Distribution Project Manager

About Us
Welcome to United Utility Services, a dynamic player in the electric utility industry. As a trailblazer, we provide comprehensive and innovative offerings that bolster power infrastructure investments across the U.S. We proudly serve as the parent company to industry-leading utility service contractors specializing in transmission, substation, distribution, and grid hardening projects. Our Core Values are clear and simple: Safety, Quality, Integrity, and Professionalism. At United Utility Services, we craft power delivery solutions – built safe, engineered smart, and driven by what customers demand – fueling communities with reliable energy. We are the best-in-class, trusted partner delivering customer-centric Power Delivery Construction and Engineering solutions.

Final compensation
Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the role.

Benefits
Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options where applicable; 401(k) with company match; paid time off; company-paid holidays; and short and long-term disability.

About The Role
The Distribution Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and successfully delivering utility distribution construction projects. This role manages project scope, schedules, budgets, resources, subcontractors, and client relationships while ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company and customer requirements. The Distribution Project Manager serves as the primary liaison between operations, construction teams, engineering, customers, and leadership to drive successful project outcomes.

Oversee multiple distribution construction projects from initiation through closeout.

Manage project budgets, forecasts, schedules, and profitability.

Coordinate project resources, subcontractors, vendors, materials, and equipment.

Lead project planning meetings and ongoing progress reviews.

Monitor construction activities to ensure adherence to scope, quality, and safety standards.

Track project milestones and proactively resolve issues affecting schedule, budget, or performance.

Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers and key stakeholders.

Review contracts, project scope documents, work orders, and change orders.

Prepare and present project status updates to customers and company leadership.

Collaborate with operations, field supervision, engineering, estimating, and business support teams.

Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, customer requirements, and company safety policies.

Manage project documentation, reporting, invoicing, and project closeout activities.

Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and project execution processes.

Support business development efforts through customer engagement and proposal reviews.

About Us
Welcome to United Utility Services, a dynamic player in the electric utility industry. As a trailblazer, we provide comprehensive and innovative offerings that bolster power infrastructure investments across the U.S. We proudly serve as the parent company to industry-leading utility service contractors specializing in transmission, substation, distribution, and grid hardening projects. Our Core Values are clear and simple: Safety, Quality, Integrity, and Professionalism. At United Utility Services, we craft power delivery solutions – built safe, engineered smart, and driven by what customers demand – fueling communities with reliable energy. We are the best-in-class, trusted partner delivering customer-centric Power Delivery Construction and Engineering solutions.

Location
Commerce City, CO

Benefits
Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options where applicable; 401(k) with company match; paid time off; company-paid holidays; and short and long-term disability.

The Salary Range
The salary range for this position 120,000.00-160,000.00

Final compensation
Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and overall fit for the role.

About The Role
The Distribution Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and successfully delivering utility distribution construction projects. This role manages project scope, schedules, budgets, resources, subcontractors, and client relationships while ensuring all work is completed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company and customer requirements. The Distribution Project Manager serves as the primary liaison between operations, construction teams, engineering, customers, and leadership to drive successful project outcomes.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Oversee multiple distribution construction projects from initiation through closeout.

Manage project budgets, forecasts, schedules, and profitability.

Coordinate project resources, subcontractors, vendors, materials, and equipment.

Lead project planning meetings and ongoing progress reviews.

Monitor construction activities to ensure adherence to scope, quality, and safety standards.

Track project milestones and proactively resolve issues affecting schedule, budget, or performance.

Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers and key stakeholders.

Review contracts, project scope documents, work orders, and change orders.

Prepare and present project status updates to customers and company leadership.

Collaborate with operations, field supervision, engineering, estimating, and business support teams.

Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, customer requirements, and company safety policies.

Manage project documentation, reporting, invoicing, and project closeout activities.

Identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and project execution processes.

Support business development efforts through customer engagement and proposal reviews.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Business, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field preferred.

5+ years of project management experience in utility construction, infrastructure, telecommunications, power delivery, underground utilities, or related industries.

Demonstrated experience managing project budgets, schedules, and customer expectations.

Experience overseeing multiple concurrent projects.

Strong understanding of construction practices and project delivery methods.

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel and Project.

Valid driver's license and ability to travel as required.

Preferred Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Experience supporting electric distribution, gas distribution, telecommunications, or underground utility projects.

Experience managing self-performing and subcontractor workforces.

Knowledge of project scheduling and cost control methodologies.

Experience working in a fast-paced, customer-focused construction environment.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Strong leadership and team-building skills.

Excellent communication and relationship management abilities.

Strong financial and business acumen.

Ability to prioritize and manage multiple competing deadlines.

Effective negotiation and conflict-resolution skills.

Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.

Ability to interpret contracts, construction drawings, and project specifications.

Proven ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Working Conditions

Combination of office, field, and customer-site environments.

Regular travel to project locations.

May require occasional evening or weekend work based on project demands.

Exposure to active construction environments require appropriate PPE.

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb, and navigate construction sites.

Ability to occasionally lift to 25 pounds.

Ability to work in varying weather and field conditions as necessary.

Ideal Backgrounds
This role would be well suited for candidates with experience in:

Electric Utility Construction

Power Distribution

Underground Utility Construction

Transmission & Distribution (T&D)

EPC Project Delivery

Utility Services Contracting

Work Environment / Physical Requirements
This position is primarily office-based. Travel is expected to be limited and based on project needs.

Additional Notes
Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice based on business needs. This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications.

Application Deadline
This posting will remain open for a minimum of five (5) calendar days. The Company reserves the right to extend or close the posting based on business needs and applicable policy requirements.

Important Information
Applicants may be asked:
"Are you currently employed by the Company?"

For standard external opportunities, this question is used for applicant classification, reporting, and workforce analytics purposes only.

We do not accept unsolicited resumes or candidate submissions from third-party recruiters or staffing firms. Resumes submitted without a signed, written agreement with the Company and outside the approved HR/Recruiter process will not be reviewed or considered, and the Company will not be responsible for any associated fees.

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