Project Manager - Electric Utilities

Cordoba Corporation; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 104,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance plans

401k with employer match

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Cordoba Corporation in Los Angeles is seeking a Project Manager to oversee electric underground distribution projects within the Energy-Electric sector. The ideal candidate will manage budgets, develop strategic plans, and lead teams to ensure the safety and reliability of power delivery while focusing on wildfire mitigation.

Qualifications include experience in the Electric distribution utility sector and project management certification. The role requires strong leadership and excellent communication skills. A hybrid work environment is offered with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of project management experience in the Electric distribution utility sector required.
• Direct experience managing wildfire mitigation projects required.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall project oversight for electric distribution infrastructure projects.
• Lead coordination and performance monitoring across project teams.
• Manage project plans, program budgets, and schedule.

Skills

Project management in the Electric distribution utility sector

Wildfire mitigation project management

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Education

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

PMP certification or equivalent training

Tools

Primavera P6

Power BI

MS Project

SAP

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Overview

Cordoba Corporation is a leading engineering and design firm based in California. We have an upcoming Project Manager opportunity to join our Energy‑Electric sector. The Project Manager will oversee and lead electric underground distribution projects to ensure the safety and reliability of power delivery. This role involves developing strategic plans, managing budgets, and overseeing both internal and external resources. The Project Manager also handles risk management, project scope changes, and maintains effective communication with stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery. The ideal candidate will have experience leading electric distribution utility projects. This work is critical in protecting customers and enhancing the safety of electric systems against wildfire risks and maintaining reliable power delivery.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall project oversight for electric distribution infrastructure projects.
• Lead coordination and performance monitoring across project teams.
• Manage project plans, program budgets, schedule, resource planning, and portfolio risk mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with client stakeholders to align project priorities and resolve escalated issues.
• Identify, monitor, and assess project risks throughout the project lifecycle, implementing corrective actions as necessary.
• Assigns tasks, sets priorities, and monitors progress to ensure project milestones are met.
• Track and report on key metrics such as cost, schedule performance, and project readiness.
• Develops and maintains accurate documentation, including program procedural documents and project specific documentation such as contracts, permits, drawings, and change orders.
• Identify process improvements to enhance delivery efficiency and mitigate wildfire risk.
• Identifies opportunities for process improvements, efficiency gains, and cost savings.
• Ensure compliance with utility standards, regulatory mandates, and public safety requirements.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of project management experience in the Electric distribution utility sector required
• Direct experience managing wildfire mitigation projects required (e.g., system hardening, undergrounding, vegetation management)
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field preferred
• PMP certification or equivalent training preferred
• Advanced knowledge of utility construction methods, permitting processes, and regulatory environments
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills
• Proficiency using Primavera P6, Power BI, MS Project, SAP, and portfolio reporting tools
• Proficiency using the Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams

Pay Range: $104,000 - $166,000 per year

Work Environment: Hybrid 3-4 days in the field and office in the Los Angeles, CA area

Travel: Up to 60% travel to project sites

Visa Sponsorship: Legal authorization to work in the U.S.A. on a full‑time basis without sponsorship

Physical Requirements: Ability to pass a pre‑authorized physical including a drug‑screening and background check

Benefits

Benefits and Perks: We offer multiple medical and dental insurance plans, as well as vision insurance. Plans are subsidized for both employees and dependents with coverage effective the first month after hire. Additionally, Cordoba provides employees with paid AD&D and life insurance, a 401k with an industry leading employer match, generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 9 paid holidays, and other forms of paid time off. We also offer flexible spending accounts (FSA’s) including medical care reimbursement, dependent care reimbursement, and commuter benefit plans. Employees are also eligible for our employee assistance program and well‑being benefits that include stress management, nutrition, and financial well‑being.

Cordoba Corporation provides equal employment opportunities, promoting diversity and inclusion. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

Harassment‑Free Workplace: We strictly prohibit workplace harassment based on any factor, including race, gender, sexual orientation, or disability. Cordoba is committed to fostering a healthy and happy lifestyle for our employees, both within and beyond the workplace.