Utilities Project Manager Jobs in Georgia

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.

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Senior Project Manager - Water Treatment

  • Stantec
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 9 hours ago

Your Key Responsibilities As Senior Project Manager/ Engineer, you will be responsible for contributing to the delivery of successful water/wastewater municipal projects by helping to scope and manage...

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Project Manager, Field Services

  • Shermco
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 3 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 3 days ago

Shermco Industries is a founding member of NETA and has one of the largest field services divisions in the industry....

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Program Manager - A&I

  • Inframark
  • Norcross, GA
  • 6 days ago
  • Norcross, GA
  • 6 days ago

Coordinate resources across Engineering, Field Services, Manufacturing, and OT/Cyber; manage critical path....

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Senior SAP Program Manager - Oil & Gas

  • Kyndryl Holding Inc.
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 14 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 14 days ago

Who We Are At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward -...

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Program Manager, Key Accounts - Atlanta, GA

  • Waste Management
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 20 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 20 days ago

With innovative infrastructure and capabilities in recycling, organics and renewable energy, WM provides environmental solutions to and collaborates with its customers in helping them pursue their sustainability...

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Assistant Project Manager - Water Utilities and Public Works

  • INFRAMARK, LLC.
  • Tifton, GA
  • 23 days ago
  • Tifton, GA
  • 23 days ago

Full-Time Job Description: As an Assistant Project Manager with Inframark, you will manage the day-to-day activities of a team providing contract operations, maintenance, and management of water and/or wastewater...

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National Emergency Response Project Manager - Major Projects

  • Clean Harbors, Inc.
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 25 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 25 days ago

High school diploma or equivalent required, associates or bachelor's degree preferred. 10+ years of environmental field service operations experience or related....

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Principal Project Manager Water/Wastewater

  • Jacobs
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 30+ days ago

BS or MS Degree in an engineering discipline with a focus on water/wastewater systems and infrastructure....

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Engineering Program Manager - Technical Lead

  • Inframark
  • Norcross, GA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Norcross, GA
  • 30+ days ago

Plus, a minimum of 10+ years’ experience in the automation industry and field service functions, with 5 years of experience specifically in the municipal Water & Wastewater industry....

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Program Manager II - Technical Training (Natural Gas)

  • Liberty
  • Columbus, GA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Columbus, GA
  • 30+ days ago

LU Service Corp. Columbus, GA, US, 31901 Our purpose is sustaining energy and water for life, and it is demonstrated in everything we do as a business, and as an employee team. At Liberty, we hire...

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Geospatial Project Manager - Utilities

  • Surveying and Mapping, Inc
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 30+ days ago

Who We Are Founded in 1994, Surveying And Mapping, LLC (SAM) is a nationwide leader in geospatial and construction-phase solutions. With more than 50 offices and 1,600 professionals, we deliver...

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Program Manager - Wastewater Treatment Construction

  • Jacobs
  • Marietta, GA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Marietta, GA
  • 45+ days ago

Jacobs Water practice has a unique opportunity for a Program Manager to oversee water/wastewater treatment construction programs for municipal client organizations, executing program management processes...

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Program Manager - Wastewater Treatment Construction

  • Jacobs Solutions Inc.
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 45+ days ago

The Program Manager must have demonstrated project management and engineering expertise in water distribution systems, sanitary sewer collection systems, wastewater treatment facilities, pump station...

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Utility Development Program Manager

  • QTS Realty Trust, Inc.
  • GA
  • 60+ days ago
  • GA
  • 60+ days ago

The Utility Development Program Manager will be responsible for the overall planning and execution of QTS utility capacity needs portfolio wide. This leader will ultimately be responsible for...

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Project Manager- Water/Wastewater

  • Tetra Tech
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 90+ days ago

The Opportunity: Tetra Tech is seeking a Project Manager Water/Wastewater to join our Atlanta, GA team....

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Salary for Utilities Project Manager Jobs in Georgia

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Highest Education Level

Utilities Project Managers in Georgia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
42.4%
Master's Degree
28.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.2%
Associate's Degree
7.8%
High School or GED
6.7%
Doctorate Degree
3.7%
Some College
1.0%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Utilities Project Managers in Georgia
2-4 years
31.8%
4-6 years
31.8%
10+ years
13.6%
1-2 years
9.1%
8-10 years
4.5%
Less than 1 year
4.5%
None
4.5%


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