Sr. Project Manager - Electric Programs (Poughkeepsie, NY)

As the Sr Project Manager, you’ll be responsible for managing large and/or high-visibility projects for key clients, leading project teams, and playing a pivotal role in business development. You will oversee project performance, mentor staff, and foster strong client relationships, all while driving innovation and reliability in electric distribution systems.

Your Contribution

- Lead and manage assigned projects to meet performance indicators: schedule, budget, profitability, client satisfaction, and quality control.

- Implement and monitor systems of quality control across all assigned projects.

- Accurately forecast fee revenue on a monthly basis.

- Mentor and supervise senior and junior technical leads, identifying and scheduling training as needed.

- Assist in developing strategic plans and programs for business unit growth.

- Track and communicate resource needs for all projects.

- Support business development activities, including proposal preparation, sales calls, and client presentations.

- Build and maintain quality relationships with clients and internal teams.

- Foster a collaborative, high-performing team environment, often coordinating personnel from multiple business units.

- Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as necessary.

Here’s What You’ll Need

- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field (Electrical Engineering preferred).

- 12+ years of work experience, including 8+ years in the electric utility, natural gas, or pipeline industry. - 5+ years managing a high volume of simple to complex engineering projects.

- Strong leadership, team management, and project management skills.

- Excellent oral and written communication abilities.

- Proven client engagement and relationship-building skills.

- Proficiency in forecasting and financial management.

- In-depth knowledge of industry standards, regulatory requirements, and technical innovations.

- Collaborative approach to problem solving and strong business integrity.

Preferred Experience

- MBA or advanced technical degree.

- Prior experience working directly with electric utility clients.

- Construction-related experience.

- Experience with distribution planning analysis tools, feeder design, voltage control, and grid modernization programs.

Inclusive Leadership Requirement: Neurodiversity Awareness

This role involves working closely with client stakeholders and diverse teams. We value candidates who demonstrate:

- Awareness and understanding of neurodiversity in professional environments.

- Experience collaborating with or managing team members with a variety of cognitive and communication styles, and a commitment to inclusive practices.

- The ability to foster psychologically safe and supportive workspaces for all individuals.

Training or experience in neurodiversity inclusion, workplace accommodations, or DEI initiatives is highly valued.

This role is designated as remote, giving you the flexibility to primarily work from home while staying actively connected to your team and projects. We value collaboration and responsiveness, so we ask our remote team members to be available when in-office presence is needed—such as for client meetings, team events, or training sessions. Our approach blends freedom with shared accountability, making ENTRUST an exciting and supportive environment for professionals who thrive in remote work settings with clear, respectful expectations.

- In order to maintain and foster positive client and team relationships, the Sr. PM will be expected to be onsite and/or with our client regularly, so residential proximity is required.

Why Join Us?

- Innovative Projects: Work on cutting-edge projects that make a real impact.

- Career Growth: Enjoy opportunities for professional development and career advancement.

- Inclusive Culture: Be part of a diverse and inclusive team that values your unique contributions.

Not quite right for you? For a full listing of all our openings, please visit us at: https://entrustsol.com/careers/

Who We Are ENTRUST Solutions Group, an ENR Top 100 company, is a community of people, 3,000+ strong, who are committed to our clients and each other. We provide comprehensive and dependable engineering, consulting, and automation services to gas and electric utilities, telecommunication service providers, pipeline operators, and industrial companies.

In Return For Top Talent, ENTRUST Solutions Group Offers

- Generous paid time off and benefits

- 401(k) retirement program with a company match

- Career development programs

- Tuition reimbursement

- Flexible work schedule

What We Offer

- A supportive and inclusive work environment that values diversity and encourages innovation.

- Opportunities for professional growth and career development.

- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, retirement program with a company match, tuition reimbursement, and flexible work schedules.

The base salary for this position ranges from $100,000 to $140,000 annually. The specific amount within this range will be influenced by the work location and various factors, such as internal equity, professional skills, work experience, and pertinent education or training.

Benefits offered include company sponsored medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) plan with company match. Also offered are tuition reimbursement, voluntary life, disability, critical illness, accident and hospitalization plans. HSA or FSA medical accounts and FSA dependent care and transportation/parking accounts are also available. These benefits are subject to employee contribution amounts generally set annually. Full time employees are eligible to earn PTO hours.

May be eligible for discretionary bonus as determined by the company.

To learn more about ENTRUST Benefits and Culture, please visit our company LinkedIn page and follow us at:

https://www.linkedin.com/company/entrustsolutionsgroup

ENTRUST Solutions Group is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Headhunters and recruitment agencies may not submit resumes/CVs through this website or directly to managers. ENTRUST Solutions Group does not accept unsolicited headhunter or agency resumes and will not pay fees to any third-party agency or company that does not have a signed agreement with ENTRUST Solutions Group. #Remote