Utilities Project Manager

K&A Engineering Consulting –

is a privately held company, providing comprehensive consulting, engineering and design, program/project management, construction management, and support services to power utility and industrial clients. Specializing in substation, transmission, distribution, distributed energy resources, and EPC services, we excel in solving complex challenges with precision-driven solutions. We pride ourselves on employing top talent, fostering a culture of excellence, and building meaningful relationships with clients and employees.

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We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled

Project Manager

to join our team at K&A Engineering in

Charlotte, NC.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects that make a real impact in the energy and utility sectors. You’ll be part of a dynamic, people-focused team where your expertise, ideas, and contributions will be valued and celebrated.

Role Expectations

- This position has single point accountability, or can possibly be under the general direction of a Project Director or Senior PM. The Project Manager (PM) position is responsible for the management, or the assistance of managing, all phases of project planning and execution to ensure all project success factors are met, including but not limited to scope, schedule, cost, quality, environmental, safety, communications, security, and integration.

- This position typically is assigned to multiple “White” or “Green” projects per the Project Management Center of Excellence Project Profile Matrix. In aggregate, these projects are typically less than $15M with a Low to Moderate level of complexity impacting only the facility or department level within the Company. The PM serves as the unifying agent providing leadership, management, direction, coordination, and control of the overall project in accordance with the established policies, procedures, systems, and requirements of The Company.

- Create / Staff / Lead Project Team. Provide leadership, oversight management, delegation, and coordination to the various internal and external organizations that are providing services to the project (development, engineering, project controls, estimating, construction management, supply chain, legal, EHS, QA/QC, operations, communications, regulatory, security, fuels, transmission, etc.). The PM manages all matrixed members of the team on a daily basis and is responsible for interfacing with functional managers of team members, regarding placement, development and conflict resolution.

- Establish and maintain communications among all project/program’s stakeholders. Structure, lead, and/or assist in leading all project related meetings and reports required to ensure open communication between all team members, key stakeholders, and management (monthly project reviews, kickoff meetings, weekly reports, monthly reports, etc.) and to properly report project status. Assure that Project Plan, all appropriate reports and reporting means are developed and managed according to PMCoE Standards. Present reports to appropriate management / governance team skillfully.

- Plan (or assist in planning) the project (s) assigned to, including scope, schedule, cost, safety, and quality aspect of the project. Drive the process of project planning including scope definition, estimating, schedule formation and monitoring, cost control measures, procurement/contracting strategies, equipment selection, vendor selection, start-up and commissioning plans, and integration processes. This includes project planning and execution activities like scope definition, detailed design, construction, start-up and commissioning, turnover to operations, and warranty management.

- Execute projects (or assist in project execution) according to Plan within designed scope, cost and schedule limits. Includes objectives, stakeholders, scope, roles and responsibilities, assumptions and constraints, deliverables, WBS, schedule, external communication, regulatory strategy, procurement strategy, contractor and supplier strategy, resource plan, budget, lessons learned, risk plan, quality plan, safety plan, environmental plan, security plan, integration plan, data management plan, communications and reporting plan, change management, and project close out.

What We’re Looking For

- Associates Degree AND

- 2 years minimum required related experience

- In Lieu of Degree, High School / GED AND 5 years minimum required related experience

- Preferred Qualifications

- Bachelor’s Degree

- Certified Associate of Project Management

- Professional Engineer

- Configuration Management II Professional (CM2-P)

- Project Management Professional (PMP)

- Additional Preferred Qualifications

- Working Knowledge to Proficiency in Project Management, Decision Making, Critical Thinking, and Problem Solving

- Project related work experience

- Risk Management

- Project Leadership

- Working knowledge to proficiency in project related Scheduling/ Cost Controls

- Proven Collaborative Team Member

- Utility Experience

- Construction Management knowledge

- 4 Year Degree

- Utility Technical Certifications/Training

- PMI (PMP or CAPM) Certification

- CMII certificates

- Professional Engineer License

Pay Range $40-46/Hour

Why Join K&A? People-First Culture:

We put our people at the center of everything we do, creating an environment where your professional and personal growth is a top priority.

Innovation & Learning:

We encourage continuous learning and invest in your development through training, mentorship, and hands-on experience.

Collaborative Team Environment:

We believe in the power of collaboration and working together to achieve the best outcomes for our clients and employees.

Recognition & Growth:

We’ve earned our reputation through uncompromising precision and a commitment to excellence. As an agile and fast-growing company, we offer plenty of opportunities for your career advancement and growth.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for eligible classified employees, including but not limited to:

- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

- FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care Spending Account

- 401K (Traditional and Roth with Company Match)

- Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)

- Paid Parental Leave

- Paid Holidays and Flexible PTO

- Tuition Reimbursement, Parking and Transit Reimbursement, and Pet Insurance

- Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance

- EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

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The salary range for this role considers a wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to technical ability, experience and training, licenses and certifications, and other related skillsets. The disclosed range is an estimate and has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.