Utilities Project Manager Jobs
A Utilities Project Manager in the utilities industry is responsible for managing and overseeing various projects related to utilities such as water, gas, and electricity systems. These professionals plan, coordinate, and direct utility projects from conception to completion, ensuring that they are completed on time, within budget, and to the agreed quality standards. They are tasked with risk management, contract negotiation, budgeting, resource allocation, and team management. They also liaise with stakeholders, contractors, and regulatory bodies, and ensure adherence to safety regulations and compliance standards.
Key skills for a Utilities Project Manager include excellent leadership and communication skills, project management expertise, proficient knowledge in utility systems, and the ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines. Strong analytical skills, financial acumen, and problem-solving abilities are also vital. They should hold a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or Certified Construction Manager (CCM). Prior experience in the utility industry is a must, often in roles such as a Utility Engineer, Utilities Supervisor, or Project Coordinator, which provide the necessary technical knowledge and industry experience required for this position.
Complex Construction Program Manager
- Source of Future Technology, Inc.
- Waltham, MA
- 17 hours ago
- Source of Future Technology, Inc.
- Waltham, MA
- 17 hours ago
case development, cost benefit analysis, and change management • Experience developing executive-level briefing, presentations and analysis What You'll Need • Experience in large scale complex construction...
Utility Relocation Coordinator - Los Angeles, CA.
- CMTS LLC
- Los Angeles, CA
- 17 hours ago
- CMTS LLC
- Los Angeles, CA
- 17 hours ago
Every day at CMTS, we undertake impactful infrastructure projects that positively impact lives and communities. CMTS has 40-years of extensive industry experience, which ensures a strong...
- Total Air Solutions
- North Port, FL
- 2 days ago
- Total Air Solutions
- North Port, FL
- 2 days ago
Successful applicants will have the experience and skill to manage multiple projects commercial projects ranging from $50,000.00 $2,000,000.00. simultaneously. Project types range from; Retail...
Assistant Director and Senior Project Manager - Facilities / Construction (Hybrid)
- Stanford University
- Stanford, CA
- 3 days ago
- Stanford University
- Stanford, CA
- 3 days ago
ABOUT STANFORD UNIVERSITY AND RESIDENTIAL & DINING ENTERPRISES: Stanford University, located between San Francisco and San Jose in the heart of California's Silicon Valley, is one of the world's...
Senior Project Manager - Heavy Civil Construction
- McMillen
- Flower Mound, TX
- 3 days ago
- McMillen
- Flower Mound, TX
- 3 days ago
Design a career and build your future... Because it matters! McMillen, Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Manager to join our growing construction division! This position will be based out of our...
Project Manager - Heavy Civil Construction
- McMillen
- Dallas, TX
- 3 days ago
- McMillen
- Dallas, TX
- 3 days ago
Design a career and build your future... Because it matters! McMillen, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager to join our growing construction division! This position is required to travel to projects...
Business Development Manager - Industrial and Renewable Energy (Hybrid/Remote)
- The Erosion Company, LLC
- Raleigh, NC
- 3 days ago
- The Erosion Company, LLC
- Raleigh, NC
- 3 days ago
The Erosion Company (TEC) is currently hiring an Business Development Manager focused on Industrial, Renewable Energy, Data Center projects....
Remote Work
Solar Project Manager - Champaign, Illinois
- Harvest Solar
- Champaign, IL
- 4 days ago
- Harvest Solar
- Champaign, IL
- 4 days ago
Our purpose is to empower people to create and use renewable energy by providing them with the bestinclass service, products, and experience....
- MetroPower
- Warner Robins, GA
- 8 days ago
- MetroPower
- Warner Robins, GA
- 8 days ago
MetroPower is hiring an Electrical Project Manager in Atlanta, GA. The Senior Project Manager will be responsible for the safe and profitable execution of electrical projects under his/her...
Project Manager I or II, C&I (Electrical Construction)
- Henderson, CO
- 90+ days ago
- Henderson, CO
- 90+ days ago
About the Role: The Project Manager is responsible for cost estimates and general operational oversight of various commercial and industrial electrical construction projects. This location-based...
Project Manager - Hydropower Generation Job Details Black & Veatch Family of Companies
- Westlake, LA
- moments ago
- Westlake, LA
- moments ago
Project Manager - Hydropower Generation** Date: Jun 14, 2025 Location: Rancho Cordova, CA, US US Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies **Together, we own our company, our future, and our...
Sr. Design Build Project Manager - Water Services
- New Orleans, LA
- 1 hour ago
- New Orleans, LA
- 1 hour ago
40620BR** **Requisition ID:** 40620BR **Business Unit:** NAU **Job Description:** CDM Smith has an exciting, immediate opening for an experienced and driven client-focused strategic Design Build...
40853BR** **Requisition ID:** 40853BR **Business Unit:** IND **Job Description:** CDM Smith is seeking to fill an exciting position for a Project Manager in our established and growing power...
Experience developing, acquiring, performing due diligence, and negotiating definitive agreements for utility-scale renewable energy solutions including wind, solar and storage projects or other emerging...
distribution, pumping, storage, and treatment....
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- Organization
- Documentation
- Mentoring
- Business Development
- Procurement
- Stormwater Management
- Estimating
- Change Orders
- Contract Administration
- Microsoft Project
- Proposals
- Pre-Construction
- Primavera
- Collaboration
- Flexibility
- Job Costing
- Underground Utilities
- Budgets
- Engineering Design
- CPM Scheduling
- Sage Timberline
- Education Experience
- Reimbursement
- Project Closeout
- Civil Construction
- Professional Geologist
- Project Execution
- Wastewater
- Water Distribution
- Wastewater Management
- High Voltage
- Water Resources
- Environmental Engineering
- Energy Efficiency
- Geotechnical Engineering
- Power Generation
- Renewable Energy
- Geology
- Civil Engineering
- Solar Panels
- Project Development
- Cost Estimating
- Oil & Gas
- Construction Management
- Electrical
- Sustainability
- Specifications
- Engineering
- Distribution
- Driving
- Consulting
- Regulations
- Reporting
- Bachelor's Degree
- Sales
- Microsoft Office
- Project Management
- Problem Solving
- Microsoft Excel
- Staff Supervision
- Scheduling
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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