Project Manager (Utilities)

Linked Professional Services; Detroit (MI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Prescription coverage

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid holidays

PTO after 120 days

Parental leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Life insurance

Job summary

Linked, LLC is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead complex utility projects from initiation through completion. The role requires coordinating cross-functional teams, clients, and regulatory stakeholders to meet scope, schedule, budget, safety, and quality goals.

The position offers a Hybrid – On-Site 3 Days/Week, Remote 2 Days/Week arrangement and requires strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills to drive project success across multiple assignments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, General Business, or a related field.
• 5+ years of project management experience in the utility industry.
• PMP certification or equivalent preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Excel, Power BI, and SharePoint.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with tight deadlines.
• Ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and external resources.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work with clients, leadership, field personnel, and regulatory stakeholders.
• Competitive compensation; comprehensive benefits.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of project management, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout
• Coordinate internal and external resources to ensure successful project execution
• Manage and track project budgets, schedules, risks, and deliverables
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and project stakeholders
• Prepare project status reports, forecasts, and presentations for clients and leadership
• Ensure projects comply with regulatory requirements, safety protocols, and industry standards
• Identify potential project risks and develop solutions to keep projects on track
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and priorities
• Mentor and support project team members, including project coordinators and field staff
• Communicate project updates, requirements, and expectations effectively with internal and external stakeholders

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Multi-project management

Cross-functional coordination

Attention to detail

Regulatory stakeholder liaison

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, General Business, or related field

PMP certification

Tools

Microsoft Project

Excel

Power BI

SharePoint

Job description

Job Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Work Arrangement: Hybrid – On-Site 3 Days/Week, Remote 2 Days/Week

Position Summary

We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Project Manager to lead complex utility projects from initiation through completion. This position will work closely with cross-functional teams, clients, and regulatory stakeholders to ensure projects meet scope, schedule, budget, safety, and quality expectations.

Responsibilities

• Lead all phases of project management, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closeout
• Coordinate internal and external resources to ensure successful project execution
• Manage and track project budgets, schedules, risks, and deliverables
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and project stakeholders
• Prepare project status reports, forecasts, and presentations for clients and leadership
• Ensure projects comply with regulatory requirements, safety protocols, and industry standards
• Identify potential project risks and develop solutions to keep projects on track
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and prioritiesMentor and support project team members, including project coordinators and field staff
• Communicate project updates, requirements, and expectations effectively with internal and external stakeholders

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, General Business, or a related field
• 5+ years of project management experience
• 5+ years of utility industry experience
• PMP certification or equivalent preferred
• Proficiency with Microsoft Project, Excel, Power BI, and SharePoint
• Leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines
• Ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and external resources
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work effectively with clients, leadership, field personnel, and regulatory stakeholders
• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Comprehensive medical and prescription coverage
• Dental and vision insurance
• Employer-paid medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage for employees and qualifying family members after 90 days
• 401(k) plan with up to 4% employer match after 6 months
• 401(k) fully vested on day one
• Employer-paid group term life insurance and long-term disability
• Additional voluntary benefits, including:
  • Accident
  • Critical Illness
  • Short-Term Disability
  • HFSA and DCA
  • Life and AD&D
• Paid holidays
• PTO available after 120 days, with additional PTO vesting over time
• Parental leave for eligible employees
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), including confidential counseling, coaching, and financial planning resources

Linked, LLC is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We celebrate and embrace differences and are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Our goal is to ensure that every employee and applicant is treated with respect and fairness. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates and are committed to making reasonable accommodations to support diverse needs throughout the hiring process. Linked, LLC is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to fostering a work environment where everyone can thrive.