Project Manager

United Utility; Commerce City (CO); On-site; USD 145,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

United Utility is seeking a Project Manager in Commerce City, Colorado to oversee Transmission and Substation power delivery projects. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field and 3–5 years of experience in engineering or procurement construction activities. Responsibilities include managing project schedules and budgets, communicating with stakeholders, and ensuring adherence to regulations. The position offers a salary ranging from $145,000–$175,000 based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience managing engineering or procurement construction activities.
• Knowledge of distribution line and substation projects preferred.
• Experience managing projects requiring public and regulatory approvals.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and execute Transmission and Substation projects.
• Evaluate progress and determine viable solutions.
• Communicate effectively at all levels including executives and clients.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, finance, Business or equivalent

Tools

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Job description

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

The Project Manager will play a crucial role in overseeing and executing Transmission and Substation power delivery projects from inception to completion. This role demands a proactive and organized professional with exceptional communication and technical skills. This is a customer facing position performed at the customer site.

Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge of the transmission system, engineering principles, electric operating practices, construction practices, land requirements and regulations, budgeting, scheduling, and general business practices.
• Evaluate progress, identify problem areas, evaluate alternatives, and determine viable solutions.
• Analyze and control project costs over time. schedules, work plans, and budgets lead team efforts, identify critical paths, and resolve conflict.
• Build and maintain professional working relationships with internal and external clients.
• Lead projects involving multiple work groups and departments.
• Communicate effectively at all levels, including executives, management, supervision, covered employees, contract employees, business leaders, and customers.
• Present project communications to internal and external audiences.
• Conduct financial analysis, manage capital budgets and provide accurate budget projections.
• Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Develop and manage multiple project schedules, work plans, and budgets.
• Assist in contract administration.

Key Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, finance, Business or the equivalent degree.
• 3–5 years of experience managing major engineering/procurement construction activities.
• Analytical thinking capability – knowledge of distribution line, substation projects, and transmission would be preferred. Comparable experience in Generation will be considered.
• Experience working in a matrix organization.
• Experience managing projects requiring public and regulatory approvals.
• Demonstrated ability to investigate and solve problems, analyze data, write reports, and make presentations.
• Possesses the ability to cope with deadlines, manage time, set priorities, define roles and responsibilities, and make decisions.
• Ability to run meetings, motivate others, and interact with others at all levels of the organization.
• The ability to schedule, plan and manage numerous complex transmission projects concurrently.
• Self‑starter with strong communication skills, including listening, speaking, and writing skills.
• Individual leadership abilities, planning skills, decisiveness, and customer focus.
• Knowledge of Project Management principles and practices.
• Excellent leadership, teambuilding, coaching, problem solving, interpersonal and motivational skills required.
• Ability to develop skills to prepare presentations and expert witness testimony for local and state regulatory presentations.

Key Nice‑To‑Haves

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus.

Salary for this position will range from 145,000–175,000 pending experience and qualifications.

Accessibility

If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, please contact: email: HRSC @unitedutility.com

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