Project Manager, Utility Construction

Location: Texas City, TX, United States Job ID: 6089404 Date Posted: Apr 2, 2026 Electrical Distribution experience highly preferred Microsoft Project Knowledge Preferred PMP Preferred Project Manager, Large Construction and Maintenance II Salary Grade: G05 Minimum: $90,316 Midpoint: $121,926 Maximum: $153,536 SUMMARY Under general supervision, plans, develops, coordinates and directs all phases of medium to large‑scale, high profile construction projects. Coordinates with internal and external organizations and government agencies to successfully implement project delivery. Implements the Construction Management Process (CMP) used throughout the company for large construction project delivery. Responsible for project scope, cost, and schedule and coordination and management of project requirements to ensure labor and material resources (internal & external) are deployed for timeliness, efficiency and success of project delivery. This position is specific to the Large Construction Project Management Department and should not be used in any other area. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Develops, institutes, and improves cross‑functional processes and procedures regarding project management, work management, and cost estimating. Handles the interface between corporate initiatives such as safety, environmental, reliability improvement programs into the corporate CMP process and procedures for large gas and electric construction projects. Handles the project delivery of large scale construction projects; directs internal and external meetings. Identifies, assesses, and implements corporate programs related to project management, cost estimation, planning and scheduling, including software and other tools. Forecasts, documents, verifies, and reports all variances to senior management. Compiles, charts, and reports all weekly, monthly, and yearly Project Management Performance Measures to senior management. Works with senior management to define, coordinate, and manage project requirements to ensure labor and material resources deployed for timeliness, efficiency, and success of project delivery. Leads or conducts project performance, cost, scheduling studies, and evaluations that require advanced and innovative project management techniques and/or modifications of standard practices. Develops and modifies system improvements related to large scale construction. COMPETENCIES Ability to maintain positive and productive working relationships with various individuals and groups. Ability to manage diverse, highly technical, and complex issues. In‑depth knowledge of company policies and procedures. Advanced knowledge of project management, work management, and cost estimating principles. Highly developed problem‑solving and consensus‑building skills. QUALIFICATIONS MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree in a related field with six to seven years of related experience in construction and operations management and project management, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Project Management Professional (PMP) or Six Sigma certification are strongly desired. Must possess a current, legally valid driver's license and meet the company's driving record requirements. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Ability to coordinate and supervise activities over internal and external staff assigned to projects in a matrix management environment. COMMUNICATION SKILLS Advanced negotiation skills and ability to gain concessions without damaging relationships. Ability to write complex reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to customers, clients, and employees. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret highly complex documents. Ability to effectively listen and get clarification to respond to a wide range of questions. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Understanding of probability and statistical inference, fundamentals of plane and solid geometry, and trigonometry. Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. COMPUTER SKILLS In‑depth understanding and ability to modify project management, cost‑estimating, and work management software. Advanced knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software. ANALYSIS AND PROBLEM‑SOLVING ABILITY Ability to apply, interpret, develop concepts using mathematical and engineering expertise. Ability to solve complex practical problems and address a variety of variables in limited standardization situations. Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. DECISION‑MAKING Determines corporate framework for resource allocation used in projects. SCOPE AND IMPACT Impacts corporate ability to complete projects within profitable parameters regarding time and resources within regulatory compliance, including DOT, IEEE, ANSI, NEC, NESC, and OSHA. Responsible for $20 million in capital project management. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Ability to stand or walk up to one third of the time; regularly required to sit up to two thirds of the time. Manual dexterity required to perform computer applications. Good vision required. May occasionally lift or move up to 10 pounds. WORK ENVIRONMENT Office environment. Regular travel required. Project Manager, Large Construction and Maintenance Salary Grade: G06 Minimum: $78,537 Midpoint: $106,024 Maximum: $133,511 SUMMARY Under direct supervision, plans, develops, coordinates and directs all phases of medium to large‑scale, high profile construction projects. Coordinates with internal and external organizations and government agencies to successfully implement project delivery. Assists with implementing the Construction Management Process (CMP) used throughout the company for large construction project delivery. Responsible for project scope, cost, and schedule and coordination and management of project requirements to ensure labor and material resources deployed for timeliness, efficiency, and success of project delivery. This position is specific to the Large Construction Project Management Department and should not be used in any other area. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Assists with developing, instituting, and improving cross‑functional processes and procedures regarding project management, work management, and cost estimating. Assists with integrating corporate initiatives such as safety, environmental, reliability improvement programs into the corporate CMP process and procedures for large electric construction projects. Affirms the project delivery of large scale construction projects; leads internal and external meetings. Identifies, assesses, and implements corporate programs related to project management, cost estimation, planning and scheduling, including software and other tools. Forecasts, documents, verifies, and reports all variances to management. Compiles, charts, and reports weekly, monthly, and yearly on Project Management Performance Measures to management. Works with management to define, coordinate, and manage project requirements to ensure labor and material resources deployed for timeliness, efficiency, and success of project delivery. Conducts project performance, cost, scheduling studies, and evaluations that require advanced and innovative project management techniques and/or modifications of standard practices and concepts. May be required to work on special projects and other assigned duties. COMPETENCIES Ability to maintain positive and productive working relationships with various individuals and groups. Ability to manage diverse, technical, and complex issues. Knowledge of company policies and procedures. Knowledge of project management, work management, and cost estimating principles. Highly developed problem‑solving and consensus‑building skills. QUALIFICATIONS MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE Bachelor's degree in a related field with five to six years of related experience in construction and operations management and project management, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS Project Management Professional (PMP) or Six Sigma certification are preferred. Must possess a current, legally valid driver's license and meet the company's driving record requirements. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES Ability to coordinate and supervise activities over internal and external staff assigned to projects in a matrix management environment. COMMUNICATION SKILLS Strong negotiation skills and ability to gain concessions without damaging relationships. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information in one‑on‑one and small group situations to customers, clients, and employees. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret complex documents. Ability to effectively listen and get clarification to respond to a wide range of questions. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Works with concepts such as probability and statistical inference, fundamentals of plane and solid geometry, and trigonometry. Ability to apply the concepts of fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. COMPUTER SKILLS Strong understanding and ability to effectively utilize project management, cost‑estimating, and work management software. Advanced knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation software. ANALYSIS AND PROBLEM‑SOLVING ABILITY Ability to apply, interpret, develop concepts using mathematical and engineering expertise. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to identify if a project is off‑track and identify corrective actions to bring the project back in line with schedule and budget. DECISION‑MAKING Ability to adapt easily and deal with changing priorities. Assists with determining the corporate framework for resource allocation used in projects. SCOPE AND IMPACT Impacts corporate ability to complete projects within profitable parameters regarding time and resources within regulatory compliance, including DOT, IEEE, ANSI, NEC, NESC, and OSHA. Typically responsible for capital project management in the range of $15 to $20 million. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Ability to stand or walk up to one third of the time; regularly required to sit up to two thirds of the time. Manual dexterity required to perform computer applications. Good vision required. May occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. WORK ENVIRONMENT Office environment. Occasional travel is required. SAFETY AND ADA STATEMENT Safety Statement: Safety is a core value at TXNM Energy/PNM/TNMP and our vision, "everyone goes home safe", reflects our commitment to promoting an environment conducive to learning, improving and building safety practices. Our safety value is built upon the belief that every employee deserves to work in an environment free from harm. 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