Senior Project Manager – Utility Transmission & Distribution

I.B. Abel, Inc.

. Plan projects and administer contracts .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeMacungie • Pennsylvania • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management, including planning, scheduling, and contract administration for utility transmission and distribution projects. Proficient in financial management, safety planning, and stakeholder communication to ensure project success and adherence to quality standards.

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Project ManagementPMP CertificationMS Project ProficiencyUtility Transmission ExperienceSite-Specific Safety Planning

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Hard Skills

Project PlanningContract AdministrationChange Order ManagementBudget MonitoringSchedule CoordinationSubcontractor ManagementQuality AssuranceField Execution MonitoringRFP ReviewVendor Coordination

Soft Skills

MentoringCollaborationCommunicationProblem-SolvingWork Ethic

Tools & Technologies

MS OfficeExcelWordMS Project

Certifications & Qualifications

PMPFMIPrimavera

Industry Keywords

Utility ProjectsTransmissionDistributionConstruction ManagementSite-Specific Quality PlansProject MilestonesClient ServicePerformance MonitoringFinancial ManagementPreconstruction Meetings

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan projects and administer contracts
Review RFPs, proposals, estimates, schedules, contracts, and related documents
Prepare subcontracts and contracts for approval
Review, approve, and forward project submittals
Prepare, submit, and manage project change orders
Coordinate schedules, permits, job layouts, and preconstruction requirements
Establish and maintain construction schedules and project milestones
Coordinate subcontractors, manpower, tools, equipment, and material deliveries
Assign personnel and equipment and monitor performance and schedule adherence
Procure materials and coordinate vendor deliveries
Conduct weekly crew observations to monitor field execution, productivity, and project performance
Develop and maintain Site-Specific Safety Plans and Site-Specific Quality Plans
Incorporate safety and quality requirements into project planning and execution
Monitor project costs against budgets and financial expectations
Lead monthly WIP and Focus Job Meetings covering performance, risks, forecasts, and corrective actions
Assist Accounting with project billing and collection needs
Manage financial and operational impacts of change orders
Provide professional client service and manage client expectations
Collaborate with owners, engineers, subcontractors, and stakeholders to resolve project issues
Facilitate preconstruction and post-construction meetings
Maintain communication among project stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle
Coach and mentor Project Associates
Direct and coordinate project personnel to promote accountability and achievement of project objectives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Accounting, Finance, or another related business/mathematical discipline-focused degree program from a four-year college or technical school, or a comparable equivalent of education and work experience
Minimum of 5 years’ project management experience in utility roles related to transmission or distribution projects
Desire to mentor less experienced Project Associates
PMP, FMI, or Primavera certifications
Proficient in MS Office applications, with strong skills in Excel, Word, and MS Project
Local to Pennsylvania preferred
Regular travel to other offices, customer facilities, jobsites, and yard locations for offsite meetings
Can-do attitude and strong work ethic
Ability to collaborate effectively with various teams

Benefits

Comp & perks

Associate's Program in Project Management, Estimating, and Accounting
Learning Management System
Competitive salary
Vehicle allowance program
401(k) with company matching
Tuition reimbursement
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits package
Performance-based bonuses/incentives
Progressive PTO program that grows with tenure
Flexibility and autonomy
Flexibility to work from home when appropriate