Project Manager - Travel Required

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IFS InfraSource is looking for an experienced utility construction Project Manager to join our team. This Project Manager plans and oversees complex utility infrastructure projects to ensure they are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget. This role has responsibility for project financials, schedule performance, customer relationships, and contract execution from award through closeout.  This position requires approximately 80% travel, with extended time spent in the field supporting construction activities. Successful candidates must reside in the Northeast region of the U.S. and be comfortable working in dynamic, fast‑paced field environments and traveling as business needs require.

• Lead and oversee project office set-up, including systems, controls, and reporting processes
• Create and own the project execution plan, including safety, staffing, scheduling, and productivity targets
• Develop, maintain and update project documentation and project file system (physical and electronic)
• Manage projects with responsibility for overall P&L performance, including budget adherence, margin protection, and cost controls
• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, inspectors, and key stakeholders
• Ensure stakeholder notification and buy-in
• Collaborate with field supervision, estimating, safety, and support teams to achieve project objectives
• Estimate costs based on provided estimating tools and/or work with others to develop budgets
• Full understanding of the project contract
• Ensuring Change Orders are documented per the contract
• Complete project close-out per company policy
• Accruals are tracked weekly/monthly and turned in at the end of every week
• Develop and maintain critical path schedules in MS Project and/or Primavera P6
• Prepare and present weekly project status reports covering cost, schedule, risk, and production
• Work interdepartmentally to make sure all revenue is accounted for and accurate
• Forecasting cost scope schedule resources daily/weekly/monthly
• End of month explanations for variances to forecast
• Work with internal support groups to set up projects in the accounting system

• Demonstrated experience managing Natural Gas or utility infrastructure construction projects (distribution, transmission, or related utility work)
• Minimum of 2 years of project management experience in utility, industrial, or heavy construction environments
• Willingness to travel
• Ability to interpret field conditions and communicate project requirements
• Ability to develop and communicate ideas regarding the project
• Ability to apply established project management methodologies to complex field construction environments
• Proficient in MS Office Applications: MS Word, MS Excel, MS Project
• Proven ability to manage project budgets, forecasting, cost reporting, and earned value
• Desired: PMP, CCM, or equivalent project management certification
• In this role, success is defined by delivering safe, profitable projects that meet customer expectations while maintaining schedule integrity, cost control, and strong field leadership

• Paid on-the-job technical and professional training 
• Defined career path for future growth 
• Competitive wages and industry-leading benefits including Retirement Plan

This position is subject to the Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) drug & alcohol testing regulations as outlined in 49 CFR Part 382 and/or 49 CFR Part 199.

 All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.