Construction Project Manager

Akkodis is seeking a Project Manager with a client in Oakbrook Terrace IL 60181 for 12 months contract.

We are seeking a Mid-Level Project Manager to lead capacity expansion and distribution infrastructure projects. This role is responsible for planning, executing, and delivering utility infrastructure projects on time and within budget while ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory standards. The ideal candidate brings strong project management experience within utility infrastructure environments.

• Manage end-to-end lifecycle of capacity expansion and distribution projects.
• Develop project plans, schedules, budgets, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including engineering, construction, and operations.
• Monitor project progress, performance metrics, and reporting.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory, environmental, and safety requirements.
• Manage vendor relationships, contracts, and stakeholder communications.
• Identify and resolve project risks and issues proactively.

• Bachelor’s degree in any field (Engineering preferred).
• 3–7+ years of project management experience in utility infrastructure projects.
• Experience managing capacity expansion and/or distribution-related initiatives.
• Strong understanding of project controls, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

• Experience in electric utility environments.
• PMP or related project management certification (nice to have).
• Familiarity with transmission and distribution systems.

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Disclaimer:
These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers