Project Manager - Transmission & Distribution

IB Abel’s 110-year history is a testament to its adaptability, forward-thinking leadership, commitment to safety, and stellar service and project delivery process. Our core values—Responsible, Integrity, Results-Oriented, Ownership, and Professional—shape everything we do at all levels of the company and are purposefully incorporated into all communications, meetings, and strategic planning. Our use of the EOS model (Entrepreneurial Operating System) provides structure and clarity to maintain focus on shared goals. IB Abel is committed to providing learning and career development opportunities through our Associate’s Program in Project Management, Estimating, and Accounting and our growing Learning Management System.

About the role

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to oversee Transmission and Distribution utility construction projects from start to finish, focusing on planning, scheduling, budgeting, and quality control to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to client specifications. This role is ideal for individuals with strong project management experience who want to join a dedicated, fast-moving team.

Responsibilities

• Safety, Quality & Project Management
  • Review RFP, proposal, estimate, schedule, and all contract documents to become familiar with project requirements and obligations.
  • Arrange meetings to discuss and finalize outage schedule, permits, and job layout with the appropriate operations group.
  • Oversee material deliveries, tracking, and overall communication to the customer.
  • Ensure the project crew has all required vehicles, equipment, and tooling on-site in time for the project start.
  • Assist in the development of project safety plans, review with the Safety & Quality department, and submit to the customer prior to project start.
• Customer Relations
  • Service the client in a timely and respectful manner, meeting or exceeding their expectations.
  • Work with owners, engineers, and/or subcontractors to promptly resolve project problems.
  • Manage day-to-day customer interaction.
  • Schedule and attend final project walk-down with the customer; ensure completion of “punch list” tasks.
• Internal/External Communication
  • Ensure complete and thorough pre-construction planning and distribution of all documents in accordance with the pre-construction process and the customer’s expectations.
  • Conduct the Pre-construction meeting and attend ongoing project progress meetings.
  • Visit the project site at least weekly during work shifts to review problems, monitor progress, ensure compliance with contract documents, perform safety audits, and assess quality of work performed.
  • Coordinate with customers, engineers, vendors, subcontractors, foremen, and accounting to facilitate timely and profitable completion of quality projects.
  • Assist the Estimating department with estimating new projects.
• Financial Management
  • Submit weekly reports detailing projected revenues, costs, and gross profit at project completion.
  • Meet with Accounting monthly to review detailed projected cost at completion, revenue projection, and projected job completion gross profit.
  • Document field directives that change or alter the original scope of work.
  • Prepare change order requests for the client’s approval.
  • Confirm all change orders in writing with the customer and submit change order information in a timely manner to the Accounting group.
  • Track and approve costs charged to projects; reconcile charges against purchase orders and subcontracts.

Requirements

• An acceptable combination of education and/or work experience within the contractor industry (Electric Utility preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in Project Management.
• Project Management Certification desired.
• Proficient in MS Office applications with strong skills in Excel, Word, and MS Project.
• Local to Pennsylvania (preferred) but with regular travel to other offices, customer facilities, jobsites, and yard locations for offsite meetings (flexibility to work from home when appropriate).
• A “can-do” attitude, strong work ethic, and ability to collaborate effectively with various teams.

Benefits

• Culture of Growth: Many of our leaders started in entry-level field roles and advanced within the company.
• Flexibility & Autonomy: We empower our team to succeed without micromanagement.
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits:
  • Competitive salary.
  • Vehicle allowance program.
  • 401(k) with company matching.
  • Tuition reimbursement.
  • Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision.
• Stability & Variety: Work for a multi-generational, family-oriented business on diverse, fast-paced projects without the stress of a large corporate structure.
• Incentives: Performance-based bonuses and a progressive PTO program that grows with your tenure.
• Collaboration: A team environment where we work together to solve challenges and celebrate wins.