Project Manager I

K&A Engineering Consulting; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401K with Company Match

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

A reputable engineering consulting firm is seeking a highly skilled Project Manager to join their team in Rochester, New York. This role involves leading challenging projects within the energy and utility sectors, focusing on the full project lifecycle, team management, and maintaining high quality standards. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of project management experience, a relevant degree, and necessary certifications. Join a people-first culture with competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in large-scale projects/program management for utility business.
• Minimum five (5) years’ experience in Substations, T&D, Gas-Hydro and OSG.
• Proficient in Microsoft Project, Excel, and Project Management methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Initiate, plan, execute, and close projects effectively.
• Manage teams and facilitate productivity.
• Ensure compliance with quality and environmental processes.

Skills

Project Management

Team Leadership

Risk Management

Effective Communication

Budget Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Professional Engineer License

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Tools

Microsoft Project

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

K&A Engineering Consulting – is a privately held company, providing comprehensive consulting, engineering and design, program/project management, construction management, and support services to power utility and industrial clients. Specializing in substation, transmission, distribution, distributed energy resources, and EPC services, we excel in solving complex challenges with precision-driven solutions. We pride ourselves on employing top talent, fostering a culture of excellence, and building meaningful relationships with clients and employees.

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Start Your K&A Career

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Project Manager to join our team at K&A Engineering in Rochester, New York. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects that make a real impact in the energy and utility sectors. You’ll be part of a dynamic, people-focused team where your expertise, ideas, and contributions will be valued and celebrated.

Role Expectations

• Initiation, Planning, Executing, and Closing Projects — defining the project WBS, Cost Baseline and OBS structure, initiating the project, building its comprehensive work plan, controlling and managing risks, scope, schedule and budget.
• Managing Teams — facilitating commitment and productivity, removing obstacles, and managing teams.
• Implementation and Management of Quality and Environmental Process and procedures on all projects focusing on meeting SPI and CPI performance indicators less than 1.0.
• Management of third-party projects including other transmission customers and interconnecting customers.
• Accountable and Responsible for:
  • Cost /Budgeting and Management
  • Communication Management
  • Change Management
  • Schedule Management
  • Construction Management Oversight
  • Commissioning Management Oversight
  • Risk Management
  • Regulatory and Stakeholder Management
• Responsible for the execution and successful completion of the project and the main point of contact between contractors and the client on all project matters.
• Responsible for monitoring and measuring project performance throughout the project and resolving any contract disputes related to costs, scope, and schedule.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s Degree is Required.
• 5+ years in large-scale projects/program management for utility business.
• Professional Engineer License and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.
• Proficient in Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project Management Professional or Program Management Professional.
• Minimum five (5) years’ experience in the functional area under which it will be contracted: Substations, T&D, Gas-Hydro and OSG.

Pay Range: $100,000-$115,000/annually

Why Join K&A?

People-First Culture: We put our people at the center of everything we do, creating an environment where your professional and personal growth is a top priority.

Innovation & Learning: We encourage continuous learning and invest in your development through training, mentorship, and hands‑on experience.

Collaborative Team Environment: We believe in the power of collaboration and working together to achieve the best outcomes for our clients and employees.

Recognition & Growth: We’ve earned our reputation through uncompromising precision and a commitment to excellence. As an agile and fast-growing company, we offer plenty of opportunities for your career advancement and growth.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package for eligible classified employees, including but not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care Spending Account
• 401K (Traditional and Roth with Company Match)
• Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Holidays and Flexible PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement, Parking and Transit Reimbursement, and Pet Insurance
• Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

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