Project Manager – PMO; Utilities​/Construction Focus

Job Title: Project Manager – PMO (Utilities/Construction Focus) - 643859

Location: Rockville, MD (onsite, local candidates only)

Pay Range: $85,000 – $130,000 annually (DOE)

Work Hours: Monday–Friday, standard business hours

Type of Employment: Permanent Hire

This opportunity is ideal for a Project Manager with 3–5 years of project management experience, preferably in a PMO setting for gas or electric utility projects. The role involves planning, executing, and finalizing projects according to strict deadlines and budgets, while working directly with the client.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and execute utility projects from initiation to completion, managing scope, schedules, and resources
• Implement standardized PMO processes, tools, and templates for consistent project delivery
• Identify project risks, develop mitigation plans, and monitor issues for timely resolution
• Allocate resources effectively in collaboration with the PMO to meet project requirements
• Serve as the primary contact for stakeholders, providing updates and facilitating clear communication
• Track project progress, milestones, and deliverables; prepare detailed reports for PMO and senior management
• Ensure project quality and compliance with established standards and requirements
• Support continuous improvement initiatives for project management processes and methodologies

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Project Management, Engineering, or a related field
• 3–5 years of project management experience, preferably within a PMO
• Project management experience for gas or electric utility projects

Preferred Qualifications:

• PMP or similar project management certification
• Familiarity with project governance frameworks and best practices
• Strong organizational, analytical, and leadership skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for stakeholder and team interactions
• Proficiency in project management software and tools
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively

Candidate Notes:

• Must be local or within commuting distance to Rockville, MD
• PM experience with either gas or electric utility projects is acceptable
• Role is onsite with the client and not remote