Distribution Project Manager

United Utility; Atlanta, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental/Vision insurance

HSA/FSAs

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Company holidays

Short/Long-term disability

Job summary

United Utility is seeking a Distribution Project Manager to plan, execute, and deliver utility distribution construction projects in a safe and compliant manner. You will oversee scope, budgets, schedules, resources, subcontractors, and client relationships to drive successful outcomes.

The role requires coordinating with operations, engineering, estimating, and leadership, driving progress, managing contracts, and ensuring OSHA compliance across sites in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Business, Engineering, Project Management, or related field.
• 5+ years of project management experience in utility construction or related industries.
• Experience managing project budgets, schedules, and customer expectations.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Project.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee distribution construction projects from initiation through closeout.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, schedules, and profitability.
• Coordinate resources, subcontractors, vendors, materials, and equipment.
• Lead project planning meetings and progress reviews.
• Monitor activities to ensure scope, quality, and safety standards are met.
• Prepare and present project status updates to customers and leadership.
• Review contracts, scope documents, and change orders.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, estimating, and business support teams.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Financial acumen

Multi-project management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

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About Us

Welcome to United Utility Services, a dynamic player in the electric utility industry. As a trailblazer, we provide comprehensive and innovative offerings that bolster power infrastructure investments across the U.S. We proudly serve as the parent company to industry-leading utility service contractors specializing in transmission, substation, distribution, and grid hardening projects. Our Core Values are clear and simple: Safety, Quality, Integrity, and Professionalism. At United Utility Services, we craft power delivery solutions – built safe, engineered smart, and driven by what customers demand – fueling communities with reliable energy. We are the best-in-class, trusted partner delivering customer-centric Power Delivery Construction and Engineering solutions.

The salary for this position is $120,000 - $130,000+ annually. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the role.

Location: Atlanta, GA

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options where applicable; 401(k) with company match; paid time off; company-paid holidays; and short and long-term disability.

Internal Employee Notice

This opportunity is being communicated internally in accordance with the Company’s Recruiting Transparency and Opportunity Notice process. Current employees are encouraged to apply through our careers page at https://unitedutility.com/careers

About the Role

The Distribution Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and successfully delivering utility distribution construction projects. This role manages project scope, schedules, budgets, resources, subcontractors, and client relationships while ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company and customer requirements. The Distribution Project Manager serves as the primary liaison between operations, construction teams, engineering, customers, and leadership to drive successful project outcomes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversee multiple distribution construction projects from initiation through closeout.
• Manage project budgets, forecasts, schedules, and profitability.
• Coordinate project resources, subcontractors, vendors, materials, and equipment.
• Lead project planning meetings and ongoing progress reviews.
• Monitor construction activities to ensure adherence to scope, quality, and safety standards.
• Track project milestones and proactively resolve issues affecting schedule, budget, or performance.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers and key stakeholders.
• Review contracts, project scope documents, work orders, and change orders.
• Prepare and present project status updates to customers and company leadership.
• Collaborate with operations, field supervision, engineering, estimating, and business support teams.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, customer requirements, and company safety policies.
• Manage project documentation, reporting, invoicing, and project closeout activities.
• Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and project execution processes.
• Support business development efforts through customer engagement and proposal reviews.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Business, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of project management experience in utility construction, infrastructure, telecommunications, power delivery, underground utilities, or related industries.
• Demonstrated experience managing project budgets, schedules, and customer expectations.
• Experience overseeing multiple concurrent projects.
• Strong understanding of construction practices and project delivery methods.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Project.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Experience supporting electric distribution, gas distribution, telecommunications, or underground utility projects.
• Experience managing self-performing and subcontractor workforces.
• Knowledge of project scheduling and cost control methodologies.
• Experience working in a fast-paced, customer-focused construction environment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Excellent communication and relationship management abilities.
• Strong financial and business acumen.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple competing deadlines.
• Effective negotiation and conflict-resolution skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Ability to interpret contracts, construction drawings, and project specifications.
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Working Conditions

• Combination of office, field, and customer-site environments.
• Regular travel to project locations.
• May require occasional evening or weekend work based on project demands.
• Exposure to active construction environments require appropriate PPE.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb, and navigate construction sites.
• Ability to occasionally lift to 25 pounds.
• Ability to work in varying weather and field conditions as necessary.

Ideal Backgrounds

This role would be well suited for candidates with experience in:

• Electric Utility Construction
• Power Distribution
• Underground Utility Construction
• Transmission & Distribution (T&D)
• EPC Project Delivery
• Utility Services Contracting

Application Deadline

This posting will remain open for a minimum of five (5) calendar days. The Company reserves the right to extend or close the posting based on business needs and applicable policy requirements.

Important Information

Applicants may be asked: “Are you currently employed by the Company?” For standard external opportunities, this question is used for applicant classification, reporting, and workforce analytics purposes only.

Recruiting Practices

We do not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from third-party recruiters or staffing firms. Resumes submitted without a signed, written agreement with the Company and outside the approved HR/Recruiter process will not be reviewed or considered, and the Company will not be responsible for any associated fees.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.