3+ years in utility vegetation management, forestry, or construction with leadership experience
Proven track record in managing budgets, schedules, and client expectations
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
Willingness to travel and respond to operational needs outside regular hours
Proficient in Microsoft Office and project/financial reporting systems
Responsibilities
Manage budgets, forecasting, scheduling, and resource allocation
Lead General Foremen and oversee operational planning
Act as the primary operational contact for clients
Ensure contract compliance and drive continuous improvement
Coordinate utility operations and respond to incidents
Benefits
Frequent travel opportunities
Exposure to diverse outdoor environments
Compliance with PPE requirements
Potential for professional development in utility management
Engagement in continuous improvement initiatives
Full Job Description
Project Manager
Travel will be required to neighboring states. Position Summary:
The Project Manager will lead execution of utility vegetation management contracts by managing financial performance, schedules, client relationships, production forecasting, compliance, and leadership of General Foremen. Essential Responsibilities:
Manage budgets, forecasting, scheduling, and resource allocation.
Lead General Foremen and operational planning.
Serve as primary operational client contact.
Manage contract compliance, risk, and continuous improvement.
Coordinate utility operations and incident response.
Leadership Competencies:
Competency - Expectation
Leadership - Builds engaged, accountable teams
Communication - Communicates effectively with employees, clients, and stakeholders
Decision Making - Uses sound operational and business judgement
Integrity - Acts ethically and professionally
Continuous Improvement - Drives efficiency and innovation
Key Performance Measures:
Budget performance
Schedule adherence
Safety performance
Client satisfaction
Forecast accuracy
Production KPIs
Minimum Qualifications:
Three or more years of progressively responsible utility vegetation management, forestry, construction, or related operational experience, including leadership responsibility.
Demonstrated experience managing budgets, schedules, resources, and client expectations.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Ability to travel throughout the assigned service territory and respond to operational needs outside normal working hours when required.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and project, financial, GIS, and operational reporting systems.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in forestry, arboriculture, natural resources, business, construction management, or a related field.
ISA Certified Arborist & ISA Utility Specialist credential.
Demonstrated financial-management, forecasting, and continuous-improvement experience.
Equivalent combinations of education, certifications, and relevant experience may be considered where appropriate. Physical & Work Environment:
Frequent travel; exposure to outdoor environments and varying weather conditions; ability to inspect work sites; occasional lifting consistent with field operations; compliance with all company PPE requirements.
