Site/Civil Project Manager – Energy Group

Woolpert

. Lead energy-related projects from initiation through closeout, ensuring successful delivery of scope, schedule, budget, quality, and client requirements.

Posted 10/1/2026full-timeRemote • Ohio • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $101,200 - $151,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management within the energy sector, including budget management, risk assessment, and stakeholder engagement. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver projects that meet quality standards and client expectations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification5+ Years Project Management ExperienceBudget Management and Financial PerformanceRisk Management and Stakeholder EngagementExperience with Deltek Vantagepoint or Primavera P6

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementBudgetingRisk ManagementSchedulingClient CommunicationDeliverable ManagementChange Order ManagementPerformance Metrics ReviewProposal DevelopmentResource Forecasting

Soft Skills

LeadershipDecision-MakingOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsClient Service Orientation

Tools & Technologies

Deltek VantagepointMicrosoft ProjectPrimavera P6

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP)Professional Engineer (PE) License

Industry Keywords

Energy ProjectsUtility ManagementCivil InfrastructureRenewable EnergyTransmission and DistributionNatural GasSubstation ProjectsPipeline Projects

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead energy-related projects from initiation through closeout, ensuring successful delivery of scope, schedule, budget, quality, and client requirements.
Develop and manage project work plans, schedules, budgets, resource forecasts, and project documentation.
Monitor project performance and proactively identify, communicate, and resolve risks, issues, and schedule impacts.
Coordinate cross-functional teams including engineering, design, GIS, survey, environmental, permitting, and construction support staff.
Ensure project deliverables meet Woolpert quality standards and client expectations.
Build and maintain relationships with utility, energy, and infrastructure clients.
Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned projects.
Lead project status meetings and communicate progress, risks, and key decisions to stakeholders.
Identify opportunities to expand services and support client growth initiatives.
Manage project budgets, profitability, invoicing, forecasts, and overall financial performance.
Monitor labor utilization, subcontractor costs, and project expenditures.
Review project performance metrics and implement corrective actions.
Support contract administration, change order management, and scope negotiations.
Facilitate communication and collaboration among project teams, clients, and leadership.
Mentor and support developing project managers, engineers, and technical staff.
Promote accountability, safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Align project execution with business objectives alongside Market Leaders, Program Directors, and Discipline Leaders.
Assist with proposals, staffing plans, project budgets, and client presentations.
Participate in project pursuits and strategic growth initiatives.
Support long-term client relationships within the energy market.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Business, or a related field. Equivalent experience may be considered.
5+ years of project management experience supporting energy, utility, civil infrastructure, engineering, or related projects.
Demonstrated experience managing project schedules, budgets, client communications, and deliverables.
Strong understanding of project management principles, risk management, budgeting, forecasting, and stakeholder engagement.
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
Experience supporting electric utility, transmission and distribution, renewable energy, natural gas, substation, or pipeline projects preferred.
Experience using Deltek Vantagepoint, Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or similar project management tools preferred.
Experience managing multidisciplinary engineering and infrastructure teams preferred.
Strong leadership and decision-making capabilities.
Ability to identify project risks early and drive resolution.
Strong business acumen and financial management skills.
Ability to influence stakeholders and build consensus.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
Commitment to delivering exceptional client service.
Ability to independently prioritize work and adapt to changing project demands.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Freedom to Work program: Set your own schedule and location (as appropriate).
Principal program: Earn the opportunity to become an owner of the firm.
Flexible paid time off/vacation: Take time off when it makes sense for you and your team.
Career development: Explore a wide range of learning and growth opportunities within and across industries.
Health, life, vision, and dental insurance: Cover all your medical bases.
Paid sick time
Retirement plan
Fitness reimbursement
Pet insurance
Identity protection
Technology stipend
Employee assistance program
Competitive pay
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