Project/Design Specialist - Electric Distribution

About the role

We’re seeking a motivated Project Specialist – Electric Distribution to join our growing Electric Programs team. This role is ideal for a technically strong project professional who enjoys hands-on design work and is interested in developing project management skills with the goal of growing into a Project Manager role over time.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and/or perform electric distribution design work, including overhead and underground distribution, system upgrades, and modernization projects
• Lead quality control (QC) reviews for pre- and post-construction design packages
• Prepare and review technical analyses, design documents, and deliverables to ensure accuracy, constructability, and compliance with standards
• Review vendor drawings and participate in reviews for projects
• Support permitting and coordination with municipalities, utilities, and third-party stakeholders as needed
• Assist with construction support and help resolve design-related issues during build
• Partner closely with the Project Manager to support scope, schedule, budget, and quality tracking
• Communicate risks, constraints, and schedule impacts clearly to PMs and stakeholders
• Assist with proposal development, technical estimates, and understanding fee structures
• Support forecasting, workload planning, and tracking progress across multiple projects
• Learn and apply best practices related to project controls, change management, and risk management
• Contribute ideas for process improvements, standardization, and efficiency gains
• Support a collaborative, growth-oriented team culture
• Take advantage of structured mentorship and opportunities to build toward a future Project Manager role

Qualifications

• Experience supporting electric distribution systems, including overhead and/or underground design, or related technical projects
• Strong technical foundations and attention to detail
• Ideal Background & Growth Indicators: Experience working in a consulting, utility, or infrastructure-focused environment; Ability to communicate effectively with engineers, designers, and project stakeholders; Interest in project management, leadership, and client interaction; Comfort working on multiple tasks or projects in a deadline-driven environment; Desire to grow beyond pure design into a broader delivery or leadership role over time

Skills

• Exposure to utility clients or investor-owned utilities (IOUs)
• Familiarity with distribution design workflows, permitting, and construction support
• Experience assisting with schedules, estimates, or project tracking tools
• Bachelor's or Associate's degree in engineering, design or other technical areas

Benefits

This role offers potential pathway to Project Manager growth, supported by mentorship; Opportunity to be part of a fast-growing team with increasing responsibility and visibility; Program-based work offering stability, variety, and long-term client impact; Culture that values continuous improvement, learning, and initiative.

Pay

Competitive compensation package offered.

Schedule

Flexible work arrangement with the option to work from home while staying actively connected to the team and projects.