Distribution Project Manager JN -092026-181529

Goodwin Recruiting; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid Time Off and holidays

Long-term project stability

Opportunity to work on critical energy

Energy infrastructure projects

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking a Distribution Project Manager to support a long-term capital improvement program for a major electric utility. The role focuses on managing electrical distribution construction projects across New Jersey and Eastern Pennsylvania, including planning, engineering coordination, and construction oversight.

This position offers stability for 5–10 years with room for growth. Candidates must have utility transmission/distribution and substation experience (34.5 kV to 500

Qualifications

• All applicants MUST HAVE - Utility electric transmission/distribution and substation experience 34.5 kV to 500 kV

Responsibilities

• Manage 10-20 electrical distribution projects simultaneously from initiation through completion
• Review project scope and develop project execution plans with engineering and client stakeholders
• Coordinate engineering design, procurement, and construction activities
• Manage contractor bid processes and develop RFP packages
• Lead pre-construction meetings and ongoing project progress meetings
• Monitor project schedules and coordinate work sequencing with engineering and field teams
• Track project budgets, financial forecasts, and accruals
• Coordinate permitting approvals and regulatory documentation
• Maintain strong communication with engineering teams, contractors, and utility stakeholders
• Support project closeout and system energization activities

Job description

Distribution Project Manager (Utility T&D/Substation)

Location: Morristown, NJ or Reading, PA

A growing utility-focused infrastructure consulting firm is seeking an experienced Distribution Project Manager to support a long-term capital improvement program for a major electric utility. This role will focus on managing electrical distribution construction projects across New Jersey and Eastern Pennsylvania.

This organization partners with major utilities to help plan and deliver critical infrastructure upgrades that keep the electrical grid reliable and modern. The firm specializes in project and program management services, supporting projects from planning and engineering coordination through construction and project closeout.

This is a long-term program that has already been active for several years and is expected to continue for 5-10 more years, providing stability and growth opportunities for project management professionals.

All Applicants MUST HAVE - Utility electric transmission/distribution and substation experience 34.5 kv to 500 kv experience

Compensation

$110,000 - $160,000 annually (depending on experience)

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Paid Time Off and holidays
• Long-term project stability supporting major utility programs
• Opportunity to work on critical energy infrastructure projects

What You’ll Do

• Manage 10-20 electrical distribution projects simultaneously from initiation through completion
• Review project scope and develop project execution plans with engineering and client stakeholders
• Coordinate engineering design, procurement, and construction activities
• Manage contractor bid processes and develop RFP packages
• Lead pre-construction meetings and ongoing project progress meetings
• Monitor project schedules and coordinate work sequencing with engineering and field teams
• Track project budgets, financial forecasts, and accruals
• Coordinate permitting approvals and regulatory documentation
• Maintain strong communication with engineering teams, contractors, and utility stakeholders
• Support project closeout and system energization activities

Projects May Include

• Distribution line upgrades and circuit rebuilds
• Pole replacements and equipment upgrades
• Substation equipment modernization
• Telecommunications equipment upgrades