Project Manager - Utility Construction

Forbes Bros Ltd.

$83K — $163K *
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-10+ years of project management experience in power or utility construction
  • Direct experience in transmission line construction, electrical distribution systems, or substation construction
  • Experience managing field crews and subcontractors on active utility job sites
  • Strong understanding of electrical construction scopes, utility standards, and construction sequencing
  • Familiarity with Procore, SAP, MS Project or similar (preferred)
  • PMP or equivalent certification (preferred)

Responsibilities

  • Lead construction execution across various power infrastructure projects
  • Direct and coordinate field crews, subcontractors, and supervisors
  • Drive daily and weekly work planning for job site activities
  • Resolve in-field issues quickly to maintain project flow
  • Develop execution plans and establish sequencing strategies
  • Monitor project schedules and implement recovery plans as needed
  • Ensure site safety and compliance with relevant standards

Benefits

  • 401(k) with company match
  • Full health, dental, and vision benefits
  • Paid travel and expenses related to the role
  • Paid time off (PTO) and vacation days
Full Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY

This is a field-driven Project Manager role focused on power infrastructure construction.

You will lead projects involving:
  • Electrical distribution systems
  • Transmission line construction
  • Substation construction and upgrades

This is not a general construction or telecom role. Candidates must have direct experience in power or utility construction environments.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Field Execution & Leadership
  • Lead construction execution across distribution, transmission, or substation projects
  • Direct and coordinate crews, subcontractors, and field supervisors
  • Drive daily and weekly work planning on active job sites
  • Resolve field issues in real time to maintain production

Planning, Scheduling & Delivery
  • Develop execution plans and sequencing strategies
  • Coordinate mobilization, access, and utility constraints
  • Monitor schedules and implement recovery plans

Commercial & Cost Management
  • Track costs, production, and quantities
  • Manage subcontractor scope and change orders
  • Identify and mitigate risks impacting budget and schedule

Safety & Compliance
  • Lead site safety and enforce company standards
  • Ensure compliance with utility, environmental, and regulatory requirements

Client & Stakeholder Management
  • Act as the primary point of contact for utility clients
  • Lead project meetings and reporting
  • Coordinate across field, engineering, and internal teams

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE (NON-NEGOTIABLE)
  • 5-10+ years of Project Management experience in power or utility construction
  • Direct experience in at least one of the following:
    • Transmission line construction
    • Electrical distribution systems
    • Substation construction
  • Experience managing field crews and subcontractors on active utility job sites
  • Strong understanding of:
    • Electrical construction scopes
    • Utility standards and constraints
    • Construction sequencing in live environments

Preferred
  • Experience in Southeast U.S. utility environments
  • Experience working with utility owners (Duke, co-ops, etc.)
  • Procore, SAP, MS Project or similar
  • PMP or equivalent

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Location & Travel
  • Must be based in the Southeast U.S. (Charlotte or surrounding region preferred)
  • Approximately 30% travel to active job sites

Compensation & Benefits
  • $83,800 - $163,900 annually (based on experience)
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Full health, dental, vision benefits
  • Paid travel and expenses
  • PTO and vacation


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