Senior Project Manager - Utilities

Post Date

Aug 26, 2025

Location

Washington,
District Of Columbia

ZIP/Postal Code

20001
US
Oct 28, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract-to-perm

Category

Engineering (Non IT)

Req #

CHI-d52aa973-338b-4dd6-917d-bfd5f6843f41

Pay Rate

$68 - $85 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

• Lead the preparation and manage the projected budget for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors procured on the project.
• Ensure project costs stay within the forecasted budget range and implement cost-saving measures where possible.
• Develop and manage project Schedule of Values (SOV), update based on production, prepare billing packages, and submit to the customer.
• Assist in pre-construction efforts including bid preparation, contract and exhibit review, and execution planning.
• Responsible for daily, weekly, and monthly projections and progress for all construction activities.
• Provide project cost forecasting, monthly cost to complete development, and accuracy of reporting.
• Develop, submit, track, and maintain all project submittals and requests for information.
• Review cost reports and evaluate methods to reduce costs while maintaining productivity.
• Develop, submit, track, and maintain all project submittals and requests for information.
• Responsible for the invoicing or payment application process for completed scope.
• Create, maintain, and update comprehensive project schedules that reflect all aspects of the project’s scope.
Monitor the quality of weekly labor and equipment hours, material, and subcontractor reporting.

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Required Skills & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or business, or a related field is required. Experience: Minimum of 5-7 years of project management experience in high-voltage electric transmission and distribution or inside commercial, industrial electrical construction or a related field.
• Experience working on projects as an owners representative and with budgets over 50 million
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office suite, particularly strong Microsoft Excel skills. Experience with project software is preferred. (Procore, P6 OPC)
Must be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize work effectively.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.