Distribution Program Lead - High-Impact Client PM

LVI Associates; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

LVI Associates is seeking a Distribution Project Manager to support a growing portfolio of distribution engineering services, utility programs, and EPC projects across the United States. You will build client relationships, lead multidisciplinary teams, and guide program strategy, resource planning, and delivery execution with executive visibility.

The role emphasizes trusted advisory duties, cross-functional collaboration, and strategic growth initiatives, including proposal development and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
• 7+ years of project management experience supporting utility, distribution, infrastructure, or EPC-related projects.
• Experience managing client-facing projects and programs.
• Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience managing project scope, schedules, budgets, and deliverables.
• Ability to operate successfully in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead distribution engineering projects, utility programs, and EPC initiatives from planning through execution.
• Maintain accountability for scope, budget, schedule, quality, risk management, and overall project performance.
• Manage multiple projects and portfolios simultaneously while balancing competing priorities.
• Drive project execution strategies that support client objectives and operational goals.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for utility clients and key stakeholders.
• Build and maintain trusted, long-term client relationships.
• Lead project meetings, executive updates, and recurring client communications.
• Manage client expectations and facilitate decision-making throughout project delivery.
• Proactively identify challenges and develop solutions before they impact project performance.

Skills

Project management

Client-facing communication

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Scheduling management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience

Job description

LVI Associates is seeking a Distribution Project Manager to support a growing portfolio of distribution engineering services, utility programs, and EPC projects across the United States. You will build client relationships, lead multidisciplinary teams, and guide program strategy, resource planning, and delivery execution with executive visibility.

The role emphasizes trusted advisory duties, cross-functional collaboration, and strategic growth initiatives, including proposal development and