Utility Project Manager - Electric Distribution

CARIAN; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 120,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Strong compensation

Full benefits

401(k) match

Job summary

A purpose-driven consulting firm based in Washington, DC is seeking an experienced Utility Project Manager to oversee major electric distribution projects. The role requires 8+ years of utility project management experience and a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Responsibilities include managing project delivery, coordinating with various stakeholders, and ensuring compliance. Ideal candidates will be PMP certified. Competitive salary range is $120,000 – $155,000 annually with additional benefits.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant utility project management experience.
• PMP certification required or commitment to obtain within 3 months.
• Experience with Exelon-family utilities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end delivery of electric distribution projects.
• Manage scope, schedule, budget, and risk across assigned workstreams.
• Coordinate with engineering, construction, and utility stakeholders.

Skills

Utility project management

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related field

Job description

Utility Project Manager – Electric Distribution

Location: Washington, DC (Client Site – Penn Quarter)
Job Type: Full-Time

About Us

CARIAN is a purpose-driven, woman-owned consulting and advisory firm dedicated exclusively to the power sector. We partner with leading electric and gas utilities to provide strategic advisory and disciplined execution across program management, business intelligence, and field execution oversight. Guided by integrity, trust, excellence, and accountability, our team helps deliver complex capital programs and build the resilient energy infrastructure that communities depend on.

Position Overview

CARIAN is seeking an experienced Utility Project Manager with strong electric distribution experience to support major utility capital programs in the Mid-Atlantic region. This role works closely with client stakeholders and is responsible for driving scope, schedule, and cross‑functional coordination across active distribution initiatives.

The ideal candidate brings hands‑on utility project delivery experience and is comfortable operating in a fast‑paced, client‑facing environment with regular presence at client and field locations.

All positions require a minimum of three days per week on‑site at the client or CARIAN office, frequent visits to active job sites, and may require full five‑day on‑site presence based on program needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead end‑to‑end delivery of electric distribution projects within utility capital programs

• Manage scope, schedule, budget, and risk across assigned workstreams

• Coordinate with engineering, construction, and utility stakeholders

• Monitor contractor performance and project progress against plan

• Support status reporting, forecasting, and executive updates

• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies

• Ensure compliance with utility standards, safety requirements, and regulatory expectations

• Support field visits and site coordination activities as required

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related technical field required.

• Experience Level: 8+ years of relevant utility project management experience

• Demonstrated experience supporting electric distribution programs

• PMP certification required or commitment to obtain within 3 months of employment

• Experience with Exelon‑family utilities strongly preferred (Pepco, ACE, DPL, PECO, BGE, ComEd)

• If not Exelon, experience with Northeast or Mid‑Atlantic utilities preferred

• Strong stakeholder management and cross‑functional coordination skills

• Must reside within the DC, Maryland, or Northern Virginia footprint

• Willingness to support frequent job site visits and on‑site work

Why CARIAN

• Purpose‑driven work – Help deliver infrastructure that powers communities

• Industry reputation – Trusted by leading utilities for our reliability and results

• Career growth – Opportunities to lead major programs and mentor high-performing teams

• Collaborative culture – Join a team that values delivery excellence and long‑term relationships

• Competitive total rewards – Strong compensation, full benefits, 401(k) match, and meaningful work

Equal Employment Opportunity

CARIAN is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire and develop talent based on qualifications, performance, and business needs. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. As a woman‑owned firm dedicated to the power sector, we are committed to building a team that reflects professionalism, expertise, and integrity at every level.

Compensation

The base salary range for this role is $120,000 – $155,000 annually. This range represents a good‑faith estimate at the time of posting; actual compensation will depend on experience, qualifications, and other factors permitted by law. In addition to base salary, the role includes eligibility for bonus incentives, a comprehensive benefits package, and a company 401(k) match.