Project Manager II

Welcome to United Utility Services, a dynamic player in the electric utility industry. As a trailblazer, we provide comprehensive and innovative offerings that bolster power infrastructure investments across the U.S. We proudly serve as the parent company to industry-leading utility service contractors specializing in transmission, substation, distribution, and grid hardening projects. Our Core Values are clear and simple: Safety, Quality, Integrity, and Professionalism. At United Utility Services, we craft power delivery solutions – built safe, engineered smart, and driven by what customers demand – fueling communities with reliable energy. We are the best-in-class, trusted partner delivering customer-centric Power Delivery Construction and Engineering solutions.

Date Posted: 5/7/2026 Minimum Date Posted: 5/12/2026

Location: Commerce City, CO

The salary range for this position is $145,000.00 - $170,000.00 annually. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the role.

Benefits

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options where applicable; 401(k) with company match; paid time off; company-paid holidays; and short and long-term disability.

How To Apply

Candidates may apply by clicking the "apply" button in this posting which is hosted on our careers page at https://unitedutility.com/careers

Internal Employee Notice

This opportunity is being communicated internally in accordance with the Company’s Recruiting Transparency and Opportunity Notice process.Current employees are encouraged to apply through our careers page at https://unitedutility.com/careers

About The Role 

The Project Manager II will play a crucial role in leading and executing Transmission and Substation power delivery projects from inception to completion. This role demands a proactive and organized professional with exceptional communication a technical skill. This is a customer facing position performed at the customer site.

Key Responsibilities 

• Advanced knowledge of the transmission system, engineering principles, electric operating practices, construction practices, land requirements and regulations, budgeting, scheduling, and general business practices.
• Evaluate progress, identify problem areas, evaluate alternatives, and execute viable solutions.
• Oversee project costs over time. schedules, work plans, and budgets lead team efforts, identify critical paths, and resolve conflict.
• Enhance and maintain professional working relationships with internal and external clients.
• Lead projects involving multiple work groups and departments.
• Communicate effectively at all levels, including executives, management, supervision, covered employees, contract employees, business leaders, and customers.
• Present project communications to internal and external audiences.
• Oversee and guide financial analysis, manage capital budgets and provide accurate budget projections.
• Develop and manage multiple project schedules, work plans, and budgets.
• Support in contract administration.
  
  

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, finance, Business or the equivalent degree.
• 5-10 years of experience managing major engineering/procurement construction activities.
• Analytical thinking capability – knowledge of distribution line, substation projects, and transmission would be preferred. Comparable experience in Generation will be considered.
• Experience working in a matrix organization.
• 5-10 years of experience managing projects requiring public and regulatory approvals.
• Demonstrated ability to investigate and solve problems, analyze data, write reports, and make presentations.
• Possesses the ability to cope with deadlines, manage time, set priorities, define roles and responsibilities, and make decisions.
• Ability to run meetings, motivate others, and interact with others at all levels of the organization.
• The ability to schedule, plan and manage numerous complex transmission projects concurrently.
• Self-starter with strong communication skills, including listening, speaking, and writing skills.
• Individual leadership abilities, planning skills, decisiveness, and customer focus.
• Advanced Knowledge of Project Management principles and practices.
• Excellent leadership, teambuilding, coaching, problem solving, interpersonal and motivational skills required.
• Ability to develop skills to prepare presentations and expert witness testimony for local and state regulatory presentations.
  
  

Key Nice-To-Haves 

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus.
  
  

Application Deadline

This posting will remain open for a minimum of five (5) calendar days. The Company reserves the right to extend or close the posting based on business needs and applicable policy requirements.

Important Information

Applicants may be asked:

“Are you currently employed by the Company?”

For standard external opportunities, this question is used for applicant classification, reporting, and workforce analytics purposes only.

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, please contact

email: HRSC@unitedutility.com

Equal Opportunity Employer is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.