Project Manager – Power / Utility Construction (Southeast U.S.)

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies
Full-Time | Permanent | ~50% Travel (Southeast U.S.)

Role Overview

This is a field-driven Project Manager role focused on power infrastructure construction.

You will lead projects involving:

• Electrical distribution systems
• Transmission line construction
• Substation construction and upgrades

This is not a general construction or telecom role. Candidates must have direct experience in power or utility construction environments.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

Field Execution & Leadership

• Lead construction execution across distribution, transmission, or substation projects
• Direct and coordinate crews, subcontractors, and field supervisors
• Drive daily and weekly work planning on active job sites
• Resolve field issues in real time to maintain production

Planning, Scheduling & Delivery

• Develop execution plans and sequencing strategies
• Coordinate mobilization, access, and utility constraints
• Monitor schedules and implement recovery plans

Commercial & Cost Management

• Track costs, production, and quantities
• Manage subcontractor scope and change orders
• Identify and mitigate risks impacting budget and schedule

Safety & Compliance

• Lead site safety and enforce company standards
• Ensure compliance with utility, environmental, and regulatory requirements

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Act as the primary point of contact for utility clients
• Lead project meetings and reporting
• Coordinate across field, engineering, and internal teams

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE (NON-NEGOTIABLE)

• 5–10+ years of Project Management experience in power or utility construction
• Direct experience in at least one of the following:
• Transmission line construction
• Electrical distribution systems
• Substation construction
• Experience managing field crews and subcontractors on active utility job sites
• Strong understanding of:
• Electrical construction scopes
• Utility standards and constraints
• Construction sequencing in live environments

NOT A FIT IF YOU ONLY HAVE EXPERIENCE IN:

• Telecom / OSP rollout programs
• General commercial / ICI construction only
• Office-based project coordination roles

Preferred

• Experience in Southeast U.S. utility environments
• Experience working with utility owners (Duke, co-ops, etc.)
• Procore, SAP, MS Project or similar
• PMP or equivalent

Location & Travel

• Must be based in the Southeast U.S. (Charlotte or surrounding region preferred)
• Approximately 50% travel to active job sites

Compensation & Benefits

• $83,800 – $163,900 annually (based on experience)
• 401(k) with company match
• Full health, dental, vision benefits
• Paid travel and expenses
• PTO and vacation

Pay: $83,800.00 - $163,900.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• What types of construction projects have you managed, and what was the typical project value and scope?
• On your most recent project, what were you personally responsible for day-to-day?
• This role requires approximately 50% travel and active site involvement. Are you comfortable with this?
• Are you currently based in the Southeast U.S.? Please specify your location.
• Describe your experience managing power or utility construction projects (transmission, distribution, or substations). Include scope and project size.

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Columbia, SC 29202