Project Manager - Energy & Utility

The Judge Group; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The Judge Group seeks an experienced Project Manager II to lead and oversee medium to large-scale projects from initiation through completion. The role requires directing cross-functional teams to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget, aligning with organizational objectives.

You will manage scope, schedules, budgets, vendors, and risk while engaging stakeholders, communicating progress to leadership, and driving continuous process improvements in a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 2–5 years of project management experience on medium to large-scale projects.
• Experience managing budgets, schedules, risks, and resources.
• Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional leadership skills.
• Experience with contractors, consultants, and vendors.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, including leadership presentations.
• Analytical, problem-solving, negotiation, and decision-making abilities.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and direct multiple medium to large-sized projects within a department or business unit.
• Lead all phases of project execution: scope, planning, scheduling, budgeting, and risk mitigation.
• Develop and maintain project requirements, timelines, deliverables, and status reports.
• Coordinate with internal departments, external vendors, consultants, and contractors to achieve objectives.
• Provide leadership and oversight to project teams and third-party resources.
• Assess and mitigate project risks to ensure successful outcomes.
• Analyze regulatory requirements and ensure compliance with standards and regulations.
• Develop business cases and project justifications to improve efficiency.
• Monitor performance, establish team goals, and evaluate outcomes.
• Research and recommend contractors, consultants, and service providers.
• Prepare, negotiate, and manage contracts and modifications.
• Conduct budget analysis, cost forecasting, and financial tracking.
• Prepare project materials for leadership and regulatory agencies.
• Deliver project updates, presentations, and reports to senior leadership.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and adopt best practices.

Skills

Budget management

Schedule management

Stakeholder management

Vendor management

Cross-functional leadership

Communication

Risk management

Process improvement

Contract management

Regulatory compliance awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Duration: Open Contract

Pay Range: $40-62/hr

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager II to lead and oversee medium to large-scale projects from initiation through completion. The ideal candidate will provide leadership and direction across cross-functional teams, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in alignment with organizational objectives. This role requires strong project management expertise, stakeholder engagement skills, risk management capabilities, and the ability to drive continuous process improvements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and direct multiple medium to large-sized projects within a department or business unit.
• Lead all phases of project execution, including scope definition, planning, scheduling, budgeting, resource allocation, vendor management, and risk mitigation.
• Develop and maintain project requirements, timelines, deliverables, issue logs, and status reports.
• Coordinate and collaborate with internal departments, external vendors, consultants, and contractors to achieve project objectives.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and oversight to project teams and third-party resources.
• Evaluate and address project risks, implementing mitigation strategies to ensure successful outcomes.
• Analyze regulatory requirements and assess project impacts to ensure compliance with applicable standards and regulations.
• Develop business cases and project justifications focused on improving operational efficiency and business processes.
• Monitor project performance, establish team goals, and evaluate project outcomes.
• Research, assess, and recommend contractors, consultants, and service providers.
• Prepare, negotiate, review, and manage contracts and contract modifications.
• Conduct budget analysis, cost forecasting, and financial tracking throughout the project lifecycle.
• Prepare project documentation and supporting materials for internal leadership and external regulatory agencies when required.
• Deliver regular project updates, presentations, and reports to senior leadership and key stakeholders.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives by identifying and implementing innovative methodologies, technologies, and best practices.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards, organizational policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices throughout project execution.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 2-5 years of project management experience leading medium to large-scale projects.
• Proven experience managing project budgets, schedules, risks, and resources.
• Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional leadership skills.
• Experience working with contractors, consultants, and third-party vendors.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience presenting to leadership teams.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, negotiation, and decision-making abilities.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies and best practices.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in regulated industries or environments requiring compliance oversight.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent is a plus.
• Experience driving process improvement and organizational efficiency initiatives.