Utilities Project Manager Jobs in Massachusetts

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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Job Description: The Project Manager is responsible for the overall direction, completion, and financial outcome of a construction-management project. They are expected to lead, direct and...

Water/Wastewater Project Manager

  • Boston, MA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 4 hours ago

Job Description AECOMs Water Business Line is seeking a Water/Wastewater Project Manager with a passion for water, wastewater conveyance, treatment plant evaluation, design, and construction....

Description The Transmission System Planning Project Manager will support a broad range of studies and other consulting services to support power delivery utilities to make decisions backed by...

Engineering Program Manager

  • Washington, MA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Washington, MA
  • 21 hours ago

About us One team. Global challenges. Infinite opportunities. At Viasat, we're on a mission to deliver connections with the capacity to change the world. For more than 35 years, Viasat has helped...

Construction Project Manager - Washington D.C.

  • Washington, MA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Washington, MA
  • 21 hours ago

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION The Construction Project Manager oversees and coordinates all daily site activities of large-scale, energy efficiency-focused commercial construction projects....

Conveyance Project Manager

  • Washington, MA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Washington, MA
  • 21 hours ago

You will primarily be working on water and wastewater related projects through collaboration with a wide range of technical disciplines....

Program Manager, Asset Management Technology (Hybrid)

  • Westwood, MA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Westwood, MA
  • 21 hours ago

Program Manager, Asset Management Technology (Hybrid) 04/28/2025 Locations: Hartford, Connecticut; Westwood, Massachusetts; Manchester, New Hampshire This is a hybrid role. The first three months...

Program Manager Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 1 day ago

PROGRAM MANAGER, Civil and Environmental Engineering - Concrete Sustainability Hub ( CSHub ), to oversee the operations and administration of diverse projects; foster an ecosystem of individual...

Program Manager, Chemistry (Water Quality)

  • Southborough, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Southborough, MA
  • 1 day ago

POSITION: Program Manager, Chemistry (Water Quality) DIVISION: Operations DEPARTMENT: Water Quality UNION/GRADE: Unit 9/Grade 29 TO VIEW OUR BENEFITS PLEASE CLICK ON THE LINK! - BASIC PURPOSE:...

ES Project Manager

  • Norfolk, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Norfolk, MA
  • 1 day ago

As demand for renewable energy continues to grow, we have 70 landfill gas-to-energy projects in operation and plan to expand our portfolio to 115 projects by 2028....

Advanced Project Manager

  • Norwell, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Norwell, MA
  • 1 day ago

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouses mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable...

Remote Work

Program Manager

  • Cambridge, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 2 days ago

PROGRAM MANAGER, Civil and Environmental Engineering - Concrete Sustainability Hub ( CSHub ), to oversee the operations and administration of diverse projects; foster an ecosystem of individual...

Senior Program Manager, Engineering

  • Raynham, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Raynham, MA
  • 3 days ago

Establish rigorous governance for an entire portfolio of projects; provide organization, leadership, and guidance to project/program managers and serve on business teams, as assigned....

North America Nuclear Business Development Manager

  • Boston, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 4 days ago

As our Business Development Manager (BDM) for North America, you will be responsible for positioning Emerson's portfolio of nuclear qualified pressure instruments to capture customer demands tied...

Remote Work

Program Manager, Operational Technology (OT) Network

  • Chelsea, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Chelsea, MA
  • 4 days ago

POSITION: Program Manager, Operational Technology (OT) Network DIVISION: Operations DEPARTMENT: SCADA - Water/Wastewater UNION/GRADE: Unit 9/Grade 29 TO VIEW OUR BENEFITS PLEASE CLICK ON THE LINK!...

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Salary for Utilities Project Manager Jobs in Massachusetts

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Highest Education Level

Utilities Project Managers in Massachusetts offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
42.5%
Master's Degree
28.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.2%
Associate's Degree
7.6%
High School or GED
7.0%
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 Massachusetts
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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