Project Manager, Operations Manager

Job Title:

Project Manager

Job Description

Connect your passion with purpose as a Project Manager supporting electric system distribution projects. You will manage various electric utility relocation projects, working closely with multiple customers and contractors simultaneously. This role requires a general knowledge of, or a willingness to learn, the technical aspects of Electric Utility Construction. You will be the subject matter expert while collaborating with customers and ensuring adherence to safety compliance standards.

Responsibilities

* Lead multi-disciplinary project teams.

* Develop, manage, and forecast project schedules and budgets.

* Coordinate resources and provide oversight and direction to team members.

* Conduct effective upfront project planning to minimize costs and change orders, and identify risks.

* Identify the scope of assigned projects and take logical actions to meet project requirements and deadlines.

* Serve as the primary point of contact for customer relationships and manage communications effectively.

* Communicate technical information clearly to non-technical audiences, sometimes in public settings.

* Recognize technical issues impacting projects and develop risk mitigation plans.

* Facilitate communication between service providers and internal customers.

* Respond to customer concerns and work with appropriate parties for resolution.

* Ensure compliance with codes, standards, design criteria, and operational requirements.

* Project modifications and upgrades to existing facilities on the electric distribution system.

* Collaborate with internal departments, service providers, EPC contractors, developers, and external entities to coordinate construction schedules.

* Support construction activities related to projects.

* Report on project and program progress as directed.

* Gather, consolidate, and analyze facts related to project requirements.

* Support emergency response work as requested.

* Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills

* At least three years of relevant work experience, including managing simple projects.

* Strong written and verbal communication skills.

* Ability to work as part of a team.

* Basic knowledge and experience in scheduling, estimating, accounting, and finance principles.

* Basic knowledge in project management discipline to manage multiple simple to medium complexity projects.

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

* Degree or equivalent combination of education and/or work experience.

* Customer-oriented with a positive, team-oriented, and collaborative attitude.

* Flexibility and understanding of business issues driving project needs.

* Solid work ethic.

Work Environment

The role is remote, allowing you to work from home, but you must be local to the area.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Phoenix, AZ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $45.00 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Phoenix,AZ.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 2, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

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