Senior Project Manager

Kapower; Hartford (CT); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401K with company match

Paid Holidays and PTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Parking and Transit Reimbursement

Job summary

K&A Power Group, a private engineering firm serving utility and industrial clients, seeks a Senior Project Manager in Hartford, Connecticut. You will lead transmission asset capital projects, focusing on early scoping, asset conditions, capital planning, and advancing work to construction-ready status within the Shovel-Ready Initiative.

Responsibilities include coordinating multidisciplinary teams, managing scope and costs, reviewing siting documents, and delivering progress reports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering preferred; other degrees considered with equivalent experience.
• Ten years related experience, including at least three years in Project Management.
• Experience in transmission line construction is highly desirable.
• Valid Driver’s License is required.
• Willingness to travel MA/CT/NH and participate in emergency restoration as needed.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate internal and external resources to support project scope (Engineering, Outage Planning, Site/Permitting, Stakeholder Engagement, Scheduling, Safety, Cost Analysis, Procurement, Contract Administration, Field inspections).
• Drive project schedule, manage scope, and control costs.
• Develop and review siting documents, RFIs, Submittals, requisitions, invoices, and Change Orders.
• Lead recurring team meetings and support change management negotiations with Owner and contractors.
• Prepare cost sheets and presentations; report on progress, costs, and safety concerns; support ERP/Storm systems.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Master’s Degree (preferred)

Job description

At K&A, our employees are at the heart of everything we do, driving our success through their talent, dedication, and passion.

K&A Power Group – is a privately held engineering firm delivering worldclass technical expertise and engineering excellence to power utility and industrial clients across the United States, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. We provide comprehensive consulting, engineering and design, program and project management, construction management, and EPC services, specializing in substation, transmission, distribution, and distributed energy resources. We pride ourselves on attracting and developing top talent, building a culture of excellence, and building meaningful, long‑term relationships with our employees, clients and communities, wherever they are in the world.

Powered By Innovation, Passion, And Purpose.

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Senior Project Manager to join our team at K&A Power Group in Berlin, Connecticut. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects that make a real impact in the energy and utility sectors. You’ll be part of a dynamic, people‑focused team where your expertise, ideas, and contributions will be valued and celebrated.

The Project Manager leads the development of transmission asset capital projects with a strong focus on early scoping, asset‑condition identification, capital‑planning alignment, and proactively advancing projects to construction‑ready status. The role is a key contributor to the Shovel‑Ready Initiative, supporting identification and prioritization of transmission asset‑condition projects and advancing their design and development to maintain a steady shelf of construction‑ready work that mitigates future financial gaps in the capital plan

• Coordinating internal and external resources to support project scope. These resources include the following, which are included but not limited to:
  • Engineering
  • Outage Planning
  • Site and Permitting
  • Stakeholder Engagement
  • Scheduling
  • Safety
  • Cost Analysis
  • Project Closeout
  • Procurement
  • Contract Administration
  • Field operations/inspections
• Driving project schedule, managing scope, and controlling project costs
• Assisting with the execution and development of project siting requirements, which may involve site applications, petitions, development and management plans, and other applicable siting documents
• Administering/reviewing/developing the following items:
  • RFIs
  • Submittals
  • Desktop requisitions
  • Invoice review & approval
  • Change orders/Change Management
• Conducting reoccurring team meetings with leads from each project function, including action item tracking and coordination of follow up on outstanding items. The focus of these meetings will naturally shift to construction phase execution.
• Establishing and coordinating change management. This includes tracking the status and reporting on change management with Owner, as well as participating and/or facilitating change management negotiations and discussions with Owner’s contractors and suppliers.
• Working with Owner to administer contracts on Owner’s paper for construction phase owner supplied materials and construction services, as well as any remaining preconstruction work scope.
• Coordinating between material and equipment vendors and construction contractors
• Developing and reviewing technical bid documents
• Preparing presentations to applicable project stakeholders
• Providing requirements and inputs for basis of contract negotiations
• Preparing and presenting project cost sheets to Owner executive management
• Reporting regularly on project progress, cost and schedule metrics, procurement issues, safety or environmental concerns, design questions, potential project impacts.
• Support the integration and use of E‑Builder
• Support Storm/ERP support as required

What we’re looking for:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (preferred) or bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business or the equivalent degree will be considered or equivalent experience
• Master’s Degree is preferred; Project Management class work is desirable
• Ten (10) years of related experience; to include at least three (3) years of Project Management experience
• Experience in the Construction of Transmission Lines is highly desirable
• Valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s License is required
• Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
• Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.
• Work is performed primarily in an office environment which requires sitting, standing and general movement throughout the office area.
• Limited travel will be required between office, project sites, and stakeholder locations.
• Work will require visiting field construction sites including high voltage substations and utility Rights‑of‑Way.
• Attends to problems in off‑hours and for extended periods, if necessary. Will also be assigned a storm/incident response role.

Pay Range $140,000—$160,000/year

Why Join K&A?

People-First Culture:

We put our people at the center of everything we do, creating an environment where your professional and personal growth is a top priority.

Innovation & Learning:

We encourage continuous learning and invest in your development through training, mentorship, and hands‑on experience.

Collaborative Team Environment:

We believe in the power of collaboration and working together to achieve the best outcomes for our clients and employees.

Recognition & Growth:

We’ve earned our reputation through uncompromising precision and a commitment to excellence. As an agile and fast‑growing company, we offer plenty of opportunities for your career advancement and growth.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care Spending Account
• 401K (Traditional and Roth with company match)
• Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)
• Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of employment
• Paid Holidays and Flexible PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Parking and Transit Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance

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The salary range for this role considers a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to technical ability, experience and training, licenses and certifications, and other related skillsets. The disclosed range is an estimate and has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.