Project Manager- Storm

PowerGrid Services; Indiana (PA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

PowerGrid Services seeks a Storm Project Manager to plan, coordinate, and execute storm response operations across assigned events. This hybrid role requires travel to select storm events and oversight of mobilization, field activity tracking, subcontractor coordination, and cross-functional communication.

You will own end-to-end delivery, drive timely decisions, ensure documentation accuracy for billing, and provide leadership across field teams, customers, and executives during the storm

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience in utility/construction environments.
• Direct experience in storm restoration or emergency response operations.
• Experience leading a coordination team or supervising subcontractors preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead storm mobilization, crew scheduling, roster management, and resource deployment.
• Coordinate with subcontractors, field personnel, and leadership for timely response.
• Own daily storm activity tracking, including workforce, production, and equipment usage.
• Ensure accurate documentation for billing and compliance.
• Communicate with field teams, customers, and leadership across the storm lifecycle.
• Escalate risks and gaps with recommended actions.

Skills

PM experience

Coordination leadership

Stakeholder comms

Microsoft Office

Travel readiness

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Storm Project Manager is responsible for the planning, coordination, and execution of storm response operations across assigned events. This role owns end-to-end operational delivery — leading mobilization, directing field activity tracking, managing subcontractor coordination, and driving communication across field teams, customers, and leadership throughout the storm lifecycle.

This is a hybrid role. The Project Manager travels to select storm events based on scope, duration, complexity, and customer requirements, and manages remaining events remotely from the office. The role operates in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment and is accountable for organization, documentation accuracy, and real-time operational visibility across all assigned storm restoration efforts.

Key Responsibilities

Storm Operations Management

• Lead storm mobilization efforts, including crew scheduling, roster management, and resource deployment across assigned events
• Direct coordination with subcontractors, field personnel, and operations leadership to ensure timely and efficient response
• Own daily storm activity tracking, including crew counts, production, equipment usage, and operational status
• Oversee documentation accuracy across timesheets, daily reports, logs, and records required for billing and compliance
• Manage communication flow between field teams, leadership, customers, and support functions during active storm events
• Escalate operational risks, delays, and resource gaps to leadership with recommended actions

Operational Tracking & Reporting

• Establish and maintain real-time operational reporting for leadership and customer review
• Ensure completeness and accuracy of all storm-related documentation and submissions
• Own data quality for billing, reconciliation, and customer reporting requirements
• Track key operational metrics and lead performance reporting for assigned events

Team & Subcontractor Management

• Manage onboarding and coordination of subcontractors and field personnel through storm events
• Provide direction and support to Project Coordinators and other operational staff assigned to events
• Coordinate cross-functionally with Safety, HR, and Finance to support storm operations
• Maintain organized records of storm-related activity and hold the team accountable to documentation standards

Work Arrangement & Travel

• Travel to storm events as assigned based on event scope, duration, complexity, and customer needs
• Manage remaining events remotely from the office with equivalent visibility, accountability, and responsiveness
• Deploy on short notice during active storm season, with travel duration varying by event

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in project management, operations, or field management within utility, construction, or infrastructure environments
• Direct experience managing or supporting storm restoration or emergency response operations required
• Prior experience leading a coordination team or supervising subcontractors preferred
• Strong organizational, decision-making, and multitasking skills in fast-paced environments
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and utility operational and billing systems
• Willingness and ability to travel to storm events on short notice, with duration varying by event

Core Competencies

• Strong leadership, coordination, and decision-making skills
• Ability to perform effectively under pressure and time-sensitive conditions
• Clear and professional communication across field, office, customer, and executive audiences
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy, accountability, and follow-through
• Proactive, ownership-driven, and outcomes-focused mindset
• Comfortable operating with autonomy in both remote and on-site environments

This job description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the Company