Project Manager, Power

Milhouseinc; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage

Company Sponsored Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Voluntary Coverages

Discounted Gym Membership

Competitive Base Salary

401(k) Retirement Plan

Professional Development Incentives

Milhouse University (Cross-Functional 

Employee Education & Development

Generous PTO + Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Extracurricular Sports Teams

Employee Recognition Program

Employee Referral Bonus

Transit Benefits Program

Milhouse Charities

Job summary

Milhouse Engineering & Construction, Inc. is seeking a Power Project Manager to execute T&D projects and pursuits across multiple business lines in the region.

You will build project execution teams, drive profitability, and foster proactive communication within the MEC organization. You will collaborate with Senior Leaders to develop strategies, establish sales plans, and facilitate collaboration across regional Power activities, pursuits, and projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, business, or related field.
• 8 years of relevant consulting experience in transmission and distribution.
• PE license preferred.
• PMP preferred based on years of project management experience.
• Proven success in client and business development.
• Extensive experience in project management, including proposal development, contract negotiations, project planning, design team coordination, budgeting, schedule management, and client collaboration.
• Strong facilitation, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Track record of financial success, including delivering projects within budget and maintaining profit margins.
• Ability to lead, influence, and manage teams with positivity.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the pursuit process for projects in emerging business lines and build a strong opportunity pipeline.
• Oversee project metrics, profitability, scheduling, and adherence to budgets.
• Coordinate with MEC Leadership to align activities with regional growth objectives.
• Support contract reviews and annual renewal processes.
• Ensure safety compliance and collaboration with regional teams.
• Develop sales and business development plans aligned with growth objectives.

Skills

Project management

Client development

Leadership

Communication

Budgeting

Scheduling

Risk management

Cross-functional collaboration

Proposal development

Contract negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, business, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

The Power Project Manager is responsible for executing T&D projects and pursuits across multiple business lines within the region. This includes supporting Transmission Line, Power, Underground & Distribution), Substation, and other potential Milhouse Engineering & Construction, Inc. Business Lines that require additional project management beyond their existing PM capacity.

The Project Manager will oversee the pursuit process, build project execution teams, and manage project implementation. Throughout this process, they will foster a culture of proactive communication, continuous improvement, and a strong focus on growth and profitability.

Additionally, the Project Manager will collaborate with their Senior Leader to develop project management strategies that enhance MEC position. This includes establishing sales and business development plans aligned with growth objectives and facilitating collaboration across regional Power activities, pursuits, and projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the pursuit process for projects in emerging business lines, building a strong opportunity pipeline, acting as the capture manager for new prospects, driving go/no-go evaluations, and steering opportunities through the risk management process.
• Oversee project metrics for emerging business lines, either through direct project management or by delegating responsibilities. This includes:
  • Monitoring profitability and financial performance of projects.
  • Ensuring adherence to MEC Quality Control procedures.
  • Overseeing the implementation of project management methodologies, procedures, and tools.
  • Tracking schedule development and ensuring compliance with timelines.
  • Identifyingand driving effective change management strategies.
  • Proactively coordinate with business line management to align emerging business line activities with broader organizational goals.
  • Identifytarget client opportunities and overseepursuitcoordination alongside theGrowthteam and seller-doers.
  • Direct quality control (QC) efforts, ensuring scopes of work, schedules, and budgets are thoroughly assessed during both the pursuit phase and execution phase to mitigate potential risks.
  • Provide support in contract reviews, negotiations, and advisement, especially during annual renewal processes.
• Ensure alignment and collaboration with regional team members, focusing on staff development, quality control, and resource coordination.
• Support project team members in emerging business lines by fostering collaboration with the MEC Leadership Team.
• Uphold strict compliance with company and site safety policies, ensuring all projects operate within safety standards.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, business, or a related field from an accredited program is required.
• 8 years of relevant consulting experience, preferably within the transmission and distribution industry, with a focus on transmission engineering design and/or project management preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) preferred, based on years of Project Management experience.
• Proven success in client and business development, demonstrating strong relationship-building and strategic growth.
• Extensive experience in project management, including proposal development, contract negotiations, project planning, design team coordination, budgeting, schedule management, and client collaboration.
• Strong facilitation, collaboration, organization, and problem‑solving skills, ensuring smooth project execution.
• Track record of financial success, including delivering projects within budget, achieving savings, and maintaining strong profit margins.
• Ability to lead, influence, and manage teams with thoughtfulness and positivity.
• Exceptional planning and analytical skills to optimize project outcomes and decision‑making.
• Outstanding oral and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively present complex information to employees, management, and clients at all levels.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies and tools, including proficiency in Microsoft Project or equivalent software.
• Considerable e experience working with clients in the utility arena.
• Experience leading cross-disciplinary design projects.
• Ability to diffuse problematic situations with internal and external customers.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage – Reach out to learn how your deductible could be covered 100% through Garner Health!
• Company Sponsored Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability – We’ve got your back when life takes unexpected turns.
• Voluntary Coverages – Take control of your well‑being with added coverage options.
• Discounted Gym Membership – Stay active with wellness options that support your fitness goals.
• Competitive Base Salary – Earn what you're worth in a performance-driven culture.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Build your future with confidence.
• Professional Development Incentives – Get rewarded for growing your skills — including bonuses for earning your P.E. License.
• Milhouse University (Cross-Functional Training) – Expand your expertise with internal training built to elevate your career and receive PDH credits for applicable training towards professional engineering licenses, etc..
• Employee Education & Development Program – Tuition assistance and learning opportunities to keep you moving forward.
• Generous PTO + Paid Holidays – Rest, recharge, and enjoy the moments that matter most.
• Paid Parental Leave – Bond with your new arrival — and yes, we’ll even cover a year of diapers!
• Extracurricular Sports Teams – Join our summer Volleyball and Softball squads for fun off the clock.
• Employee Recognition Program – Be celebrated for the impact you make.
• Employee Referral Bonus – Bring great people on board and get paid for it.
• Transit Benefits Program – Save on your daily commute.
• Charitable Events and Activities offered through non-profit affiliate – Milhouse Charities.

Equal Opportunity

Milhouse is a pay transparency non-discrimination organization committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We ensure that all employees are compensated fairly and without bias, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, effective January 1, 2025, we include pay scales and benefits in all job postings and ensure that all promotion opportunities are communicated to current employees within 14 days of external postings. Additionally, we participate in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility and uphold compliance with federal requirements.