Civil Project Manager

Divison:
Utilities
Location:
Lisle, IL
Chicago, IL
Remote/Work from Home
Salary:
$110,000-$150,000
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Who We Are

We’re a people-first organization. We value knowledge and learning. We believe in the power of connection and collaboration and we seek to build relationships that mean something. We employ some of the best and brightest in the industry and we work hard to maintain a culture that our people can be proud of.

The Civil Project Manager will support Primera Engineers’ growing Utilities Division by managing and delivering civil engineering projects supporting electric distribution infrastructure programs for a key utility client.

This role will work closely with utility stakeholders, engineering teams, project coordinators, and field personnel to successfully execute projects from initial planning through completion. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting electric utilities, with a strong preference for candidates who have worked directly within the electric distribution industry.

The successful candidate will have experience managing utility projects, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, communicating with clients, and ensuring projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and within established schedules and budgets.

Who You Are

  • You are an experienced civil engineering professional who understands the unique challenges and requirements of delivering projects within the electric utility industry.
  • You have a strong technical foundation, including a Civil Engineering degree from an ABET-accredited university, and experience supporting projects that improve and strengthen critical utility infrastructure.
  • You have at least 8+years of experience supporting engineering projects, preferably within the electric utility industry.
  • You hold a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
  • You are passionate about building strong client relationships, leading successful project execution, and collaborating with internal teams to deliver high-quality solutions.
  • You have experience supporting electric distribution projects and are comfortable managing multiple priorities while maintaining strong communication with clients, project teams, and stakeholders.
  • You are a proactive problem solver who enjoys taking ownership of projects and are looking for an opportunity where you can grow into increased leadership responsibilities within a growing Utilities Division.
  • You have experience managing project scope, schedule, budget, and client deliverables.
  • You have strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
  • You have a collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively across engineering disciplines and project teams.
  • You are a proactive problem solver who enjoys taking ownership of projects and are interested in a career path that provides opportunities for increased responsibility, leadership development, and growth within a thriving Utilities Division.

What You’ll Do

  • You will manage civil engineering projects supporting electric distribution infrastructure programs from initial planning through completion.
  • You will serve as a key point of contact between Primera Engineers, utility clients, and internal project teams.
  • You will coordinate project scope, schedules, budgets, resources, and deliverables to ensure successful project execution.
  • You will collaborate with engineers, designers, construction teams, permitting groups, and utility stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
  • You will support overhead and underground electric distribution infrastructure projects and contribute to the successful delivery of utility programs.
  • You will lead project meetings, communicate project status, and provide updates to clients, project teams, and leadership.
  • You will identify project risks, develop solutions, and proactively address challenges to maintain project schedules and deliverables.
  • You will review project deliverables for accuracy, quality, and compliance with client expectations and project requirements.
  • You will support continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to the growth and success of Primera’s Utilities practice.
  • You will mentor and support junior team members while continuing to develop your leadership capabilities.
  • You will build trusted client relationships and identify opportunities for continued partnership, growth, and expanded services.

Some of What You’ll Enjoy

  • An excellent benefits package including 401K match, gym and transit subsidies, continuing education reimbursement and much more
  • A hybrid-work environment. From fully-remote to in the office each day, we empower our people to develop a schedule that fits each individual lifestyle
  • A fun, inclusive, and collaborative environment
  • Colleagues that appreciate differences in people, perspectives, cultures, and ideas
  • The fruits of our employee-led committees focused on offering engaging social, wellness and community service activities all year long

Disclaimer

Equal Employment Opportunity
Primera is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. Primera’s practices and employment decisions, including those regarding recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion and compensation, shall not be based on any person’s race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, ancestry, disability, physical handicap, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship status or other protected group as defined by law.

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