Project Manager (Utility Projects) (Oak Brook)
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Salary: $90,000 - $135,000 per year A bit about us: Our client is a long-established infrastructure contractor with more than a century of experience delivering critical utility and civil construction projects across major markets in the United States. Founded in 1906, the organization has built a strong reputation for delivering complex infrastructure solutions that connect communities and support essential services. Today, this company provides a wide range of services including underground utilities, electrical infrastructure, telecommunications systems, power distribution, and general contracting for both public and private sector clients. Their teams design, build, manage, and maintain infrastructure systems that support transportation networks, utilities, and municipal facilities. With a strong focus on safety, quality, integrity, and customer service, our client has built long-standing relationships with major utilities, municipalities, and infrastructure owners. The company prides itself on hiring for values, investing in its people, and developing leaders throughout the organization. Why join us? Joining this company means becoming part of a team that values collaboration, problem-solving, and continuous improvement. With decades of experience delivering complex infrastructure projects, the organization provides an environment where professionals can build meaningful careers while contributing to critical public infrastructure. Key benefits of joining the team include:
- Stability and legacy: Over 100 years of continuous operation with a strong presence in infrastructure construction.
- Career growth: A culture that promotes internal development and leadership opportunities at all levels of the organization.
- Challenging and impactful work: Projects that directly support transportation systems, utilities, power distribution, and telecommunications infrastructure.
- Strong safety culture: Safety is the organization’s top priority, supported by dedicated safety leadership and comprehensive training programs.
- Team-focused environment: A values-driven culture centered around integrity, collaboration, and delivering exceptional service to clients and communities.
Oversee project planning, scheduling, procurement, and execution to meet contractual and operational goals.
Develop and manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost controls.
Coordinate with field leadership, subcontractors, vendors, and internal teams to ensure project success.
Maintain strong relationships with utility providers, municipalities, and other project stakeholders.
Lead project meetings, progress reporting, and documentation management.
Ensure compliance with safety standards, regulatory requirements, and quality control processes.
Manage change orders, risk mitigation, and project closeout activities. Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
5–10+ years of project management experience in utility, civil, or infrastructure construction.
Experience managing underground utilities, power distribution, telecommunications, or infrastructure projects preferred.
Strong knowledge of construction scheduling, budgeting, and contract management.
Experience working with public agencies, utilities, or infrastructure owners is highly desirable.
Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
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