Project Manager

Spencer Ogden; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 100,000 - 25,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Spencer Ogden seeks a Project Manager I to oversee a portfolio of utility projects ranging from approximately $100K to $25M, based in Cincinnati, Ohio. The role requires coordinating scope, schedule, budget, and execution while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities include stakeholder coordination, tracking financials with Project Controls, risk management, and close collaboration with engineering and construction teams; site visits are required as needed.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience.
• Experience with scheduling and cost controls.
• Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Utility industry and construction experience preferred.
• PMP/CAPM, CMII, PE, or utility certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and overall execution.
• Coordinate with project stakeholders and manage tasks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Track and report project financials with support from Project Controls.
• Manage risks, issues, and project decisions.
• Work closely with engineering, construction, and other project teams.
• Make occasional site visits as needed.
• Ensure compliance with safety and OSHA requirements.

Skills

Project management

Scheduling

Cost controls

Communication

Risk management

Job description

The Project Manager I to manage a portfolio of utility projects ranging from approximately $100K-$25M. Projects may include new transmission line construction, line rebuilds, substation construction, transformer replacements, and switchgear replacements.

Responsibilities:

• Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and overall execution
• Coordinate with project stakeholders and manage tasks throughout the project lifecycle
• Track and report project financials with support from Project Controls
• Manage risks, issues, and project decisions
• Work closely with engineering, construction, and other project teams
• Make occasional site visits as needed
• Ensure compliance with safety and OSHA requirements

Requirements:

• 5+ years of project management experience
• Experience with project management principles and practices
• Strong decision-making, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Experience with scheduling and cost controls preferred
• Utility industry and construction experience preferred
• PMP/CAPM, CMII, PE, or utility certifications are a plus