Utility Project Manager - Electric Distribution
About The Position
CARIAN is seeking an experienced Utility Project Manager with strong electric distribution experience to support major utility capital programs in the Mid-Atlantic region. This role works closely with client stakeholders and is responsible for driving scope, schedule, and cross-functional coordination across active distribution initiatives. The ideal candidate brings hands-on utility project delivery experience and is comfortable operating in a fast-paced, client-facing environment with regular presence at client and field locations. All positions require a minimum of three days per week on-site at the client or CARIAN office, frequent visits to active job sites, and may require full five-day on-site presence based on program needs.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related technical field required.
- Experience Level: 8+ years of relevant utility project management experience
- Demonstrated experience supporting electric distribution programs
- PMP certification required or commitment to obtain within 3 months of employment
- Strong stakeholder management and cross-functional coordination skills
- Must reside within the DC, Maryland, or Northern Virginia footprint
- Willingness to support frequent job site visits and on-site work
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Exelon-family utilities strongly preferred (Pepco, ACE, DPL, PECO, BGE, ComEd)
- If not Exelon, experience with Northeast or Mid-Atlantic utilities preferred
Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end delivery of electric distribution projects within utility capital programs
- Manage scope, schedule, budget, and risk across assigned workstreams
- Coordinate with engineering, construction, and utility stakeholders
- Monitor contractor performance and project progress against plan
- Support status reporting, forecasting, and executive updates
- Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies
- Ensure compliance with utility standards, safety requirements, and regulatory expectations
- Support field visits and site coordination activities as required
Benefits
- Competitive total rewards – Strong compensation, full benefits, 401(k) match, and meaningful work
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
