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Project Manager - Transmission and Distribution Construction
Location: Manchester/ Hooksett, New Hampshire
Job Type: Full-time; In-office
Position Overview
We are seeking a Project Manager to support the planning, coordination, and execution of utility construction projects, with a focus on transmission and distribution infrastructure. This individual will work closely with internal teams, field personnel, and project stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and in accordance with established schedules, budgets, and quality standards.
The ideal candidate brings experience in electrical or utility construction, strong project coordination skills, and the ability to work collaboratively across teams. This is an opportunity for a motivated project management professional to take ownership of projects, contribute to operational success, and grow into expanded leadership responsibilities over time.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate project activities from initial planning through execution and closeout, ensuring alignment with project scope, schedules, budgets, and quality requirements.
- Work closely with field teams, engineering, operations, subcontractors, and other stakeholders to maintain project progress and resolve issues.
- Monitor project schedules, costs, resources, and deliverables, identifying potential risks and developing solutions to keep work on track.
- Support project planning, resource coordination, material procurement, and construction sequencing.
- Maintain accurate project documentation, progress reports, change orders, and other project records.
- Communicate project updates, milestones, challenges, and resource needs to internal leadership and relevant stakeholders.
- Help ensure compliance with applicable safety standards, contractual requirements, and company procedures.
- Identify opportunities to improve project workflows, communication, and execution processes.
- Build strong working relationships across the organization and contribute to a collaborative, team-oriented environment.
- Take on increasing responsibility in project oversight and leadership as the business and project portfolio evolve.
Qualifications
- Experience in project management or project coordination within utility construction, electrical construction, or a related infrastructure environment.
- Exposure to transmission and distribution projects is strongly preferred; experience in substations, electrical infrastructure, or comparable construction environments will also be considered.
- Understanding of construction project schedules, budgets, resource allocation, and project documentation.
- Strong organizational, communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to coordinate multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail and project deadlines.
- A collaborative mindset and the ability to work effectively with field personnel, project teams, and leadership.
- Demonstrated initiative, accountability, and interest in developing into broader leadership responsibilities.
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Bonus opportunity.
- Paid time off, including vacation and sick leave.
- Medical insurance benefits, with applicable premium contributions.
- Travel requirements are expected to be limited.
The Opportunity
- This position offers the opportunity to contribute directly to utility construction projects while developing long-term relationships across project teams and company leadership. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to expand their project management capabilities and take on greater responsibility as the organization continues to grow.