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- $83,800 - $163,900 a year
- Full-time
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- 5 years
- Travel reimbursement
- Health insurance
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Project Manager – Utility Construction

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies -
Columbia, SC

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Job Details

Full-time
$83,800 - $163,900 a year

Benefits

Travel reimbursement
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance

Qualifications

Cost control
Schedule management
Managing construction project teams
Problem-solving
Managing teams in a construction management role
Construction subcontract management
Managing projects
Microsoft Project
ProCore
Stakeholder management

Full Job Description

Project Manager – Power / Utility Construction (Southeast U.S.)

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies
Full-Time | Permanent | ~50% Travel (Southeast U.S.)

Role Overview

This is a field-driven Project Manager role focused on power infrastructure construction.

You will lead projects involving:

Electrical distribution systems
Transmission line construction
Substation construction and upgrades

This is not a general construction or telecom role. Candidates must have direct experience in power or utility construction environments.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

Field Execution & Leadership

Lead construction execution across distribution, transmission, or substation projects
Direct and coordinate crews, subcontractors, and field supervisors
Drive daily and weekly work planning on active job sites
Resolve field issues in real time to maintain production

Planning, Scheduling & Delivery

Develop execution plans and sequencing strategies
Coordinate mobilization, access, and utility constraints
Monitor schedules and implement recovery plans

Commercial & Cost Management

Track costs, production, and quantities
Manage subcontractor scope and change orders
Identify and mitigate risks impacting budget and schedule

Safety & Compliance

Lead site safety and enforce company standards
Ensure compliance with utility, environmental, and regulatory requirements

Client & Stakeholder Management

Act as the primary point of contact for utility clients
Lead project meetings and reporting
Coordinate across field, engineering, and internal teams

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE (NON-NEGOTIABLE)

5–10+ years of Project Management experience in power or utility construction
Direct experience in at least one of the following:
Transmission line construction
Electrical distribution systems
Substation construction
Experience managing field crews and subcontractors on active utility job sites
Strong understanding of:
Electrical construction scopes
Utility standards and constraints
Construction sequencing in live environments

NOT A FIT IF YOU ONLY HAVE EXPERIENCE IN:

Telecom / OSP rollout programs
General commercial / ICI construction only
Office-based project coordination roles

Preferred

Experience in Southeast U.S. utility environments
Experience working with utility owners (Duke, co-ops, etc.)
Procore, SAP, MS Project or similar
PMP or equivalent

Location & Travel

Must be based in the Southeast U.S. (Charlotte or surrounding region preferred)
Approximately 50% travel to active job sites

Compensation & Benefits

$83,800 – $163,900 annually (based on experience)
401(k) with company match
Full health, dental, vision benefits
Paid travel and expenses
PTO and vacation

Pay: $83,800.00 - $163,900.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

What types of construction projects have you managed, and what was the typical project value and scope?
On your most recent project, what were you personally responsible for day-to-day?
This role requires approximately 50% travel and active site involvement. Are you comfortable with this?
Are you currently based in the Southeast U.S.? Please specify your location.
Describe your experience managing power or utility construction projects (transmission, distribution, or substations). Include scope and project size.

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Columbia, SC 29202

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