Project Manager II - Civil Construction

Overview

Company Summary

MasTec Utility Services delivers critical infrastructure construction and engineering services for power delivery, gas, and water customers, specializing in overhead and underground electric distribution for power delivery systems, gas distribution construction for gas systems, and turnkey solutions for a variety of water, sewer, and civil infrastructure projects. Backed by the strength of decades of experience, unrivaled industry skills, and a deep commitment to core values, MUS delivers safe, innovative, and environmentally responsible services that provide extraordinary value to clients.

MasTec Utility Services is a purpose-driven company. Our core values guide our strategy, performance, and culture. We believe in maintaining an environment where team members can make an impact, grow, and thrive. A place where they find meaning and purpose in doing the important work of ensuring communities have the vital energy, light, and communications to prosper. Our culture is inclusive and welcoming. Our teams are empowered with abundant training, tools, and opportunities to follow their curiosity and ambitions. Everyone has an equal chance to advance. Everyone is supported, respected, and challenged to be their best. We're always looking for talented and dedicated people to join us and love where they work.

MasTec Utility Services is a proud subsidiary of MasTec (NYSE: MTZ), a Fortune 500 Company ranked by Energy News-Record as one of the leading contractors in the country. MUS is part of the MasTec Power Delivery segment. We are certified as a minority-controlled company by the National Minority Suppliers Development Council (NMSDC). Our rich diversity of people and ideas makes us a stronger, more innovative organization.

Job Summary

The Project Manager II is responsible for initiating, planning, executing, controlling, and evaluating power construction projects in accordance with scope, budget, and schedule requirements. This role involves managing projects, subcontractor coordination, procurement, and client relations, and ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards. The Project Manager serves as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders.

*** Project Management experience in Civil Construction is not mandatory but would be extremely helpful.


Responsibilities

Project Management & Execution

• Oversee projects from proposal stage through initiation, execution, and closeout.
• Manage day-to-day construction activities (partnered with Construction Manager), including budgeting, scheduling, and progress tracking, using KPIs to make data driven decisions. Verify project progress, support forecasting, and maintain thorough documentation.
• Develop and implement project work plans, defining scope, objectives, and evaluation criteria.
• Manage project construction schedules in Primavera.
• Monitor project performance to ensure timely procurement of materials, equipment, and labor.
• Lead weekly meetings to discuss manpower and equipment needs.
• Manage contract execution, change orders, and subcontractors.
• Document and analyze project risks and develop and implement risk mitigation strategies.
• Manage and resolve conflicts and escalate issues as needed

Stakeholder Coordination & Reporting

• Serve as the primary point-of-contact for project personnel, clients, subcontractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Coordinate project deliverables, meetings, schedule updates, and reporting requirements.
• Prepare and submit weekly/monthly progress reports, billing information, and cash flow projections.
• Provide regular updates to senior management on project performance and financials.
• Attend site visits, field walk-downs, and client meetings as needed.

Safety, Quality, & Compliance

• Demonstrate a commitment to the company's safety program through personal actions and monitoring project activities.
• Ensure entire project team adheres to safety and quality standards.
• Manage project closeout and warranty processes.
• Enforce compliance with company policies, industry standards, and ethical guidelines.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Experience: 4-8 years in project management, with emphasis on transmission, substation, distribution, or data center utility projects with demonstrated management of projects of increasing size and scope.
• Scope: Leads medium to large projects with moderate complexity
• Leadership: Manages teams and stakeholder communications
• Skills: Strong proficiency in project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall)
• Certifications: PMP, CCM, PE, or similar credentials preferred
• Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, project management, or a related field
• Experience managing power construction projects preferred.

Technical Skills & Knowledge

• Knowledgeable in power construction specifications, proposals, and documentation for time/cost/labor estimates.
• Ability to read and interpret civil, structural, and electrical plans and specifications.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Experience with Primavera for scheduling.
• Familiarity with OSHA, NEC, NFPA 70E, and other relevant safety and construction regulations.

Soft Skills & Abilities

• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Track record of proactively driving projects to closure.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with clients, subcontractors, and team members.
• Self-driven, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Physical Demands and Work Environment


This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copiers, and scanners.


The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This position is primarily sedentary, with some filing or lifting required. Must be able to bend and lift and carry up to 50 pounds.


Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. The Company reserves the right to revise or change the job duties as the need arises. Management reserves the right to change the description, duties, or work schedules to accommodate individuals with disabilities.


Benefits available include Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life insurance, a 401k plan and Employee Stock Purchase plan. MasTec is a publicly traded company MTZ (NYSE).


Equal Employment Opportunity:


The Company's policy is not to unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law and EEOC regulations. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.