Project Manager-HV Cables

Kinectrics Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinectrics AES, Inc. is seeking a Project Manager – High Voltage (HV) Cables to lead the planning and execution of HV cable testing and commissioning projects across North America.

You will coordinate with clients, engineers, and field teams to meet safety, schedule, and budget targets while delivering clear documentation and lessons learned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 3-5 years experience managing engineering projects in the utility or energy sector.
• HV cable, substation, or commissioning experience preferred.
• Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver HV cable projects with defined scope, schedules and deliverables.
• Coordinate with clients, technical leads, and field teams for aligned execution.
• Monitor progress, manage risks, and ensure cost, schedule and quality targets.
• Provide updates and support project close-out with documentation and lessons learned.
• Manage internal resources and equipment deployment; coordinate with operations and vendors.
• Lead client meetings, manage expectations and maintain relationships.
• Track budgets, schedules and forecasts; assist with change orders and invoicing.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Job description

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Kinectrics AES, Inc. is a U.S.-based subsidiary of Kinectrics and a recognized leader in providing engineering, testing, inspection, and lifecycle management services to the energy and utility industry. Trusted by clients across North America and globally, Kinectrics is known for technical excellence, innovation, and a strong commitment to safety, quality, and reliability.

Employee surveys consistently rank Kinectrics as one of the best places to work. While this means different things to different people, it reflects our reputation for attracting and retaining some of the best and brightest minds in the energy and utility sector. Our employees value the meaningful work we do, the collaborative culture we foster, and the opportunity to grow alongside industry leaders on complex, impactful projects.

With over 1,000 engineers, scientists, and technical experts worldwide, independent laboratories and testing facilities, and a diverse range of field inspection capabilities, Kinectrics supports customers throughout the entire lifecycle of their assets from design and testing through deployment, operation, and maintenance.

About the Role

The Project Manager – High Voltage (HV) Cables leads the planning and execution of HV cable testing and commissioning projects across North America. This role ensures projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and aligned with client expectations, while serving as a key liaison between clients, technical teams, and field operations.

Key Responsibilities

Project Execution

• Plan and deliver HV cable projects, defining scope, schedules, and deliverables
• Coordinate with clients, technical leads, and field teams to ensure aligned execution
• Monitor progress, manage risks, and drive projects to meet cost, schedule, and quality targets
• Provide regular project updates and support successful close-out, including documentation and lessons learned

Coordination & Resources

• Manage internal resources, field crews, and equipment deployment
• Collaborate with operations and vendors to support smooth project delivery
• Support site planning, scheduling, and execution readiness

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Serve as primary point of contact for clients
• Lead meetings, manage expectations, and resolve issues proactively
• Build strong relationships to support repeat business and client satisfaction

Project Controls

• Track budgets, schedules, and forecasts
• Identify variances and support corrective actions
• Assist with change orders, invoicing, and reporting consistency

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
• 3-5 years experience managing engineering projects in the utility or energy sector
• HV cable, substation, or commissioning experience preferred
• Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills

Kinectrics AES, Inc. supports diversity and is committed to the concept of Equal Employment Opportunity. We have established procedures to ensure that all personnel actions are administered without regard to race, color religion, gender, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or veteran status.