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Sr. Project Manager - Electric Distribution

ENTRUST
Full-time
On-site
Chicago, Illinois, United States
$130,000 - $160,000 USD yearly

This role is responsible for managing large and/or high-visibility projects for key clients, leading project teams, and playing a pivotal role in business development. You will oversee project performance, mentor staff, and foster strong client relationships, all while driving innovation and reliability in electric distribution systems.

Here’s what you’ll do:

  • Lead and manage assigned projects to meet performance indicators: schedule, budget, profitability, client satisfaction, and quality control.
  • Implement and monitor systems of quality control across all assigned projects.
  • Accurately forecast fee revenue on a monthly basis.
  • Mentor and supervise other project managers, senior and junior technical leads, identifying and scheduling training as needed.
  • Assist in developing strategic plans and programs for business unit growth.
  • Track and communicate resource needs for all projects.
  • Support business development activities, including proposal preparation, sales calls, and client presentations.
  • Build and maintain quality relationships with clients and internal teams.
  • Foster a collaborative, high-performing team environment, often coordinating personnel from multiple business units.
  • Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as necessary.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field (Electrical Engineering preferred).
  • 12+ years of work experience, including 8+ years in the electric utility, natural gas, or pipeline industry.
  • 5+ years managing a high volume of simple to complex engineering projects.
  • Strong leadership, team management, and project management skills.
  • Excellent oral and written communication abilities.
  • Proven client engagement and relationship-building skills.
  • Proficiency in forecasting and financial management.
  • In-depth knowledge of industry standards, regulatory requirements, and technical innovations.
  • Collaborative approach to problem solving and strong business integrity.

Preferred Experience

  • MBA or advanced technical degree.
  • Prior experience working directly with electric utility clients.
  • Construction-related experience.
  • Experience with distribution planning analysis tools, feeder design, voltage control, and grid modernization programs.

Inclusive Leadership Requirement: Neurodiversity Awareness

This role involves working closely with client stakeholders and diverse teams. We value candidates who demonstrate:

  • Awareness and understanding of neurodiversity in professional environments.
  • Experience collaborating with or managing team members with a variety of cognitive and communication styles, and a commitment to inclusive practices.
  • The ability to foster psychologically safe and supportive workspaces for all individuals.

Training or experience in neurodiversity inclusion, workplace accommodations, or DEI initiatives is highly valued.

The base salary for this position ranges from $130,000 to $160,000 annually. The specific amount within this range will be influenced by the work location and various factors, such as internal equity, professional skills, work experience, and pertinent education or training.​

Benefits offered include company sponsored medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plan with company match. Also offered are tuition reimbursement, voluntary life, disability, critical illness, accident and hospitalization plans. HSA or FSA medical accounts and FSA dependent care and transportation/parking accounts are also available. These benefits are subject to employee contribution amounts generally set annually. Full time employees are eligible to earn PTO hours.​

May be eligible for discretionary bonus as determined by the company

Why Join Us?

At ENTRUST Solutions Group, we are a community of over 3,200 dedicated professionals committed to our clients and each other. As an ENR Top 100 company, we provide comprehensive engineering, consulting, and automation services to various industries, including gas and electric utilities, telecommunication service providers, pipeline operators, and industrial companies. We are a forward-thinking organization dedicated to leveraging cutting-edge technology to drive success. We are committed to fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.

We believe in fostering a culture of inclusivity and respect, where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives. If you are passionate about innovation, sustainability and community impact and looking for a place to grow your career, we would love to hear from you!

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ENTRUST Solutions Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.

Headhunters and recruitment agencies may not submit resumes/CVs through this website or directly to managers. ENTRUST does not accept unsolicited headhunter or agency resumes and will not pay fees to any third-party agency or company that does not have a signed agreement with ENTRUST Solutions Group.

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