Project Manager (utilities experience)

AtkinsRéalis; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design and engineering consultancy seeks a Project Manager with utilities experience to oversee capital projects. The role involves managing project teams, client communication, and ensuring compliance. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered, with locations in Rochester, Binghamton, and more.

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Insurance

PTO

Parental leave

Retirement plan with employer match

Educational support

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of utility project management experience.
• PMI-certified (PMP or Program Management Professional).
• Understanding of project management, design & construction.

Responsibilities

• Provide management and daily leadership for project teams.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and contractors.
• Create and execute project plans, revising as needed.

Skills

Communication

Analytical

Decision-Making

Education

Bachelor’s degree

MBA

Tools

Primavera

MS Office

Job description

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Our Utility Sector team is growing! The Utility Project Manager supports electrical utility capital projects including substation upgrades, transmission line upgrades, hydro projects, Smart Grids, environmental compliance work, and gas projects. We are hiring multiple Project Managers in the following locations:

• Rochester, NY
• Binghamton, NY
• Augusta, ME
• Orange, CT

About Us

AtkinsRéalis is a leading design, engineering, and project management consultancy with over 50 years of experience serving public and private clients across the United States. We focus on infrastructure planning, engineering, construction, environmental consulting, urban planning, architecture, and program management, especially in the transition to a low-carbon economy.

How will you contribute to the team?

• Provide management and daily leadership for AtkinsRéalis project teams.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, contractors, and consultants.
• Create and execute project plans, revising as needed.
• Manage operational aspects and scope of services.
• Promote effective communication among stakeholders.
• Implement management systems supporting quality, safety, risk, and change control.
• Identify resources and assign responsibilities.
• Review deliverables and prepare for project reviews.
• Minimize project risks and ensure proper documentation.
• Track and report team hours and expenses.
• Support financial management including forecasting, invoicing, and receivables.
• Manage legal documents and support project legal compliance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What will you contribute?

• Minimum 5+ years of utility project management experience.
• Bachelor’s degree; Engineering or MBA preferred.
• PMI-certified (PMP or Program Management Professional).
• Understanding of project management, design & construction, CPM scheduling, cost modeling, and risk analysis.
• Proficiency with Primavera, Expedition/Prolong, Epoch, CATO, and MS Office suite.
• Strong communication, analytical, and decision-making skills.

What We Offer

We provide a comprehensive rewards package including competitive salary, flexible schedules, insurance, PTO, parental leave, retirement plan with employer match, EAP, Employee Resource Groups, and educational support.

Additional Information

Expected salary range: $85,000 - $125,000/year, depending on experience and location. We are hiring in Binghamton, Rochester, Orange, and Augusta, with relocation assistance available. All candidates must pass a background check and drug screening. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity.