Electric Utility Department Manager

Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Permanent USD130,000 - USD165,000 per year Hybrid working View Job Description
Our client is seeking a Department Manager to join the Electric Utility Construction Services group based in Pennsylvania. The Department Manager will be responsible for overseeing the performance of multiple teams of Electric Construction Services employees which directly supports the execution of projects within local Utility Client's service territory in PA.
  • High-level, high impact - fully project lifecycle execution
  • Support major utility and industrial projects improving infrastructure across PA

About Our Client

Our client is a well established utility consultant specializing in project development, project execution and asset management for the heavy industrial sectors and utilities. Supporting some of the largest grid mod projects across the US, they have a long record of delivering complex, grid‑critical transmission, substation, distribution, and generation projects.

Job Description

Essential Functions Include, But Are Not Limited To

  • Oversee the refining/adapting/developing and execution of training processes, schedules, and materials. Track progress of training of new and existing team members via a collaborative effort with Orbital Program Management level staff.
  • Continuously evaluate team performance / capability, seeking new ways to leverage the teams' expertise and abilities.
  • Oversee the refining/developing of processes, policies, and management tools (custom developed software programs, forms, checklists, etc.) as needed to target areas requiring improvement. Ensure the enforcement of processes and policies to ensure team members are performing their responsibilities at an exceptional level.
  • Direct and/or provide leadership to personnel within the Electric Construction Services group to ensure that projects are delivered on time and on budget while accomplishing the goals and objectives of the projects.
  • Facilitate collaboration between team members and all other project stakeholders to help meet the overall objective of each project.
  • Frequently interface directly with clients and internal management staff to verify projects are executed in alignment with project scope and done so according to customer standards and engineered design.
  • Lead recurring meetings with internal and Client teams. Topics include safety, general updates on program initiatives, resource planning, and others.
  • Regularly work with internal stakeholders to verify team has necessary resources to remain productive and effective.
  • Oversee the development of customer proposals, including detailed technical scope, schedule, budget, and resource management. Includes development and management of project change orders and scope deviations.
  • Support the recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new team members.
  • Manage department financials and develop regular reports as requested by internal management.
  • Manage potential strategic initiatives or departmental risks with the support of internal management.



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Business Administration (Degree in Electrical Engineering preferred)
  • 10-15 years of management level experience
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
  • Experience managing multiple teams of employees and utilizing Program Management staff to ensure performance of individual team members
  • Ability to effectively communicate with current and new client representatives through use of interpersonal and written/verbal communication skills
  • Demonstrated ability to refine/adapt/develop and implement process improvements with measurable results in moving a departmental initiative forward



Preferred Education And Experience

  • Professional Engineer (PE) License
  • Thorough and working knowledge of electrical distribution assets and/or communication equipment construction
  • Ability to read and understand simple to complex project schedules and use such schedules as a tool to plan team member resources
  • Experience managing and overseeing project budgets (forecasts, accruals, etc.)
  • Knowledge or experience reading construction drawings and inspecting field conditions pre- and post-construction
  • In-depth understanding of electric utility construction equipment and means/methods as well as construction material management
  • Experience with project scheduling software (Primavera, MS Project)
  • Experience with project analytics software (QlikVIew, Power BI)

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary ranging from $130,000 to $165,000 per year.
  • Flexibility that works: Choose a hybrid or remote schedule that fits your life and projects
  • Access to medical, dental, and vision benefits.
  • Work on the largest Transmission, Grid Mod project in the US
  • Opportunity to work in a key role within the energy and natural resources sector.
  • A temporary position offering hands-on experience with impactful projects.
  • This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated Engineer to make a meaningful impact. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply
  • Opportunity to travel to project sites nationwide supporting major power delivery projects, with all travel expenses covered.
  • Work on high-impact transmission and substation infrastructure projects supporting grid modernization and reliability initiatives across the U.S.
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits available.
  • Join a firm consistently recognized as a "Top Place to Work" for five consecutive years, known for its collaborative engineering culture and commitment to employee development.



If you are an experienced Electric Utility Department Manager looking for a new challenge in Pennsylvania, apply now to join a rewarding and thriving organization.

Contact
Dom Delia
Quote job ref
JN-042026-7005612

Job summary

Sector
Renewable Energy
Sub Sector
Senior Project Engineer
Industry
Energy & Natural Resources
Location
Pennsylvania
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Dom Delia
Job Reference
JN-042026-7005612
Job Nature
Hybrid working