Construction Manager

Akkodis; Oak Brook (IL); Hybrid; USD 171,924,000 - 186,252,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Commuter benefits

401K plan

Job summary

Akkodis is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead Utility Transmission and Substation projects from initiation through closeout. This role requires coordinating cross-functional teams, managing scope, schedule, and budget, and delivering projects on time and within requirements.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of PM experience, CAPM or PMP certification, and a strong background in Utility Transmission or Substation programs. Hybrid work in Oakbrook Terrace, IL with a 12-month contract.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering or construction-related field.
• CAPM or PMP certification required.
• 5+ years project management experience (10+ preferred).
• Experience in Utility Transmission or Substation projects.
• Strong understanding of full project lifecycle management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Project.
• Excellent organizational and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong financial and budget management experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage the complete project lifecycle from planning through execution and closeout.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Microsoft Project.
• Monitor project budgets, forecasts, and financial performance.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders, engineering teams, contractors, and clients to ensure successful project execution.
• Identify project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and resolve issues proactively.
• Track project milestones, deliverables, and overall performance.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, safety requirements, and project governance.
• Prepare and present project status updates to leadership and stakeholders.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Project scheduling

Risk management

Cross-functional coordination

Microsoft Project

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management or related technical discipline

CAPM or PMP certification

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

Akkodis is currently recruiting for a Senior Project Manager (Utility Transmission/Substation) role in Oakbrook Terrace IL 60181 for 12 months contract.

Title: Senior Project Manager (Utility Transmission/Substation)

Location: Oakbrook Terrace IL 60181- Hybrid

Duration: 12 months project

Pay: $60-65/hr on W2 (The pay rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors)

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead utility Transmission and Substation projects from initiation through completion. The ideal candidate will have strong project lifecycle management experience, financial oversight capabilities, and the ability to coordinate cross-functional teams while ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the complete project lifecycle from planning through execution and closeout.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules using Microsoft Project.
• Monitor project budgets, forecasts, and financial performance.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders, engineering teams, contractors, and clients to ensure successful project execution.
• Identify project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and resolve issues proactively.
• Track project milestones, deliverables, and overall performance.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, safety requirements, and project governance.
• Prepare and present project status updates to leadership and stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline.
• CAPM or PMP certification required.
• 5+ years of project management experience (10+ years preferred).
• Experience managing Utility Transmission or Substation projects.
• Strong understanding of full project lifecycle management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Project.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong financial and budget management experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical degree or construction background.
• Experience working in utility or energy environments.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and cross-functional teams.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers