Project Manager

Useapc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlantic Power Constructors is seeking a Project Manager to lead transmission, distribution, and substation construction projects from award to closeout. You will coordinate resources, manage budgets, and ensure safety, quality, and schedule adherence while maintaining strong client relationships.

The role requires 5–10 years in utility project management, experience with procurement, change orders, and contract administration, plus proficiency in ERP/PM software and Microsoft 365.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field.
• 5-10 years of project management in utility construction.
• Experience with transmission, distribution, or substation projects is preferred.
• Strong financial, customer, and contract administration skills.
• Proficient with estimating, scheduling, procurement, budgeting, and controls.

Responsibilities

• Manage projects from contract award through closeout.
• Develop execution plans, schedules, budgets, and resources.
• Ensure milestones and contractual obligations are met.
• Identify risks and implement mitigations.
• Lead kickoff meetings and ongoing reviews.
• Maintain project documentation and profitability.
• Prepare billings, review payments, and manage cash flow.
• Handle change orders and contract modifications.
• Coordinate with field operations, procurement, safety, and leadership.
• Develop schedules and communicate impacts and recovery plans.

Skills

Project management

Construction management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field

Tools

Acumatica ERP

Microsoft 365

Job description

• Reports To: Director of Project Management
• FLSA Status: Exempt
• Number of Openings: 1
• Location(s): Otego, NY

POSITION SUMMARY: The Project Manager is responsible for the overall planning, execution, financial performance, and successful completion of transmission, distribution, and substation construction projects. This position manages all aspects of assigned projects from contract award through closeout, ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with contract requirements and customer expectations.

The Project Manager serves as the primary point of contact for customers, coordinates internal and field resources, manages project financials, and works collaboratively with Operations, Estimating, Procurement, Safety, and Executive Leadership to deliver successful projects while supporting Atlantic Power Constructors' commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Management

• Manage assigned construction projects from contract award through final closeout.
• Develop project execution plans, schedules, budgets, and resource requirements.
• Ensure project milestones and contractual obligations are achieved.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Lead internal project kickoff meetings and ongoing project reviews.
• Maintain complete and accurate project documentation.
• Maintain full responsibility for project profitability.
• Develop and manage project budgets and forecasts.
• Review labor, equipment, subcontractor, and material costs.
• Prepare customer billings and review payment status.
• Manage project cash flow and cost controls.
• Review and approve project expenditures.
• Identify and manage change orders and contract modifications.
• Prepare financial projections and report project performance to leadership.

Customer Relations

• Serve as the primary customer contact throughout the project.
• Build strong customer relationships through consistent communication.
• Lead customer meetings and progress reviews.
• Resolve customer concerns professionally and promptly.
• Ensure customer expectations are met or exceeded.

Procurement and Contract Administration

• Manage procurement of materials, equipment, and subcontractors.
• Review purchase orders and subcontract agreements.
• Ensure contract compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Manage project documentation including RFIs, submittals, correspondence, and closeout documentation.

Field Operations

• Partner with Superintendents and General Foremen to execute work safely and efficiently.
• Coordinate labor, equipment, and material resources.
• Remove obstacles affecting production or schedule.
• Support operational planning and resource allocation across multiple projects.

Scheduling

• Develop and maintain project schedules.
• Monitor project progress against milestones.
• Communicate schedule impacts and recovery plans.
• Coordinate activities with customers, subcontractors, and internal departments.

Safety and Quality

• Promote APC's commitment to safety as the highest priority.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, customer requirements, OSHA regulations, and applicable standards.
• Participate in safety meetings and incident reviews.
• Support quality assurance and continuous improvement initiatives.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field preferred.
• Equivalent combination of education and construction management experience considered.
• 5-10 years of progressively responsible project management experience in utility construction.
• Experience managing transmission, distribution, or substation construction projects strongly preferred.
• Proven experience managing project financials, customer relationships, and contract administration.
• Strong understanding of estimating, scheduling, procurement, budgeting, and project controls.
• Experience with Acumatica or similar ERP/project management software preferred.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft 365 (Excel, Outlook, Teams, Word).
• Excellent communication, negotiation, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Valid driver's license with ability to travel regulary to project sites.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position operates in a professional office environment with frequent interaction with field employees, managers, and leadership. The role may require occasional coordination with field locations and supporting operational needs across the business.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Atlantic Power Constructors is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any legally protected status. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees.