Grid Resilience Program Manager

Summit Underground Services; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

United Utility Services seeks a highly organized Program Manager to lead a multi-year initiative strengthening the electrical grid across the Gulf South region. You will oversee planning, budgeting, stakeholder coordination and performance tracking, coordinating cross-functional teams including engineering, construction, procurement and regulatory compliance.

The role requires 7+ years of program management experience in the electric utility sector, with strong knowledge of resiliency planning

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Engineering, PM, Construction Management or related field.
• 7+ years of Program/Project Management experience, preferably in electric utility.
• Knowledge of resiliency planning, grid modernization, and utility regulations.
• Experience managing large, multi-disciplinary projects and budgets.
• Familiarity with PM methodologies, tools, and stakeholder communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of resiliency projects within scope, schedule, and budget.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including engineering, construction, procurement, and regulatory compliance.
• Serve as primary interface with utility partners and clients.
• Monitor milestones, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Prepare regular status reports for leadership and external stakeholders.
• Ensure adherence to safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Manage subcontractors and vendors for timely, cost-effective delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement in program delivery.

Skills

Program management

Stakeholder coordination

Cross-functional leadership

Budgeting/financials

Regulatory compliance

Grid resiliency planning

Risk management

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/PM/Construction Management or related field

Tools

MS Project

Excel

Scheduling software

Job description

United Utility Services seeks a highly organized Program Manager to lead a multi-year initiative strengthening the electrical grid across the Gulf South region. You will oversee planning, budgeting, stakeholder coordination and performance tracking, coordinating cross-functional teams including engineering, construction, procurement and regulatory compliance.

The role requires 7+ years of program management experience in the electric utility sector, with strong knowledge of resiliency planning