Project Manager, Electrical Distribution - Western Pennsylvania

Orbital Engineering, Inc.; Kentucky; On-site; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) retirement savings plan

Generous paid time off program

Job summary

Orbital Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager for Electrical Distribution projects. This remote position requires 8–10 years in project management, especially in Electric Utilities. Responsibilities include ensuring safety compliance, managing schedules, and participating in site walk-downs. The role offers a salary range of $80,000 to $130,000 annually, with a comprehensive benefits package including health coverage and a 401(k). Candidates must be detail-oriented and willing to travel as needed.

Qualifications

• 8–10 Years Project Management Experience.
• Experience in Electric Utilities.
• Organized, self‑motivated, detail‑oriented.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all safety procedures at site.
• Drive project tasks to completion.
• Manage schedule adherence, material orders, checklists.
• Participate in on‑site field walk‑downs.
• Plan daily and strategic tasks, prioritize multiple projects.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Financial Planning

Microsoft Office

Adobe

Scheduling Software (P6)

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Tools

Scheduling Software (P6)

Microsoft Office

Adobe

Job description

Project Manager, Electrical Distribution – Western Pennsylvania

Location: Remote (Based in Western Pennsylvania)

FLSA Classification: Exempt

Job Description

Orbital seeks a Project Manager in the field of Electric Utilities to join a Project Management Team in a remote role based in Western Pennsylvania. The role entails performing various project management processes through all stages, from inception to closeout, primarily on Electrical Distribution projects throughout Western Pennsylvania. Candidates must be based in Western Pennsylvania. Intermittent travel will be required for on-site project meetings.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with all safety procedures at site and report incidents.
• Drive project tasks to completion, self‑motivating and taking responsibility as needed.
• Host or attend project meetings to maintain status and gather information.
• Manage schedule adherence, material orders, checklists, as‑built tracking and other tasks.
• Participate in on‑site field walk‑downs and contribute to project goals in a group setting.
• Provide input to improve processes and procedures for team efficiency.
• Occasionally climb ladders and lift or move up to 50 lb.
• Plan daily and strategic tasks, prioritize among multiple projects.
• Ask questions, seek training as required.
• Learn and use multiple software systems as required.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• Associate's or Bachelor’s Degree in a related field.
• 8–10 Years Project Management Experience.
• Experience in Electric Utilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to perform financial planning and forecasting.
• Competent in Microsoft Office and Adobe.
• Competent in scheduling software (P6).
• Organized, self‑motivated, detail‑oriented.
• Can work well in a group setting and manage simultaneous tasks.
• Willingness to travel as needed; travel and lodging costs reimbursable.
• Valid driver’s license and personal vehicle to frequent construction sites.
• Must pass post‑offer drug and alcohol testing in compliance with Federal regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with PennDOT permitting.

Salary Range

$80,000 – $130,000 annually (based on experience, qualifications, and location)

Benefits

A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage; a 401(k) retirement savings plan; supplemental insurance options; company‑paid life and AD&D insurance; company‑paid short‑term disability; and a generous paid time off program.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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