Distribution Project Manager

Landpoint•Fort Worth, TX

About The Position

The Distribution Project Manager leads survey and geospatial projects supporting electric distribution infrastructure, including overhead and underground distribution lines, poles, substations, and related facilities. The role manages projects from initiation through completion and serves as the primary liaison among utility clients, engineering firms, and internal survey teams. The position requires experience managing electric distribution survey or geospatial work and the ability to lead complex, multi-crew efforts with minimal onboarding or training. The role oversees project planning, client communications, field and technical work, joint-use and make-ready survey support, budgets and resources, quality assurance, documentation, invoicing and accounts receivable, risk management, and safety and compliance. The Distribution Project Manager typically works in an office environment with project teams and stakeholders and may travel occasionally for client meetings or site visits. Responsibilities may evolve to meet the organization’s changing needs.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience managing survey or geospatial projects for electric distribution infrastructure.
Experience coordinating with engineering firms and utility project teams.
A proven track record of successfully managing multiple surveying projects.
Strong project management skills, including budgeting and scheduling.
Strong leadership, communication, and client relationship management abilities.
Knowledge of surveying principles, techniques, and software tools.
Proficiency in project management software and tools.
Valid driver's license and willingness to travel as needed.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting overhead and underground distribution projects, typically 4 kV–35 kV.
Bachelor's degree in Land Surveying, Geomatics, or a related field.
Professional Land Surveyor (PLS) licensure or certification.
Previous project management experience in land surveying or a related field.

Responsibilities

Lead survey projects supporting electric distribution line design, routing, and construction.
Develop project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource requirements, and ensure deliverables meet client specifications and engineering requirements.
Serve as the primary contact for utility clients and engineering firms supporting distribution design; maintain client relationships and communicate project progress, changes, and updates.
Direct and support multiple survey crews working across distribution corridors, poles, and substations; ensure crews understand project scope, safety requirements, and data collection standards.
Review and validate survey data before delivery to engineering teams.
Support pole attachment and joint-use surveys for third-party attachers, coordinating field data collection with client and attacher requirements.
Provide field survey support for make-ready engineering, including clearance, loading, and attachment-point verification for new attachments.
Monitor budgets, expenses, and resource allocation; procure equipment, materials, and subcontractor services; and coordinate subcontractors and specialty services as needed.
Oversee survey execution to ensure data accuracy, adherence to surveying standards, and high-quality deliverables; implement quality-control processes and ensure compliance with client standards and regulatory requirements.
Maintain project records, including plans, progress reports, change orders, and client communications; prepare and review survey reports, maps, and other deliverables.
Review active projects and open WIP reports to determine invoicing timing.
Review invoices, contracts, proposals, change orders, addendums, and related documentation before preparing draft invoices.
Review aging accounts receivable with the Project Controls Specialist and Operations Manager, determine client follow-up responsibilities, and engage with clients about past-due accounts.
Meet with the Project Controls Specialist and Operations Manager to discuss and resolve invoicing and documentation issues and coordinate payment follow-up.
Identify project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and address issues and challenges to support successful and timely project completion.
Promote strict adherence to safety protocols in energized electric distribution environments and foster a culture of safety within the project team.
Travel as needed for client meetings or project site visits.