Utility Project Manager

San Diego, California Permanent USD130,000 - USD180,000 per year View Job Description
This position will offer you the opportunity to manage the execution of multiple transmission, substation, and distribution projects - spanning both brownfield (existing site upgrades) and greenfield (new site development) environments across power levels ranging from 69 kV up to 500+ kV. You will coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless life‑cycle management of capital project execution.
  • Lead 69-500kV T&D projects in a boutique team with Fortune‑500 expertise.
  • Hybrid role managing brownfield/greenfield work with top utility clients.

About Our Client

A nationally respected, Fortune‑500‑caliber engineering and EPC powerhouse, this firm is widely regarded as one of the most influential technical leaders in the power delivery, energy, and critical infrastructure sectors. Operating for more than a century, the company is recognized for its deep bench of multidisciplinary engineers, industry‑defining technical standards, and a long record of delivering complex, grid‑critical transmission, substation, distribution, and generation projects for major utilities across North America

Job Description

Responsibilities include:

  • Responsible for full project execution, contract administration, planning, and resource management across brownfield and greenfield utility infrastructure.
  • Take ownership of all aspects of project performance - including safety, schedule, budget, reporting, and client experience - through the entire project life cycle.
  • Accountable for all phases of the project life cycle: initiation, planning, execution, monitoring/controlling, and closeout.
  • Manage and direct the project team to ensure accountability; provide mentorship and coaching to team members.
  • Develop and maintain strong working relationships with client functional leads and stakeholders.
  • Lead efforts to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget across transmission (69-500+ kV), substation, and distribution scopes.
  • Support reporting of key performance indicators, including schedule, budget, and other dashboard metrics.
  • Identify and control construction risks, including those unique to energized/brownfield environments.
  • Recognize, track, and manage scope changes and associated impacts.
  • Communicate effectively and consult with appropriate stakeholders and supervisors.
  • Prepare clear, concise project documentation and reports that meet client requirements.
  • Analyze issues and provide solutions to improve project performance and overall results

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

A successful Utility Project Manager should have:

  • 10+ years of experience in Project Management of Utility, Construction, Engineering, or other relevant experience
  • Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary teams
  • Experience with serving as a firm/client liaison in a support or lead role
  • Ability to multitask and manage multiple competing priorities is critical to success
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work in a collaborative team setting
  • Comfortable with approximately 10-25% domestic travel



Valued but not required skills and experience:

  • A BS in Construction Management, Business, Engineering, or similar degree
  • Engineering design experience is a plus
  • PMP Certification is a plus
  • Construction/field knowledge or experience is a plus



What's on Offer

  • Competitive annual salary ranging from $130,000 to $180,000 USD.
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development within the energy and natural resources department.
  • A supportive company culture that values innovation and collaboration.
  • A permanent position located in San Diego, offering a great work-life balance.



If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Utility Project Manager, we encourage you to apply today!

Contact
Jackson Edwards
Quote job ref
JN-062026-7047800

Job summary

Sector
Power & Energy
Sub Sector
Project Manager
Industry
Energy & Natural Resources
Location
San Diego
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Jackson Edwards
Job Reference
JN-062026-7047800