Project Manager-Federal Utility Programs

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to support a complex federal Areawide portfolio under a Utility Energy Service Contract (UESC) program. This role will focus on delivering energy-saving construction initiatives for a federal customer, requiring strong coordination across internal teams, external partners, and government stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will excel in managing multi-phase projects, proactively identifying risks, and communicating effectively with leadership and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex, multi-stakeholder projects within a federal utility program
• Coordinate across internal teams, federal customers, ESCO partners, and subcontractors
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, ensuring timely execution
• Identify risks early (approvals, access, dependencies) and escalate with solutions
• Track project milestones, deliverables, and action items
• Facilitate meetings and ensure clear ownership across all stakeholders
• Provide concise, executive-level status reporting and updates
• Ensure smooth handoffs between project phases and teams

Top 3 Skills Required

• Stakeholder Coordination: Ability to align federal customers, partners, and internal teams
• Schedule & Risk Management: Strong planning skills with proactive issue identification
• Communication & Reporting: Clear, concise communication with leadership and stakeholders

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects
• Strong project scheduling, issue tracking, and risk management skills
• Ability to communicate effectively with senior leadership and customers
• Experience coordinating across internal teams and external partners (contractors, vendors, agencies)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with federal or utility/infrastructure projects
• Familiarity with federal compliance platforms (e.g., SAM.gov, Treasury IPP)
• Experience with construction project management tools (e.g., Procore)
• Project management certification (PMP or equivalent)

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required

Benefit Offerings

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.