Quanta Services

Project Manager - Cincinnati, OH

Quanta Services • $75K — $95K *
Columbia Station, OH 44028In-Person
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in utility infrastructure project management
  • Minimum 2 years in utility, industrial, or heavy construction environments
  • Ability to interpret field conditions and communicate effectively
  • Proficient in MS Office Suite and project management software
  • Understanding of project contracts and change order documentation
  • Desired certifications: PMP, CCM, or equivalent
  • Willingness to travel extensively (approximately 80%)

Responsibilities

  • Lead project office setup and establish reporting controls
  • Create and manage project execution plans focused on safety and productivity
  • Maintain comprehensive project documentation systems
  • Manage budget performance, cost controls, and profit margins
  • Act as key contact for clients and stakeholders, ensuring their engagement
  • Collaborate with teams for effective project delivery
  • Prepare and present weekly project status updates

Benefits

  • Paid training for technical and professional development
  • Defined career growth path
  • Competitive wages with industry-leading benefits, including retirement plan
Full Job Description
About this Role

IFS InfraSource is looking for an experienced utility construction Project Manager to join our team. This Project Manager plans and oversees complex utility infrastructure projects to ensure they are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget. This role has responsibility for project financials, schedule performance, customer relationships, and contract execution from award through closeout.  This position requires approximately 80% travel, with extended time spent in the field supporting construction activities. Successful candidates must reside in the Northeast region of the U.S. and be comfortable working in dynamic, fast‑paced field environments and traveling as business needs require.

What You'll Do
  • Lead and oversee project office set-up, including systems, controls, and reporting processes
  • Create and own the project execution plan, including safety, staffing, scheduling, and productivity targets
  • Develop, maintain and update project documentation and project file system (physical and electronic)
  • Manage projects with responsibility for overall P&L performance, including budget adherence, margin protection, and cost controls
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, inspectors, and key stakeholders
  • Ensure stakeholder notification and buy-in
  • Collaborate with field supervision, estimating, safety, and support teams to achieve project objectives
  • Estimate costs based on provided estimating tools and/or work with others to develop budgets
  • Full understanding of the project contract
  • Ensuring Change Orders are documented per the contract
  • Complete project close-out per company policy
  • Accruals are tracked weekly/monthly and turned in at the end of every week
  • Develop and maintain critical path schedules in MS Project and/or Primavera P6
  • Prepare and present weekly project status reports covering cost, schedule, risk, and production
  • Work interdepartmentally to make sure all revenue is accounted for and accurate
  • Forecasting cost scope schedule resources daily/weekly/monthly
  • End of month explanations for variances to forecast
  • Work with internal support groups to set up projects in the accounting system
What You'll Bring
  • Demonstrated experience managing Natural Gas or utility infrastructure construction projects (distribution, transmission, or related utility work)
  • Minimum of 2 years of project management experience in utility, industrial, or heavy construction environments
  • Willingness to travel
  • Ability to interpret field conditions and communicate project requirements
  • Ability to develop and communicate ideas regarding the project
  • Ability to apply established project management methodologies to complex field construction environments
  • Proficient in MS Office Applications: MS Word, MS Excel, MS Project
  • Proven ability to manage project budgets, forecasting, cost reporting, and earned value
  • Desired: PMP, CCM, or equivalent project management certification
  • In this role, success is defined by delivering safe, profitable projects that meet customer expectations while maintaining schedule integrity, cost control, and strong field leadership
What You'll Get
  • Paid on-the-job technical and professional training 
  • Defined career path for future growth 
  • Competitive wages and industry-leading benefits including Retirement Plan

This position is subject to the Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) drug & alcohol testing regulations as outlined in 49 CFR Part 382 and/or 49 CFR Part 199.

About Quanta Services

Quanta Services provides engineering, procurement, and construction services for comprehensive infrastructure needs in the electric power and oil and natural gas industries, both onshore and offshore.

Quanta Services Careers

Join the dynamic team at Quanta Services, a leader in providing comprehensive infrastructure solutions for the utility, renewable energy, and telecommunications sectors. At Quanta Services, we are committed to fostering a culture of innovation, leadership, and growth, offering unparalleled job opportunities to professionals across various disciplines.

Work You’ll Do

Embark on a fulfilling career journey with Quanta Services, where you can leverage your skills to contribute to some of the most critical infrastructure projects worldwide. Our team at Quanta Services is at the forefront of industry innovation, driving progress with cutting-edge solutions that enhance the way communities connect and grow.

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Quanta Services is committed to the growth and development of our employees. We offer robust benefits packages, competitive compensation, and extensive professional development programs that include leadership training, technical upskilling, and internships for emerging talent. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion ensures that all team members have the opportunity to succeed and lead.

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Learn more about Quanta Services
Size
43,700 employees
Market Cap
$20.3 billion
Industry
Real Estate & Construction
Net Income
$445.6 million
Founded
2008
5 Year Trend
+11.1%
Revenue
$11.2 billion
NASDAQ
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