Project Manager II

K&A Engineering; City of Binghamton (NY); On-site; USD 78,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401K with company match

Paid Holidays

Flexible PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Long-Term Disability

Job summary

K&A Engineering in Rochester, New York is seeking a Project Manager II to join our energy and utility team. You will coordinate transmission and substation projects, develop execution plans, monitor schedules, manage scope and costs, and ensure client satisfaction.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of project management experience in utilities; PMP or CAPM is preferred. Onsite reporting to the Lead Project Manager, you will collaborate with engineering, procurement and construction teams.

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor's degree in a related field with 3–5 years of PM experience.
• Utility sector experience preferred and desirable PMP/CAPM certification.
• Knowledge of project management principles and QA/QC guidelines.
• Experience in risk management, leadership and collaboration across teams.
• Ability to prepare proposals, assist in presentations, and participate in negotiations.
• Onsite position reporting daily to the office.

Responsibilities

• Assist Lead Project Manager and team and coordinate all aspects of transmission/substation projects.
• Coordinate and lead monthly project reporting, collect and compile data.
• Develop project approach and implement project execution plan.
• Monitor project schedules, manage scope, and control costs.
• Support financials, staffing, risk management, change management, contract management and resources.
• Ensure deliverables meet client satisfaction and QA/QC guidelines.

Skills

Project Management

Utility Experience

PMP CAPM

Decision Making

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Proposals & Presentations

Contract Negotiations

Onsite Coordination

Education

Associates or Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Job description

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K&A Power Group – is a privately held engineering firm delivering worldclass technical expertise and engineering excellence to power utility and industrial clients across the United States, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. We provide comprehensive consulting, engineering and design, program and project management, construction management, and EPC services, specializing in substation, transmission, distribution, and distributed energy resources.

We pride ourselves on attracting and developing top talent, building a culture of excellence, and building meaningful, long-term relationships with our employees, clients and communities, wherever they are in the world.

Powered By Innovation, Passion, And Purpose.

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Project Manager II to join our team at K&A Power Group 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.

• Assist the Lead Project Manager & team and coordinate all aspects of work related to transmission/substation projects
• Coordinate and lead monthly project reporting, collect and compile data
• Develop project approach and implement project execution plan
• Monitor project schedules, manage scope, and control project costs
• Support financials, staffing, risk management, change management, contract management, tracking and resource management for all projects
• Support the project team to ensure deliverables are being provided to the client’s satisfaction and that projects are following internal and external QA/QC guidelines.
• Promote a culture of “can do attitude” and “say do” ratio with project deadline and quality across the team

What we’re looking for:

• Associates or Bachelor's degree with 3-5 years of experience in Project Management
• Utility experience required
• PMP or CAPM certification is preferred
• Working knowledge of project management principles
• Working Knowledge to Proficiency in Project Management, Decision Making, Critical Thinking, and Problem Solving
• Project related work experience
• Risk Management, Project Leadership and Proven Collaborative Team Member
• Ability to prepare proposals, assist in presentations, and participate in contract negotiations
• Onsite Position; reports daily to the office

Pay Range $78,000.00—$90,000/year

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 offeracomprehensive 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 after 12 months of employment
• Paid Holidays and Flexible PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Parking and Transit Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance

The salary range for this role considers a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to technical ability, experience and training, licenses and certifications, and other related skillsets. The disclosed range is an estimate and has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.