Electric Project Manager

Our client, a leader in gas & electric utilities is hiring an Electric Project Manager to join their team in Valparaiso, IN!

**This is a 1-year W2 contract with benefits**

As the Electric Project Manager, you will lead electric distribution and transmission construction projects from planning through close-out, ensuring delivery within scope, schedule, budget, and regulatory requirements while maintaining the highest safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities:

• Manage full lifecycle electric distribution and transmission construction projects including planning, estimating, permitting, engineering coordination, bidding, execution, and close-out
• Establish and maintain scope, schedule, and cost baselines; monitor performance and drive change management when needed
• Oversee contractor selection support and field construction activities to ensure safe, compliant, and quality execution
• Coordinate cross-functionally with engineering, environmental, supply chain, land services, and construction management teams
• Monitor project budgets, forecast spend, manage invoicing, and provide accurate schedule updates
• Maintain strong working relationships with municipalities, local authorities, and internal stakeholders

Desired Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction, Project Management, or related field
• 5+ years of experience managing electrical and controls construction projects
• 3+ years of experience managing project budgets and schedules
• Knowledge of electric system design, operations, and utility construction standards
• Experience in regulated utility or infrastructure environments
• PMP certification preferred
• Proficiency with construction scheduling software, Microsoft Excel, and project reporting tools
• Valid Driver’s License and ability to travel 20–40%

Motion Recruitment Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under Motion Recruitment Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.