Program Manager- Power Delivery

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

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.

About The Role

We are seeking a highly organized and strategic Program Manager to lead a multi-year initiative focused on strengthening the electrical grid across the Gulf South region. This role will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of program execution, including planning, budgeting, stakeholder coordination, and performance tracking.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and execution of resiliency projects, ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, and budget.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including engineering, construction, procurement, and regulatory compliance.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between company and utility partners, maintaining strong client relationships.
• Monitor project milestones and deliverables, proactively identifying risks and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Prepare and present regular status reports to internal leadership and external stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards.
• Manage subcontractors and vendors to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of services.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation in program delivery.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, or related field.
• Proven experience (7+ years) in Program or Project Manager (preferably in the electric utility industry or a related field).
• In-depth knowledge of resiliency planning, grid modernization, and utility regulations.
• Demonstrated success in managing financials, large-scale, multi-disciplinary projects.
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques.
• Excellent Customer and Executive Management relationship skills
• Ability to make informed decisions under pressure, meet strict deadlines, and facilitate focused and cross-functional meetings and calls.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements and environmental standards in the electric utility industry

Key Nice-To-Haves

• Utility and Contractor experience
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus

Accessibility

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