Associate Project Manager - Power Utility Construction

Henkels & McCoy, Inc.; Center Square (PA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job summary

Henkels & McCoy, Inc. (H&M) is seeking an Assoc Project Manager to support the execution of power utility construction projects. This role bridges field operations and senior project management, providing hands-on coordination and cost monitoring for distribution, transmission, and substation work.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years in construction with utility experience and foundational knowledge of project controls. The position requires office and on-site work with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
• 2–4 years in construction with at least 1 year in project coordination or field support within utility sectors.
• Familiarity with construction drawings, specs, and utility standards (NESC, NEC).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; exposure to scheduling tools is a plus.
• Understanding of earned value tracking and project performance indicators.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; able to travel.
• OSHA 10/30, CPR/First Aid certifications.
• Experience with investor-owned utilities or municipal power agencies.

Responsibilities

• Support Project Managers in planning, executing, and closing utility construction projects, including overhead/underground distribution and transmission systems.
• Coordinate day-to-day activities with field supervisors, subcontractors, and vendors to maintain progress and resolve issues.
• Monitor project schedules and budgets; assist in tracking progress against baseline and using earned value principles for performance evaluation.
• Assist with the preparation of project documentation such as work plans, RFIs, submittals, change orders, and closeout packages.
• Conduct site visits to assess progress, ensure safety compliance, and verify quality standards.
• Participate in internal and client-facing project meetings; document and distribute meeting notes and action items.
• Assist in reviewing invoices, tracking project costs, and preparing billing documentation.

Skills

Project coordination

Documentation

Scheduling

Budget tracking

Client meetings

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Procore

Job description

Henkels & McCoy, Inc. (H&M) is seeking an Assoc Project Manager to support the execution of power utility construction projects. This role bridges field operations and senior project management, providing hands-on coordination and cost monitoring for distribution, transmission, and substation work.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years in construction with utility experience and foundational knowledge of project controls. The position requires office and on-site work with travel as needed.