Distribution Project Manager
Distribution Project Manager
Leading Employee-Owned Power Delivery Consulting Firm | Hybrid
The Opportunity
A rapidly growing power delivery organization is seeking a Distribution Project Manager to support a diverse portfolio of distribution engineering services, utility programs, and EPC projects across the United States.
This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a client-facing environment and enjoys owning projects from kickoff through completion. You'll work directly with utility clients, engineering teams, and business leaders to deliver successful project outcomes while helping drive the continued growth of a nationally recognized distribution practice.
Beyond traditional project management, this role offers the opportunity to influence delivery strategy, support business growth initiatives, and play a key role in shaping a rapidly expanding business unit.
What You'll Do
Project Leadership & Delivery
- Lead the execution of distribution engineering projects, utility programs, and EPC initiatives
- Manage project scope, schedule, budget, quality, risk, and client satisfaction
- Drive project performance while maintaining alignment with client objectives
- Manage multiple projects, programs, and portfolios simultaneously
Client Relationship Management
- Serve as the primary point of contact for utility clients and project stakeholders
- Build and maintain long-term client relationships through successful project delivery
- Lead project meetings, reporting, and stakeholder communications
- Coordinate scope alignment, schedule expectations, and change management activities
- Identify and resolve issues before they impact project delivery
Team Leadership & Coordination
- Lead multidisciplinary project teams including engineering, project coordination, and contractor resources
- Partner with technical and business leaders on staffing and resource planning
- Support the development of junior project management professionals
- Foster collaboration and accountability across project teams
Business Growth & Strategic Planning
- Support proposal development, project pursuits, and strategic initiatives
- Identify opportunities to expand client relationships and generate repeat business
- Contribute to scalable project delivery processes and operational improvements
- Assist with long-term planning and growth strategies across the distribution organization
Financial & Risk Management
- Monitor budgets, forecasts, and project financial performance
- Manage project risks and mitigation plans
- Oversee project changes and contractual considerations
- Support portfolio-level planning and resource forecasting
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
- 5+ years of project management experience supporting utility, distribution, EPC, or infrastructure projects
- Experience leading client-facing projects and programs
- Strong communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills
- Experience managing project scope, schedules, budgets, and delivery
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
- Experience supporting electric utility distribution programs
- Investor-owned utility (IOU) experience
- EPC project delivery experience
- PMP certification
- Experience with utility capital programs and infrastructure investments
- Proven success developing long-term client relationships
Why Join?
Help Shape a Growing Business
This organization continues to invest heavily in its distribution practice, providing Project Managers with the opportunity to influence project delivery, client relationships, and long-term growth strategies.
Lead Major Utility Programs
Work directly with some of the largest utility clients in the country on projects tied to grid modernization, reliability improvements, system hardening, and electrification initiatives.
High Visibility Role
Project Managers are trusted advisors who work closely with both clients and executive leadership, creating opportunities to directly influence project outcomes and business decisions.
Strong Career Advancement
Clear pathways exist into Senior Project Management, Program Management, Operations Leadership, and Business Unit Leadership positions.
Employee-Owned Culture
Employees share in the success of the organization through an ownership-focused culture built around accountability, collaboration, and long-term growth.
Diverse and Meaningful Work
Support engineering services, capital programs, and EPC projects across multiple clients, technologies, and regions while helping modernize the electric grid.
Flexible Work Environment
Enjoy hybrid flexibility, professional development opportunities, and the ability to work on projects that make a lasting impact on communities nationwide.
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