Transmission Project Manager - Hybrid

Job Description

About the Company

An engineering firm of 50 plus years is seeking a Project Manager in the field of Electric Utilities to join a Project Management Team based out of their Pittsburgh, PA location. 

We are primarily seeking candidates who reside in the greater Pittsburgh area, to include western Pennsylvania, eastern Ohio or northern West Virginia and have prior experience on Electrical Substation, Transmission or Distribution projects. 

The role will entail performing various project management processes/activities through all stages, from project inception through closeout. Project types primarily include Transmission substation and line projects (greenfield, brownfield rebuilds/expansions, equipment/asset replacements/upgrades, etc.) throughout Western Pennsylvania.

Intermittent travel is required, typically consisting of 2-4 on-site project meetings per month, but will be dictated by project schedules and scope. Work from home capability will be dependent on candidate experience and candidate preference.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

• At all times, work with team members to ensure complete compliance with all safety procedures at site. Report safety compliance issues and safety incidents to the client. Work with team member / crew supervision to stop unsafe activities.
• Drive project tasks to completion. Project Manager is expected to learn the regular responsibilities of the role and complete tasks in a timely manner as required based on project stage at his/her own discretion.  Individual should be self-motivated and willing to take responsibility for all tasks.
• Host and/or attend regularly scheduled project meetings to maintain working knowledge of project status and gather information needed to complete required tasks. Project Manager will be responsible for tasks ranging from monitoring schedule for adherence to managing material orders to completing regular project checklists to tracking project as-builts, and so on.
• Project Manager will be expected to participate in on-site field walkdowns and must be willing and able to contribute to project goals/objectives in a group setting.
• Project Manager will be expected to provide input to improve processes/procedures as appropriate to maximize efficiency and performance of the Project Team as a cohesive unit.
• In general, occasionally climb ladders and lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Demonstrate ability in daily task planning, strategic task planning, as well as understanding of determining priorities amongst multiple projects
• Willing to ask questions and seek training required to execute and supplement knowledge required to properly execute tasks
• Will be expected to learn and use multiple software systems as required

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Related Field
• 8-10 Years Project Management Experience
• Experience in Electric Utility Transmission and Distribution
• Must exhibit strong written and verbal communication capabilities.
• Must exhibit ability to perform financial planning and forecasting
• Must be competent in basic computer programs (Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe).
• Must be competent in scheduling software (P6) and provide schedule updates as required.
• Must be organized, self-motivated, and detail oriented.
• Must be able to work well in a group setting and manage simultaneous tasks.
• Must be willing to travel as needed. Travel and lodging costs are reimbursable.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and personal vehicle to frequent construction sites.
• This position requires the ability to pass a post-offer drug (including marijuana) and alcohol test in compliance with Federal regulations and is also subject to random testing as a condition of continued employment.

Kintec Search is a provider of talent to the construction, engineering and renewable energy industries throughout the United States. We hold established relationships with major developers, contractors, architects and engineering firms to help them identify the best talent on the market.

Kintec Search is a provider of talent to the construction, engineering and renewable energy industries throughout the United States. We hold established relationships with major developers, contractors, architects and engineering firms to help them identify the best talent on the market.