects from planning through closeout.
• Coordinate schedules, materials, contractors, and workflow activities.
• Track milestones, monitor progress, and provide project reporting.
• Coordinate with Procurement to ensure material availability.
• Manage contractor performance for safety, quality, and schedule compliance.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Operations, Procurement, and contractors to resolve issues and support execution.
• Verify contractor resources and construction methods are appropriate for assigned work.
• Support quality assurance, documentation, closeout, and turnover of completed work.
• Monitor project spending, changes, and adjustments to support budget expectations.
• Support outage coordination, operational planning, and customer impacts.
• Support IIJA grant and reliability‑related projects while meeting key milestones and reporting requirements.
• Support storm response and emergency restoration efforts as requested.

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Business, Engineering, Project Management, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 5–10 years of experience in electric utility construction, field operations, project management, or related roles.
• Knowledge of utility construction practices, contractor coordination, safety standards, and project workflows.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with Excel; SAP preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to project sites and support storm events.

• Collaborative environment with a genuine flexible working policy
• 401k plan with matching
• Share purchase/match plan
• Leadership development program
• Volunteer paid days off
• Employee assistance program
• Achievement fund
• Free parking
• Variety of health & wellness programs
• Discount and perks program

We are an equal opportunity employer and value each person's unique background, diversity, experiences, perspectives and talents. Full participation of all employees in a safe, healthy and respectful environment is key to individual and company success. We are committed to fully utilizing the abilities of all our employees and expect each of our employees to honour this commitment in their daily responsibilities.