Strategic Project Manager, Utility Electrical Distribution

Caliber Engineering Solutions; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 105,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

Caliber Engineering Solutions is seeking a Project Manager for Utility Electrical Distribution in Chicago. You will manage utility and power distribution projects from initiation to close-out, coordinating clients, engineering, scheduling, procurement, and construction teams to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery while upholding safety and quality standards.

The role requires an undergraduate degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and 3+ years of PM experience on high-budget projects,

Qualifications

• If you have a background in project management for electrical utilities, apply with confidence.
• Interest in large-scale, high-budget projects with a focus on safety and quality.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and written/verbal communication skills.
• Experience in utility, power distribution, or related electric infrastructure industries preferred; Exelon/ComEd experience favored.

Responsibilities

• Oversee or support all project phases from initiation through close-out.
• Coordinate between clients, engineering, scheduling, procurement, and construction teams.
• Develop and monitor schedules, budgets, and risk management plans.
• Ensure compliance with engineering standards, safety, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Project management

Electrical engineering knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Caliber Engineering Solutions is seeking a Project Manager for Utility Electrical Distribution in Chicago. You will manage utility and power distribution projects from initiation to close-out, coordinating clients, engineering, scheduling, procurement, and construction teams to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery while upholding safety and quality standards.

The role requires an undergraduate degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and 3+ years of PM experience on high-budget projects,