Northeast Contract & Project Manager for Utilities

About the Role

We are seeking a strategic Contract & Project Manager for Utilities to support the growth of utility accounts in the Northeast for the Transmission & Distribution (T&D) sector. This role is ideal for a seller-doer who thrives on building client relationships, identifying new opportunities, and delivering high-impact energy infrastructure projects. You will serve as both a framework manager and project delivery lead, ensuring continuity between sales and delivery teams and driving client satisfaction and operational excellence across a portfolio of utility projects.

This role is hybrid with the expectation of spending time in Jacobs’ and client’s offices in the Boston or New York area.

Responsibilities

Client Engagement & Framework Management

• Identify, pursue, and secure new project opportunities within existing frameworks and contracts with utility clients
• Partner with sales to develop account growth strategies aligned with client needs and organizational goals
• Attend external conferences and networking events
• Lead proposal development, pricing strategies, and contract negotiations

Project Management & Delivery

• Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of T&D projects, ensuring scope, schedule, budget, and quality targets are met
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams including engineering, environmental, permitting, and construction management
• Manage project risks, changes, and stakeholder communications
• Ensure compliance with utility standards, safety regulations, and industry best practices

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related field (Master’s and PE license preferred)
• At least 10 years of experience working with utilities, with a focus on transmission and distribution
• Proven track record in client-facing roles and business development
• Demonstrable track record in project management excellence and leadership with Northeast utilities
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership abilities
• Knowledgeable and passionate about the utility market in the Northeast and beyond
• Familiarity with utility standards, regulatory environments, and permitting processes
• Exhibits a strategic, innovative, and growth mindset and ability to work independently

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance
• 401(k) plan with company stock purchase options at a discount
• Deferred compensation plan and Executive Deferral Plan for eligible employees
• Unlimited U.S. Personalized Paid Time Off (PPTO) policy for full-time salaried/exempt employees
• Seven paid holidays and caregiver leave
• Additional rewards for certain roles, including merit increases, performance discretionary bonus, and stock

Pay

The base salary range for this position is $154,700.00 to $200,000.00. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Job posted on November 11, 2025.