Field Construction Project Manager

Utilities Service, LLC; Bellingham (WA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Company vehicle with gas card

Job summary

Asplundh Engineering Services (AES) is seeking a Project Manager to lead utility infrastructure projects from concept through construction. The role focuses on managing schedules, budgets, and project execution while coordinating with customers, engineers, and internal teams.

The position is located in Burlington, WA, offering a hybrid work model (Office & Work From Home) and full-time permanent employment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required
• Minimum two years of PM or utility industry experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
• Basic understanding of scheduling, estimating, budgeting, accounting and finance

Responsibilities

• Manage utility infrastructure projects from planning through construction.
• Coordinate with customers, engineers, permitting agencies, environmental teams, construction personnel, and other stakeholders.
• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and forecasts.
• Lead multi-disciplinary project teams and provide project oversight.
• Conduct field visits to gather project information and verify customer requirements.
• Facilitate communication between internal departments and external customers.
• Resolve customer concerns and support successful project outcomes.
• Track project progress and provide status reporting.
• Support emergency response activities when required.
• Ensure compliance with applicable utility standards, regulations, and company procedures.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Team collaboration

Scheduling

Budgeting

Finance principles

Customer focus

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/PM or related

Job description

Description

Looking for your next career move? Join a team where your project management expertise makes a direct impact on powering communities. Asplundh Engineering Services (AES) is seeking a Project Manager to lead utility infrastructure projects from concept through construction. If you enjoy working with customers, engineers, and cross-functional teams while managing schedules, budgets, and project execution, this could be the opportunity you’ve been looking for.

Project Manager - Utility Infrastructure Projects

Location: Burlington, WA (Hybrid - Office & Work From Home)

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Build Your Career with Asplundh Engineering Services

At Asplundh Engineering Services (AES), we provide innovative engineering, project management, design, procurement, and construction support services to utility and energy clients across North America. Our employees enjoy challenging work, career growth opportunities, and the ability to make a meaningful impact on critical infrastructure projects.

We are currently seeking a Project Manager to support residential electric utility projects for a confidential utility client. In this role, you will manage projects from inception through construction, serving as the key point of contact for customers, engineers, and internal stakeholders while ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, on schedule, and within budget.

What You’ll Do

• Manage utility infrastructure projects from planning through construction.


• Coordinate with customers, engineers, permitting agencies, environmental teams, construction personnel, and other stakeholders.


• Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and forecasts.


• Lead multi-disciplinary project teams and provide project oversight.


• Conduct field visits to gather project information and verify customer requirements.


• Facilitate communication between internal departments and external customers.


• Resolve customer concerns and support successful project outcomes.


• Track project progress and provide status reporting.


• Support emergency response activities when required.


• Ensure compliance with applicable utility standards, regulations, and company procedures.

What We’re Looking For

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.


• Minimum two years of relevant project management or utility industry experience.


• Strong written and verbal communication skills.


• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.


• Basic understanding of scheduling, estimating, budgeting, accounting, and finance principles.


• Customer-focused mindset with strong organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related discipline.


• Experience managing utility, infrastructure, engineering, or construction projects.


• Strong presentation, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.


• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.


• Knowledge of utility planning, procurement, budgeting, and contract administration practices.

Why Join AES?

• Competitive compensation based on experience.


• Hybrid work environment.


• Weekly vehicle stipend or company vehicle with gas card.


• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.


• 401(k) with company match.


• Paid vacation and holidays.


• Career development and advancement opportunities.


• Collaborative and supportive team culture.


• Opportunity to work on projects that support critical utility infrastructure.

If you’re ready to take ownership of impactful projects and grow your career with a leading engineering services organization, we’d love to hear from you.

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Important Information for Applicants:

• Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC and its family of companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any legally protected characteristic.


• If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our ADA Coordinator at 1-800-248-8733, ext. 3656.


• Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment requirements, which include background screening, drug testing, and employment eligibility verification.


• Compensation determination is based on market data, job scope and individual qualifications.


• We offer a competitive total rewards package inclusive of health and welfare and retirement benefits, as well as paid time off and holiday pay benefits.


• Unsolicited resumes without an executed agency agreement become the property of the company.