Project Manager

LVI Associates; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

LVI Associates is looking for a Project Manager to lead transmission, distribution, and substation projects from Overland Park, Kansas. The role focuses on project execution, client relations, scheduling, budgeting, procurement, and field operations across critical utility infrastructure.

The ideal candidate has utility construction experience and familiarity with InEight, with a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years in related PM roles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of project management experience within utility, power delivery, T&D, substation, or heavy civil construction.
• Strong understanding of project financials, scheduling, and client management.
• Experience managing EPC or self-perform construction projects.
• InEight experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Lead transmission, distribution, and substation construction projects.
• Manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost controls.
• Maintain project schedules and ensure timely delivery.
• Overseeing project safety, quality, and compliance requirements.
• Managing project reporting, documentation, and contract administration.
• Supporting project planning and execution using construction management software such as InEight.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting & cost control

Scheduling

Client relations

EPC experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

InEight

Job description

Title: Project Manager - Transmission & Distribution

Salary: $140,000 - $180,000 DOE

Summary:

An industry-leading contractor is seeking a Project Manager to support transmission, distribution, and substation projects from their location in Overland Park, Kansas. This position will play a key role in managing project execution, client relationships, scheduling, budgeting, procurement, and field operations across critical utility infrastructure projects.

Candidates with utility construction experience and exposure to InEight software are highly preferred.

The Project Manager will be responsible for:

• Leading transmission, distribution, and substation construction projects
• Managing project budgets, forecasts, and cost controls
• Maintaining project schedules and ensuring timely project delivery
• Overseeing project safety, quality, and compliance requirements
• Managing project reporting, documentation, and contract administration
• Supporting project planning and execution using construction management software such as InEight

The Project Manager should have the following qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred
• 5+ years of project management experience within utility, power delivery, T&D, substation, or heavy civil construction
• Strong understanding of project financials, scheduling, and client management
• Experience managing EPC or self-perform construction projects
• InEight experience preferred
• Valid driver's license

Benefits/Perks:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-sponsored retirement plan with contributions
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Strong compensation package
• Opportunity to work on major utility infrastructure projects