Utilities Project Manager Jobs in Pennsylvania

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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Project Manager-Industrial Water/Wastewater

  • Honeywell Aerospace
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 2 days ago

Project Manager-Industrial Water/Wastewater Pittsburgh, PA 1 DAYS AGO 22607804 Summary Pittsburgh, PA In-Person Competitive Salary 8 Years Experience High school graduate or equivalency certificate...

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Senior Project Manager - Utility Transmission, Distribution Line and Substation Projects

  • Qualus Power Services Corp
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 5 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 5 days ago

services....

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Utilities Right of Way Project Manager

  • Try
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 6 days ago

We are excited to be part of the renewable energy forefront for wind and solar projects....

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Manager, Energy & Facilities (Maintenance)

  • Vanguard
  • Eddystone, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Eddystone, PA
  • 6 days ago

Ensure compliance with energy and utility regulations and build/maintain an energy management system aligned with ISO 50001....

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Sr. Project Manager - EPC

  • Eaton Corporation
  • Moon Township, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Moon Township, PA
  • 6 days ago

services organizations....

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Senior Project Manager

  • Qualus
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 8 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 8 days ago

services....

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Advanced Project Manager, PCS/Rod Control

  • Westinghouse Electric Company
  • Warrendale, PA
  • 8 days ago
  • Warrendale, PA
  • 8 days 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...

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Program Manager Capacity & Allocation

  • Mission Critical Group
  • Harleysville, PA
  • 12 days ago
  • Harleysville, PA
  • 12 days ago

Company Description Mission Critical Group (MCG ) is an end-to-end power solutions and services provider that accelerates time-to-power and delivers scalable, resilient infrastructure for mission...

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Manager, Energy Efficiency

  • Link Logistics Real Estate Holdco LLC
  • Fort Washington, PA
  • 13 days ago
  • Fort Washington, PA
  • 13 days ago

The Manager, Energy Efficiency is responsible for overseeing day-to-day execution and continuous improvement of energy efficiency programs, including customer engagement and interaction supported by...

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New Plant I&C Project Manager

  • Westinghouse Electric Company, LLC
  • Warrendale, PA
  • 13 days ago
  • Warrendale, PA
  • 13 days ago

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

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Program Manager - Residential, Energy Efficiency

  • CLEAResult
  • Allentown, PA
  • 20 days ago
  • Allentown, PA
  • 20 days ago

The Senior Program Manager will lead CLEAResults implementation of the Act 129 Residential Energy Efficiency Programs in Eastern Pennsylvania....

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Program Manager - C&I Energy Efficiency

  • CLEAResult
  • Allentown, PA
  • 21 days ago
  • Allentown, PA
  • 21 days ago

The Senior Program Manager will lead CLEAResults implementation of the Act 129 Business (C&I) Energy Efficiency Programs for a utility in Eastern Pennsylvania....

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Principal Project Manager, Digital Services

  • Westinghouse Electric Company
  • Cranberry Township, PA
  • 21 days ago
  • Cranberry Township, PA
  • 21 days 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...

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Sr. Project Manager

  • Westinghouse Nuclear
  • Warrendale, PA
  • 22 days ago
  • Warrendale, PA
  • 22 days ago

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

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Senior Project Manager - Power Generation

  • Airline Hydraulics Corporation
  • PA
  • 22 days ago
  • PA
  • 22 days ago

service engineerRun project close out meetings with project stakeholders and management to go over wins, losses, and lessons learned throughout the projectOther duties as assigned Requirements:Minimum...

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Salary for Utilities Project Manager Jobs in Pennsylvania

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Highest Education Level

Utilities Project Managers in Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania
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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