Electric Project Manager
Not Disclosed
Monticello, IN
5 Months
Not Disclosed
Not Disclosed
Energy & Utility
$110/hour - $115/hour
Job Posted on (Nov 25, 2025)
Reference Number: SMILEP25
Job Description
Description:
Responsibilities:
Summary
Manages the planning, estimating, permitting, schedule, budget, risk analysis, material procurement, agreements for land, engineering services, , prepares projects for bid process and assists with contractor selection, monitors field construction, and in-service facilitation and project close-out, of generation, renewable, distribution and/or transmission electric projects. Works with construction, engineering, IT, and operations stakeholders to ensure standards are followed to provide safe and reliable service to customers in an efficient, economical manner. Collaborates and strategizes with peers within the client and in industry to ensure cost effective project management that heightens the customer experience. Communicates both written and verbally with peers and leadership to provide updates and concerns.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Establishes effective scope, schedule, and cost baselines and drives change management to measure progress against plans and identifies when corrective actions are needed
Works with Construction Management to provide safe, efficient, quality construction that complies with policies, practices, procedures and standards
Collaboration between project managers, construction management, engineers, environmental, permitting, compliance, supply chain, and other project stakeholders, holding them accountable
Completes construction projects that exceeds customer expectations and meets all established project requirements
Promotes relationships with external municipalities and local authorities
Understanding and management of project contracts
Ensures timely and accurate schedule updates and invoicing
Effective team relationships throughout field and office
Project success is based on the ability to complete all projects in a safe, reliable, efficient manner, within the authorized budget, on time and with no significant environmental/regulatory notices, violations, or citations
Monitors and communicates progress of projects related to baselined schedule/milestones, forecasted/approved spends, project status updates, , material management, and land services requirements
Constant monitoring and evaluation of project risks
Required Qualifications for Position
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction, Project Management, or other related field of study
Hydroelectric, SCADA, Electric Generation Automation, and/or Telecommunications experience.
5+ years’ experience managing electric construction related projects
3+ years’ experience working with project budgets and schedules
Valid Driver’s License
Travel Percentage: 30 - 40%
Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
Knowledge of electric system design and operations including construction and contract management,
Proficiency with personal computers, construction scheduling software, Microsoft Excel, Power Point Presentations, and other computer software related to construction project management
VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status