Project Manager (Power Utility)

Job Title: Project Manager/Engineer/Coordinator in Power Utility

Job Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Project Manager, Project Engineer, or Project Coordinator to lead complex utility projects from initiation through closeout. These projects involve a variety of low voltage distribution work, both overhead and underground. The successful candidate will work with cross-functional teams, clients, and regulatory stakeholders to ensure that scope, schedule, and budget expectations are met or exceeded.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of project management: planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout.
• Coordinate internal and external resources to ensure project execution.
• Track and manage project budgets, schedules, and risks.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients and project stakeholders.
• Prepare status reports, forecasts, and presentations for clients and leadership.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, safety protocols, and industry standards.
• Mentor and support project team members including coordinators and field staff.
• Monitor projects from conception to completion, ensuring all steps are completed in a timely manner.
• Reach out to other departments for projects with barriers to completion and escalate as needed.
• Collaborate with area LVD Planning Engineering Managers, LVD designers, and other teams to balance workplan completion, resources, and new business workload.
• Manage project scheduling within allocated hours to ensure Low Voltage Distribution (LVD) jobs are considered.
• Coordinate re-designs with local design partners and modify dates for notification, orders, and tasks when re-design is required.
• Work with Project Engineer and the overall statewide workplan to balance the workplan with budget and resource availability.
• Provide weekly updates to Program Managers and Directors on project statuses.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or General Business, or 2 years of relevant experience.
• 2 years of project management and utility experience.
• PMP certification or equivalent preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Excel, Power BI, and SharePoint.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience related to utility work including LVD, substation, transmission, and natural gas.
• Experience in underground utility and commercial or industrial construction projects.

Work Environment

2/3 days a week you will be on site at the local Consumers Energy location and the other 2/3 days you would either work from home or perform site visit check ins. The organization is experiencing consistent growth, has a strong partnership with major energy companies, and is committed to investing in its business. The position offers opportunities to help grow the team and potentially make department-wide decisions. A highly competitive benefits package is available, and relocation assistance is offered.

This is a Contract position based out of Jackson, MI.

The pay range for this position is $38.46 - $48.08/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Jackson,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Mar 27, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $38 - $48