Project Manager – Utility Operations

Help modernize essential energy infrastructure with a growing utility provider serving millions of customers . Contribute to a large-scale advanced meter replacement program, coordinate critical field operations, and support projects that improve service reliability. Enjoy $45/hour, opportunities for professional growth, and a hybrid schedule with potential remote Fridays .

The Project Manager will support the planning, scheduling, and execution of an advanced meter replacement program for a major energy utility. This position combines project oversight, work order management, field dispatch coordination, and operational reporting to keep project activities organized and on schedule. Using SAP and Excel, the role will track project progress, coordinate resources, and help ensure the efficient completion of field operations and infrastructure improvements.

Responsibilities

Coordinate project schedules, daily work activities, and operational milestones for an advanced meter replacement program.

Create, maintain, and track work orders in SAP to support field installation and replacement activities.

Coordinate dispatching and scheduling of field personnel to support project timelines.

Monitor project progress, work order completion, and outstanding operational activities.

Develop and maintain Excel spreadsheets, project trackers, and operational reports.

Analyze project data to identify scheduling conflicts, delays, and opportunities for process improvement.

Collaborate with field operations, project leadership, and internal stakeholders to coordinate project requirements.

Track project deliverables, resource availability, and completion timelines.

Identify and escalate project issues, scheduling discrepancies, and operational constraints.

Maintain accurate project documentation, work order records, and status updates.

Support project planning, workflow improvements, and operational efficiency initiatives.

Assist with additional project management and administrative activities as assigned.

Qualifications

2+ years of experience in project management, preferably supporting operational, infrastructure, utility, or field service projects.

Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel proficiency , including data analysis, reporting, and spreadsheet management.

Experience using SAP for project tracking, work order management, or operational processes.

Experience coordinating project schedules, work orders, dispatch activities, or field operations.

Knowledge of project management processes, milestone tracking, and project documentation.

Experience preparing project status reports, tracking deliverables, and maintaining operational records.

Familiarity with utility operations, metering programs, infrastructure projects, or field service environments preferred.

Ability to meet applicable pre-employment background screening and drug testing requirements, consistent with applicable law.