What are the responsibilities and job description for the Work Management Specialist, Purchase Orders position at United Utility Services?
About Us
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: 10/22/2026 Minimum Date Posted: 10/30/2026
The salary for this position is paid at an hourly range of $21.63- $28.85. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the role.
Location: Commerce City, CO (in office)
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 Work Management Specialist, Purchase Orders is responsible for maintaining accurate and timely tracking of purchase orders throughout their lifecycle. This position monitors PO values, key dates, commitments, remaining balances, and change orders to ensure purchase orders accurately reflect current project and operational requirements.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, financially disciplined, and proactive in identifying PO issues before they affect billing, purchasing, project execution, or financial reporting.
The specialist works closely with Operations, Project Controls, Billing, and external customers to resolve purchasing discrepancies, maintain visibility into committed costs, and support timely invoice processing.
The role is expected to proactively identify funding issues, recommend corrective actions, and ensure project financial information is complete, accurate, and appropriately reflected in the company's financial reporting.
Key Responsibilities
Purchase Order Tracking & Management
At United Utility, we are committed to creating a workplace that celebrates diversity and inclusion. We welcome candidates of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to apply. Your unique skills and talents will be valued and embraced as we work together to achieve our mission of providing safe and reliable power infrastructure solutions. Join us in shaping the future of the electric utility industry!
If you are passionate about safety, possess the required qualifications, and are excited to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply. Together, let's power a brighter and safer future for all.
Work Environment / Physical Requirements
This position is primarily office-based utilizing all standard office equipment. Must have the ability to sit or stand for periods of time.
Additional Notes
Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice based on business needs. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications.
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.
We do not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from third-party recruiters or staffing firms. Resumes submitted without a signed, written agreement with the Company and outside the approved HR/Recruiter process will not be reviewed or considered, and the Company will not be responsible for any associated fees.
Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, please contact
Email: HRSC@unitedutility.com
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.
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: 10/22/2026 Minimum Date Posted: 10/30/2026
The salary for this position is paid at an hourly range of $21.63- $28.85. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the role.
Location: Commerce City, CO (in office)
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 Work Management Specialist, Purchase Orders is responsible for maintaining accurate and timely tracking of purchase orders throughout their lifecycle. This position monitors PO values, key dates, commitments, remaining balances, and change orders to ensure purchase orders accurately reflect current project and operational requirements.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, financially disciplined, and proactive in identifying PO issues before they affect billing, purchasing, project execution, or financial reporting.
The specialist works closely with Operations, Project Controls, Billing, and external customers to resolve purchasing discrepancies, maintain visibility into committed costs, and support timely invoice processing.
The role is expected to proactively identify funding issues, recommend corrective actions, and ensure project financial information is complete, accurate, and appropriately reflected in the company's financial reporting.
Key Responsibilities
Purchase Order Tracking & Management
- Maintain a centralized PO tracking log for active projects, customers, vendors, and/or business units.
- Track original PO values, approved changes, revised PO values, invoiced amounts, committed costs, and remaining balances.
- Monitor PO start dates, expiration dates, required completion dates, and other contractual milestones.
- Identify POs approaching their authorized value or expiration date and notify the appropriate stakeholders.
- Ensure PO documentation is complete, current, and organized.
- Maintain a detailed log of all pending and approved PO change orders.
- Track change-order submission dates, requested amounts, approval status, approval dates, and revised PO values.
- Coordinate with operations, project management, finance, customers, and vendors to resolve outstanding change orders.
- Follow up on pending change orders to prevent delays in billing or project execution.
- Verify approved changes are accurately reflected in the applicable PO and internal tracking systems.
- Maintain supporting documentation and a clear audit trail for all PO revisions.
- Provide recurring reports showing PO status, remaining balances, upcoming expirations, and outstanding change orders.
- Partner with project managers and operations leadership to understand upcoming PO requirements and anticipated changes.
- Work with accounting and finance teams to support accurate billing and financial reporting.
- Communicate PO status and outstanding requirements clearly to internal and external stakeholders.
- Assist with documentation requests and PO-related audits or reconciliations.
- 2 years of experience in purchase order administration, project coordination, accounting support, procurement, or preferred similar role.
- Strong Excel skills and experience maintaining detailed financial trackers.
- Ability to manage multiple POs, deadlines, and change requests simultaneously.
- Strong attention to detail and comfort working with financial data.
- Excellent follow-up, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to identify discrepancies and proactively drive issues to resolution.
- Experience in construction, utilities, infrastructure, or project-based operations is preferred.
- Maintain appropriate supporting documentation and audit trails for significant project accounting estimates and adjustments.
At United Utility, we are committed to creating a workplace that celebrates diversity and inclusion. We welcome candidates of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to apply. Your unique skills and talents will be valued and embraced as we work together to achieve our mission of providing safe and reliable power infrastructure solutions. Join us in shaping the future of the electric utility industry!
If you are passionate about safety, possess the required qualifications, and are excited to make a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply. Together, let's power a brighter and safer future for all.
Work Environment / Physical Requirements
This position is primarily office-based utilizing all standard office equipment. Must have the ability to sit or stand for periods of time.
Additional Notes
Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice based on business needs. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications.
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.
We do not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from third-party recruiters or staffing firms. Resumes submitted without a signed, written agreement with the Company and outside the approved HR/Recruiter process will not be reviewed or considered, and the Company will not be responsible for any associated fees.
Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, please contact
Email: HRSC@unitedutility.com
Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.
Salary : $21 - $25