Project Managers Electric Utilities NJ, MD/ VA

BOSWELL; South Hackensack (NJ); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Financial Security

Work-Life Balance

Professional Development

Job summary

Boswell is seeking Utilities Project Managers to oversee electrical infrastructure projects (substation, transmission, distribution) from inception through pre-construction, with hybrid meetings in NJ and client sites in NJ/MD/VA.

Qualified candidates hold a Bachelor's in Engineering/Business/Finance/Construction Management, 5+ years PM experience in electric utilities, and proficiency with Primavera, MS Project, PowerBI, and SAP data mining.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Engineering, Business, Finance, or Construction Management.
• Minimum 5+ years of related project management experience in electric utility transmission/distribution/substation.
• Experience managing budgets, contractors and stakeholders, financials and accruals, and delivering projects safely on time and within budgets.
• Current US Citizenship or Permanent Resident Status is required for site access.

Responsibilities

• Scope & Portfolio Management: Develop detailed project scopes, refine budget estimates, and balance the 10-year capital portfolio.
• Pre-Construction Oversight: Own project development phase to ensure constructability, manage risks, and adhere to internal project lifecycle processes.
• Financial & Data Analysis: Perform financial analysis, cost forecasting, and data mining using enterprise systems.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Interface with internal teams, external contractors, and leadership to communicate portfolio goals, timelines, and resource requirements.
• Safety & Compliance: Champion a safety culture, ensure environmental and regulatory compliance, and align project components with company standards.

Skills

Primavera

MS Project

PowerBI

SAP data mining

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Finance, or Construction Management

Job description

Location: Hybrid -NJ Office meetings & Client site meetings as needed in NJ and MD/ VA

Department: Power & Energy/ Electric Utilities

About Boswell

Since our founding in 1924, Boswell has evolved into a fully integrated, multi-disciplinary, nationally awarded engineering firm offering professional consulting services to public and private sector clients. For over a century, we have established ourselves as a premier provider of comprehensive engineering solutions, building a reputation for excellence, integrity, and innovation.

At Boswell, we recognize that the individuals who work here will always be our greatest asset. We take pride in fostering a positive internal culture and an environment that promotes employee satisfaction and professional growth.

Role Summary

Due to consistent client requests, Boswell is seeking additional Utilities Project Managers to oversee electrical infrastructure projects (like substation, transmission or distribution lines) from inception through the pre-construction phase. We also have one Project Development PM need for an experienced PM who will manage project scope, schedule, and budget to mitigate risk and ensure constructability before releasing the project for actual construction (to other PMs).

Key Responsibilities

• Scope & Portfolio Management: Develop detailed project scopes, refine budget estimates, and balance the 10-year capital portfolio
• Pre-Construction Oversight: Own project development phase to ensure constructability, manage risks, and adhere to internal project lifecycle management processes
• Financial & Data Analysis: Perform financial analysis, cost forecasting, and data mining using enterprise systems
• Stakeholder Coordination: Interface with internal teams, external contractors, and leadership to communicate portfolio goals, timelines, and resource requirements
• Safety & Compliance: Champion a safety culture, ensure environmental and regulatory compliance, and align project components with company standards

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Finance, or Construction Management
• Experience: Requires a minimum of 5+ years of related experience in project management, engineering, finance, or electric utility transmission/ distribution/ substation oversight directly supporting electrical utility major capital projects
• Experience managing budgets, all contractors and stakeholders, financials and accruals as well as site safety and delivering projects safely on-time and within budgets
• Current US Citizenship or Permanent Resident Status is required by Client for site access.

(Note that this is not an Agile, Scrum, Waterfall PM role)

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Primavera, MS Project), Microsoft Office, PowerBI, and SAP data mining
• Soft Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication, analytical ability, time management, and the ability to present complex data to senior leadership

Compensation, Benefits & Growth

We recognize that the best way to provide services of the highest quality is by investing in our employees.

Total Rewards:

• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance; Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Financial Security: 401(k) with company match, company-paid life insurance, and Short-Term/Long-Term Disability (STD/ LTD)
• Work-Life Balance: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) including vacation, sick days, and holidays; Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Professional Development: Expert training and mentoring through the Boswell Academy and tuition assistance programs

Pay Transparency: In accordance with local law, the range below is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition. Actual compensation will vary based on specific relevant experience, education, certifications, and other compensable factors.

• Salary Range: $130,000.00 - $155,000.00 / Year

AAP/ EEO/ M/ F/ D/ V Statement

Boswell is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, citizenship status, marital status, physical or mental disability, military/veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.