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Project Manager

The Fountain Group
Madison, WI Contractor
POSTED ON 10/9/2026 CLOSED ON 10/14/2026

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Senior Project Manager

Pay: $80-$94/hr

Location: Madison, WI (frequent travel to Prairie du Sac, WI)

Duration: 4-year contract assignment


Job Summary

We are seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead a large, complex hydroelectric dam maintenance project from planning through execution and closeout. Based out of the Madison General Office, this role will require frequent travel to the project site in Prairie du Sac, Wisconsin.


Key Responsibilities

  • Lead complex hydroelectric dam maintenance projects, managing scope, schedule, budget, resources, and project risks.
  • Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, deliverables, performance measures, and execution strategies.
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams, contractors, consultants, regulators, and internal stakeholders.
  • Manage project contracts in collaboration with sourcing and ensure work is completed safely, to specifications, and within established schedules.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable FERC regulations and other regulatory requirements, including project documentation and reporting.
  • Monitor project performance, identify risks, resolve complex issues, and communicate project status and decisions to stakeholders.
  • Oversee project readiness, training, operational handoff, documentation, financial closeout, and resource transitions.
  • Evaluate project feasibility, costs, benefits, and business value to support informed decision-making.
  • Mentor team members in project management, change management, and project delivery practices.
  • Support strategic business initiatives that improve project execution, operational performance, and service reliability.


Required Qualifications

  • Active PMP certification is required.
  • Minimum of 9 years of project management experience leading large, complex construction projects.
  • Experience with dam or marine construction and maintenance, power generation, or similar infrastructure projects in a regulated environment.
  • Strong experience in project planning, scheduling, cost management, risk management, contract management, and project controls.
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and coordinate with contractors, regulators, and other external stakeholders.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Structural, or Mechanical Engineering preferred.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) licensure in Wisconsin.
  • Dam Safety Engineer (DSE) background.
  • Experience with PMI-based project management practices and project governance.


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Salary : $80 - $94

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