Project Manager

Position Overview :

The Project Manager I (PM-I) position carries single-point accountability or may operate under the general direction of a Project Director or Senior Project Manager. The PM-I is responsible for managing—or assisting with the management of—all phases of project planning and execution to ensure the successful delivery of assigned projects. This includes oversight of scope, schedule, cost, quality, environmental and safety standards, communications, security, and overall project integration, with a strong emphasis on electrical systems, electrical project coordination, and electrical construction or maintenance activities when applicable.

Project Portfolio & Risk Level :

The PM-I is typically assigned a portfolio of “White” or “Green” ranked projects per the Project Management Center of Excellence Risk-Informed Project Ranking Process. Higher-risk projects may also be assigned when supported by an Enhanced Support and Oversight Plan (ESOP) . Assigned projects generally carry Low to Moderate risk levels , potentially impacting multiple areas of the company, senior leadership, or external regulatory agencies.

PM-I professionals may also be assigned electrical-focused projects —such as substation upgrades, electrical equipment replacements, distribution or transmission work, or electrical system reliability initiatives—based on technical experience and skill sets.

Responsibilities & Leadership Expectations :

PM-I employees serve as unifying agents providing leadership, decision-making, coordination, and control across all aspects of assigned projects. They ensure adherence to company policies, standards, procedures, and system requirements.

When overseeing electrical projects , the PM-I may coordinate with electrical engineers, field crews, contractors, OEMs, and system operators to ensure safe work execution, electrical code compliance, adherence to energized work policies, and timely energization or commissioning activities.

Entry Requirements :

Entry into this role is based on demonstrated experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities aligned with business unit needs, particularly the ability to manage a portfolio that may include electrical construction, maintenance, or infrastructure projects .

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of project management experience , preferably including exposure to electrical infrastructure, utility systems, power distribution, or electrical construction projects.
• Graduation from a two-year college or university (technical or engineering-related focus preferred but not required).