Project Manager

Title: Project ManagerLocation: Columbus, OHDuration: Contract to HireJob Description:We are seeking a Project Manager – Transmission & Capital Projects to support a high-visibility portfolio of competitive transmission and infrastructure initiatives, including bid development and project execution across regional utility markets. This role will manage or support intermediate to complex projects in a matrixed environment, partnering cross-functionally through all phases of the project lifecycle from initiation through closeout. The ideal candidate brings strong experience in capital construction, transmission, project controls, procurement, and stakeholder management, with the ability to grow into independently leading larger programs. This is an excellent opportunity for a PM who thrives in utility, EPC, energy infrastructure, or major construction project environments.ResponsibilitiesManage or support the delivery of intermediate and complex transmission, infrastructure, or capital construction projectsCoordinate project activities across initiation, planning, execution, monitoring/control, and closeoutDevelop and maintain project plans, schedules, budgets, staffing plans, and controls documentationSupport bid development, proposal strategy, and execution planning for competitive transmission opportunitiesLead project coordination meetings, milestone reviews, and stakeholder status updatesBuild strong relationships across engineering, construction, procurement, contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholdersTrack project scope, schedule, cost, risk, quality, and deliverables to ensure successful executionSupport and enforce construction and operational safety standards, promoting a Zero Harm cultureAssist with or lead procurement planning, RFP development, bid evaluation, vendor selection, and contract administrationMonitor contractor and supplier performance, ensuring compliance with scope, schedule, and commercial requirementsIdentify project risks, mitigation strategies, and escalation pathsSupport continuous improvement initiatives focused on project delivery, reporting, systems, and cost optimizationProvide leadership, direction, and constructive feedback to project teams in a matrixed structureContribute to technical option evaluation, scope development, estimating, and startup readinessRequired QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, Project Management, or related field with 3+ years of relevant experienceORAssociate degree in a related field with 5+ years of relevant experienceExperience in project management, transmission, utility construction, capital projects, project controls, project engineering, or major field constructionExperience with scope development, budgeting, forecasting, schedule controls, cost reporting, and risk managementExperience supporting or managing procurement, contracts, RFPs, bid evaluations, and vendor oversightStrong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to lead meetings and present status updatesExperience working in matrixed, cross-functional project environmentsKnowledge of construction safety, quality control, and contractor coordinationMust be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future sponsorshipPreferred QualificationsExperience supporting competitive transmission, FERC 1000, PJM, MISO, SPP, or utility infrastructure projectsBackground in EPC, transmission line, substation, grid modernization, or large-scale energy capital programsExperience with project controls, earned value, cost forecasting, and schedule risk analysisFamiliarity with engineering design, estimating, startup/commissioning, and technical option analysisExposure to PMP, PMI, or other project management certification frameworksStrong business acumen with experience in economic analysis and commercial decision-makingExperience leading proposal development, bid strategy, or pre-construction planning #J-18808-Ljbffr Embark Recruiting Solutions