As a
Project Manager / Senior Project Manager, you'll lead electric distribution design and engineering programs supporting
local utility distribution system. This is a
program-based role, not a one-off project position-you'll oversee a steady pipeline of distribution work that keeps the electric grid reliable, modern, and ready for future demand.
You'll partner closely with utility stakeholders, internal engineering and design teams, and external agencies to deliver high-quality work-on time, on budget, and in line with client standards.
What you'll be responsible forThis role blends
project delivery, client partnership, and team leadership.
- Lead a portfolio of electric distribution design projects and programs, including overhead and underground work, system upgrades, and modernization efforts
- Own scope, schedule, budget, quality, and risk across multiple concurrent projects
- Serve as a primary point of contact for the client, building trusted relationships through clear communication and consistent delivery
- Coordinate work across designers, engineers, and technical leads, ensuring teams have clear priorities and direction
- Oversee project financials, including forecasting, fee tracking, and change management
- Ensure work complies with industry and client standards, permitting requirements, and regulatory expectations
- Support permitting and third-party coordination efforts (municipalities, DOTs, joint-use utilities) as needed
- Provide construction support and help resolve design-related issues during build
- For Senior PMs: mentor other PMs and technical leads, help shape program strategy, and support growth of the client account
The types of programs you'll supportYour work may span several ongoing distribution initiatives, such as:
- High-volume distribution design programs (repeatable work with defined standards and workflows)
- Voltage Optimization (VO) initiatives focused on system performance and efficiency
- Distribution Automation (DA) projects, including device upgrades and grid modernization
- Municipality- and DOT-driven relocations tied to roadway and infrastructure improvements
These programs are long-term, fast-moving, and highly collaborative-ideal for PMs who enjoy structure, variety, and visible impact.
You'll thrive in this role if you:
- Enjoy managing multiple projects at once in a program environment
- Are comfortable balancing client expectations, internal delivery, and financial performance
- Like working closely with technical teams without needing to be the technical designer yourself
- Value clear processes, strong standards, and continuous improvement
- Want to build long-term client relationships rather than jumping from project to project
Here's what you'll need:- Project management experience supporting electric distribution or utility infrastructure programs, or other engineering/construction related spaces
- Experience managing scope, schedule, and budget in a consulting or utility-facing environment
- Strong communication skills and comfort working directly with utility clients
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams and keep work moving in a deadline-driven environment
- Proficiency in forecasting and financial management, especially in a Fixed Fee and Unitized platform.
- In-depth knowledge of industry standards, regulatory requirements, and technical innovations.
Nice to have:- Prior experience working with large electric utilities
- Familiarity with distribution design workflows, permitting, and construction support
- Experience managing program-based or unitized work
- PMP or similar certification
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