Utilities Project Manager

Actalent; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

PTO / Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Utilities Project Manager in Houston, TX for a contract-to-hire role. You will lead utility engineering designs, cost estimates, and client proposals while managing schedules and budgets across high-voltage projects.

The role requires directing engineers and technicians, deep knowledge of transmission facilities, and familiarity with standards like NESC and IEEE. 25–30% travel may be involved.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree required.
• 4+ years of experience in Power Transmission Design.
• Ability to independently direct a team of Engineers and Engineering Technicians.
• Familiarity with NESC, ASCE, IEEE, and other industry standards.
• Experience with Transmission Design Software such as PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, PLS-TOWER, or SAG10.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Project).

Responsibilities

• Lead projects in preparation of utility engineering designs, cost estimates, and customer billing.
• Manage engineering and financial aspects of multiple projects from 34.5kV to 500kV.
• Prepare scope and estimates for proposals and statements of qualifications to utility clients.
• Develop project work plans and budget projections to deploy resources.
• Review and interpret business metrics like backlog, WIP, AR, and revenue.
• Prepare, maintain, and coordinate schedules of multiple projects.
• Develop and track milestones to ensure on-time delivery.
• Provide guidance for communication with stakeholders.
• Coordinate internal and external reviews of designs before submissions.
• Collaborate on policies reflecting best engineering practices.
• Collaborate on company-wide initiatives and client relationships.
• Maintain relationships with existing clients and identify future opportunities.

Skills

ABET-accredited degreed engineer

Team leadership

Project planning and execution

Transmission facilities knowledge

Industry standards familiarity

Industry design software

MS Office proficiency

Communication with stakeholders

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree (Civil/Structural/Electrical)

Tools

PLS-CADD

PLS-POLE

PLS-TOWER

SAG10

Job description

Job Title: Utilities Project Manager

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Lead projects in the preparation of utility engineering designs, cost estimates, and customer billing.

• Manage the engineering and financial aspects of multiple projects ranging from 34.5kV to 500kV.

• Prepare scope and estimates for proposals and statements of qualifications to utility clients.

• Develop project work plans and budget projections to effectively deploy resources.

• Review, interpret, and act upon business metrics including backlog, work in process, account receivables, and revenue.

• Prepare, maintain, and coordinate schedules of multiple concurrent projects.

• Develop and track milestones to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery.

• Manage and provide guidance and direction for professional communication with internal and external stakeholders.

• Coordinate internal and external reviews of designs completed prior to submissions.

• Collaborate with department management to develop, evaluate, and implement new policies and procedures reflecting best engineering practices.

• Collaborate with other departments and divisions on company-wide initiatives.

• Maintain strong relationships with existing clients and seek opportunities with potential future clients.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Structural, or Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.

• 4+ years of experience in Power Transmission Design.

• Professional disposition and openness to planning and execution of projects.

• Ability to independently direct a team of Engineers and Engineering Technicians.

• Knowledge of overhead and underground Transmission facilities.

• Familiarity with NESC, ASCE, IEEE, and other industry-relevant standards.

• Understanding of industry design software.

• Proficiency in MS Office Software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint & Project).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Active PE or PMP licensure is preferred.

• Experience leading an engineering team, demonstrating proficiency in resource management and delegation of engineering tasks.

• Experience providing technical direction for a department or organization in the field of expertise.

• Experience with Transmission Design Software such as PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, PLS-TOWER, or SAG10.

• Ambitious to transition into Program Management focusing on large capital projects.

• Experience managing a portfolio of projects, not just a single project.

Work Environment

The role involves 25% - 30% travel, which may be heavier initially. The position is based in-office at one of the nearest offices. The environment is designed to support growth and collaboration, providing opportunities for long-term career advancement within the power industry, which is currently in growth mode with substantial investment.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Houston, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $58.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Houston,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 2, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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