Project Manager II

Randstad USA; Asheville (NC); Hybrid; USD 153,000 - 187,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K plan

Job summary

Randstad USA is seeking a Project Manager II for a hybrid role based in Asheville, NC. The successful candidate will manage Distribution Substation Optimization projects, leading teams to ensure successful scope, schedule, cost, safety, and quality outcomes. Required qualifications include utility experience, proficiency in Maximo, and significant project management expertise. The position offers an hourly pay rate of $82.32/hr and a comprehensive benefits package, with a commitment to equal opportunity for all applicants.

Qualifications

• Significant experience in project management principles and lead-level coordination.
• Prior experience in Electric Distribution or Transmission is highly preferred.
• Experience with EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Create, staff, and lead matrixed project teams.
• Establish and maintain communications among project stakeholders.
• Lead the process of project planning and cost control.
• Execute projects according to plans within approved constraints.

Skills

Utility experience

Proficiency in Maximo

Advanced Excel skills

Education

Experience in project management principles

Job description

Location: Asheville, NC (Hybrid - 3 days onsite per week)

Assignment Duration: 24 Months (6/01/2026 – 5/31/2028)

Pay Rate: $82.32/hr

The Opportunity

Join one of the nation’s largest energy holding companies as a Project Manager II. This role supports Distribution Substation Optimization projects within the Carolinas West (Mountains Zone). You will contribute to the mission of building a smarter, more resilient energy future by making strategic investments to strengthen the distribution electrical grid and support the transition toward a carbon-free future.

Role Overview

The PM-II holds single-point accountability for the management of all phases of project planning and execution. You will lead a portfolio of projects with low to moderate levels of risk, ensuring success across scope, schedule, cost, safety, and quality. As a unifying agent, you will provide leadership, decision-making, and coordination for matrixed teams in accordance with established policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Leadership: Create, staff, and lead matrixed project teams (Engineering, Project Controls, Construction Management, Supply Chain, Legal, etc.). Provide daily oversight and direction to team members.
• Stakeholder Management: Establish and maintain communications among project stakeholders. Lead project meetings and prepare monthly status reports and executive communications.
• Project Planning: Lead the process of project planning, including work definition, estimating, schedule formation, cost control, and procurement/contracting strategies.
• Execution & Control: Execute projects according to plans within approved constraints. Manage Work Breakdown Structures (WBS), resource plans, risk management, and project close‑out.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Industry Experience: Utility experience is required.
• Specialized Knowledge: Prior experience in Electric Distribution or Transmission is highly preferred.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Maximo and advanced Excel skills are strongly preferred.
• Project Background: Experience with EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) is an asset.
• Education/Training: Significant experience in project management principles and lead-level coordination.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [e-mail].

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.