Project Manager

Actalent; Arizona; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Project Manager – Utility Construction to oversee substation construction, replacement, and upgrade projects. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage budgets, schedules, and field execution to ensure safe, efficient delivery.

Candidates should have 2–5 years in construction or utility projects and strong coordination skills. The role requires collaboration across engineering, construction, and project controls to meet project objectives and client needs in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management or related field.
• 2–5 years of program or project management experience in construction/utility.
• Experience managing multiple projects with changing priorities and deadlines.
• Proficiency with Excel and project scheduling tools (MS Project).

Responsibilities

• Manage new substation construction and design projects, including replacements.
• Lead a cross-functional team across engineering, procurement and field execution.
• Own project schedules and budgets and report progress to leadership.
• Coordinate bid events and obtain estimates from contractors for planning.
• Review designs for constructability and safety, guiding practical implementation.

Skills

PM experience

Budget management

Schedule management

Cross-functional coordination

MS Excel

MS Project

PowerPoint presentations

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Construction Management

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Project Manager – Utility Construction

Job Description

This role oversees multiple substation construction, replacement, and upgrade projects, including transformer and breaker replacements and other small to mid-scale utility projects. The Project Manager coordinates cross-functional teams, manages budgets and schedules, and ensures projects are executed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with technical and operational requirements. This position is well suited for an entry- to mid-level project management professional with experience in construction, engineering, or utility projects who thrives in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage new substation construction and design projects, as well as substation replacement projects such as transformer and breaker replacements and other small to mid-level jobs.
• Lead and coordinate a team that supports multiple engineering disciplines and other internal groups involved in project delivery.
• Own project schedules and budgets, ensuring that work stays on track and within approved financial parameters.
• Provide bi-weekly schedule updates and monthly budget updates to leadership and other stakeholders.
• Manage bid events and coordinate requests for estimates from contractors to support project planning and execution.
• Review engineering designs for constructability and provide feedback to ensure practical, safe, and efficient implementation.
• Conduct field visits as needed to monitor project progress, verify design assumptions, and address issues on site.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to complete substation, transmission, and distribution projects from initiation through construction and closeout, including project controls, land, environmental, IT, engineering, and other support groups.
• Utilize and support field construction teams while maintaining strong, consistent communication with them throughout the project lifecycle.
• Serve as a liaison between engineering and construction teams to align technical designs with field execution.
• Provide internal reporting to the leadership team and other stakeholders, summarizing project status, risks, and key decisions.
• Develop and maintain productive relationships with contractors, clients, and internal stakeholders to support successful project outcomes.
• Execute project scope and budget as defined by the project sponsor, ensuring compliance with project objectives and requirements.
• Communicate with customers and internal organizations to understand and refine technical requirements for new customer-driven projects.
• Define the scope and operational requirements needed for preliminary electrical and civil design.
• Coordinate with Distribution Engineering, Civil Construction, the Project Management Office, Drafting, Scheduling, Construction, Environmental, design contractors, and other internal organizations to create complete and accurate electrical designs.
• Manage several projects concurrently, adjusting to shifting priorities while meeting deadlines and maintaining quality.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, encouraging open communication and shared problem-solving.
• Prepare and deliver PowerPoint presentations and other project-related documentation for internal and external audiences.

Essential Skills

• 2–5 years of program or project management experience, preferably in construction, engineering, or utility-related projects.
• Experience managing multiple projects at the same time while adapting to changing priorities and deadlines.
• Strong project management skills, including scope, schedule, and budget management.
• experience in engineering and/or construction that enables effective coordination of design and field activities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel with 2–5 years of hands‑on experience.
• Experience using Microsoft Project or a similar project scheduling tool for 2–5 years.
• Ability to create and deliver PowerPoint presentations to communicate project status and technical information.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with customers, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to handle complex problem-solving.
• Demonstrated ability to work well with others in a team environment and collaborate across multiple disciplines.
• Ability to coordinate with multiple internal groups, including engineering, construction, project controls, environmental, IT, and others.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Construction Ma