PRJ LDR, UTLTY CONST/MAINT SR

PNM; West Columbia (TX); On-site; USD 82,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

PNM in West Columbia, TX is seeking an experienced Project Leader to manage utility construction and maintenance projects under general supervision. You will oversee large subdivisions and major system improvements from design review through cost approval and work activity monitoring, coordinating with customers and engineering teams.

The role requires a bachelor's degree with 7–8 years of related experience and at least 2 years of project management experience, with strong leadership and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with seven to eight years of directly related experience.
• Two years of project management experience or equivalent is required.
• Experience in gas or electric utility design or construction of similar types of projects is preferred.
• Promotion requires business need, in addition to individual qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Oversees projects that consist of large subdivisions, commercial, and major system improvements, to include the design review, cost estimate approval, and work activity monitoring.
• Monitors field work for compliance and completeness.
• Leads the team to identify and resolve issues that require direct customer involvement on inquiries, right-of-way, complaints, tree trim requests, and damages.
• Presents projects and participates in capital management process.
• Communicates and coordinates job requirements to customers, team members, Gas Engineering, and others outside the team as necessary.

Skills

Project leadership

Contract negotiation

Stakeholder communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Location: West Columbia, TX, United States
Job ID: 6089759
Date Posted: Sep 25, 2026

Salary Grade: G06
Minimum Midpoint Maximum
$82,463- $111,325- $140,187

SUMMARY

Under general supervision, completes utility construction and maintenance projects in a timely and efficient manner.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Oversees projects that consist of large subdivisions, commercial, and major system improvements, to include the design review, cost estimate approval, and work activity monitoring. May include streetlights and gas mainline coordination. Projects will normally be completed working independently when well-developed policies, procedures and guidelines are not available, reporting only unusual matters to Team Manager
• Monitors field work for compliance and completeness
• Leads the team to identify and resolve issues that require direct customer involvement on inquiries, right-of-way, complaints, tree trim requests, and damages
• Presents projects and participates in capital management process
• Communicates and coordinates job requirements to customers, team members, Gas Engineering, and others outside the team as necessary
• Participates in project scheduling, and assigns job priorities in order to meet company and/or customer requirements
• Provides training and technical assistance to other Project Leaders and Designers; helps establish training needs for other team members
• Initiates and administers line extension contracts
• Directs the work of others assigned to their project
• May coordinate gas and/or electric transmission projects or the tie-in between distribution and transmission projects
• Negotiates and manages a variety of contracts for projects, professional services, materials, and equipment
• Provides input to Team Manager concerning personnel recommendations
• Reviews measurements and makes adjustments to the process to achieve team goals
• Other duties as assigned

COMPETENCIES

• Advanced knowledge in gas or electric theory, design and construction of systems, with general knowledge in the other utility
• Ability to promote first-class public relations with customers, businesses, outside agencies, and community leaders; attends and addresses tribal and city councils
• Demonstrated ability to apply and interpret PNM and industry standards for distribution design, construction, metering, and gas transmission, depending on the area
• Advanced understanding of governmental rules and regulations and other PNM Policies and Procedures as they apply to their area of responsibility
• Experience in coordinating outages, metering inspections, switching procedures, or pre-design/construction meetings
• Advanced knowledge of the Gas or Electric Service delivery process
• Advanced knowledge of right-of-way, environmental terms, and governmental guidelines
• Ability to apply, administer and interpret contracts and the gas and/or electric line extension policies
• Must be sensitive to the business environment and customers to generate work
• Experience in advanced designs or construction, such as: large commercial shopping centers, major anchor stores, industrial parks, network systems, and system improvements; may do gas transmission where no routine procedures exist
• Demonstrated ability to make decisions that require judgment, creativity, and interpersonal skills
• Extensive experience in negotiating and managing construction contracts
• Demonstrates an ability to promote team performance by having a positive attitude, being self-motivated, and staying flexible to change
• Communicates effectively orally and in writing with customers and team members

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree with seven to eight years of directly related experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience related to the discipline.
• Two years of project management experience or equivalent is required.
• Experience in gas or electric utility design or construction of similar types of projects is preferred.
• Promotion requires business need, in addition to individual qualifications.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must possess a current, legally valid driver's license and meet the company's driving record requirements.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

May assume the role of Team Manager. Initiates personnel recommendations to Team Manager and participates in the process. Provides training and technical assistance in their area of expertise. Provides input to Team Manager concerning personnel recommendations. Assists in achieving team goals and objectives. Directs the work of others assigned to their project.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations

Ability to write complex reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals

Ability to effectively prepare and present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public

Direct customer contact experience, training in interpersonal skills, and training in leadership or related courses is required

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry

Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations

COMPUTER SKILLS

Working knowledge of spreadsheet, database, and word processing software, and computerized customer billing, work management, financial management, mapping/drafting systems, and other Company systems that are used by the team

ANALYSIS AND PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITY

Ability to solve complex practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Regularly required to stand and/or walk up to 2/3 of the time and frequently visit the construction sites. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Office and construction environment. Regularly works outdoors and in remote locations in various weather conditions. Handles multiple projects and may deal with competing priorities. Heavy workload. Observes and follows safety rules.

DEGREES

Bachelors Degree

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS

Driver's License (Required)

SAFETY AND ADA STATEMENT

Safety Statement: Safety is a core value at (TXNM Energy/PNM/TNMP) and our vision, "everyone goes home safe", reflects our commitment to promoting an environment conducive to learning, improving and building safety practices. Our safety value is built upon the belief that every employee deserves to work in an environment free from harm.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement: If you require assistance with the job application process due to a disability, please contact HR ADA Analyst, at 505-241-4627.