Project Manager Electrical Utilities

Location: Oakbrook Terrace, IL
Work Schedule: Full-Time, Hybrid (3 Days Onsite per Week)
Employment Type: Contract
Anticipated Start Date: January 4, 2027

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to support electrical substation and distribution projects within the utility industry. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of successfully managing projects, strong leadership and organizational skills, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

This role requires excellent communication, sound decision-making, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Candidates with previous experience working for ComEd, a ComEd contractor, or another electric utility are highly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate electrical substation and distribution projects.

• Oversee project activities to support successful execution and completion.

• Demonstrate strong project management practices while managing multiple priorities and responsibilities.

• Work independently and collaboratively with project teams to accomplish project objectives.

• Provide leadership and direction to team members throughout project execution.

• Exercise independent judgment to identify challenges, make decisions, and resolve project-related issues.

• Manage conflicting priorities while maintaining organization and efficiency in a multitasking environment.

• Communicate effectively with project stakeholders, team members, and other involved parties.

• Maintain a professional demeanor when interacting with internal teams, contractors, and project stakeholders.

• Perform job site visits as needed to support project activities and coordination.

Required Qualifications

• 1 5 years of project management experience, with demonstrated and documented success managing projects.

• Strong project management, organizational, and leadership skills.

• Ability to work independently and serve as a team leader.

• Demonstrated ability to manage conflicting priorities in a multitasking environment.

• Strong independent judgment, decision-making, and problem-solving abilities.

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and time management skills.

• Professional demeanor and ability to interact effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.

• Valid driver's license and access to a reliable automobile.

• Ability and willingness to perform job site visits as required.

• Four-year college degree.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous project management experience within the electric utility industry.

• Experience supporting electrical substation and/or distribution projects.

• Prior experience working for ComEd, a ComEd contractor, or another utility company.

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Work Environment

• Hybrid work arrangement requiring three days per week onsite in Oakbrook Terrace, IL.

• Collaborative, team-oriented environment.

• Position involves supporting electrical utility infrastructure projects.

• Occasional travel to project sites may be required.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a highly organized, proactive Project Manager who can independently manage responsibilities while contributing to a collaborative team. They will bring strong project execution experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to make sound decisions in a dynamic utility project environment. Previous exposure to electric utility operations, particularly substation and distribution projects, is a significant advantage.