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Quanta Services Project Manager - Travel Required in Columbus, Ohio
About Us
Are you passionate about creating sustainable and innovative infrastructure solutions? Do you want to be part of a dynamic team that's shaping the future of our communities? At InfraSource, we’re looking for forward-thinking problem solvers ready to make a real impact. Join us to collaborate with industry leaders, leverage cutting-edge technology, and drive projects that matter. Let’s build a brighter, more connected world together.
About this Role
IFS InfraSource is looking for an experienced utility construction Project Manager to join our team. This Project Manager plans and oversees complex utility infrastructure projects to ensure they are completed safely, on schedule, and within budget. This role has responsibility for project financials, schedule performance, customer relationships, and contract execution from award through closeout. This position requires approximately 80% travel, with extended time spent in the field supporting construction activities. Successful candidates must reside in the Northeast region of the U.S. and be comfortable working in dynamic, fast ‑ paced field environments and traveling as business needs require.
What You'll Do
Lead and oversee project office set-up, including systems, controls, and reporting processes
Create and own the project execution plan, including safety, staffing, scheduling, and productivity targets
Develop, maintain and update project documentation and project file system (physical and electronic)
Manage projects with responsibility for overall P&L performance, including budget adherence, margin protection, and cost controls
Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, inspectors, and key stakeholders
Ensure stakeholder notification and buy-in
Collaborate with field supervision, estimating, safety, and support teams to achieve project objectives
Estimate costs based on provided estimating tools and/or work with others to develop budgets
Full understanding of the project contract
Ensuring Change Orders are documented per the contract
Complete project close-out per company policy
Accruals are tracked weekly/monthly and turned in at the end of every week
Develop and maintain critical path schedules in MS Project and/or Primavera P6
Prepare and present weekly project status reports covering cost, schedule, risk, and production
Work interdepartmentally to make sure all revenue is accounted for and accurate
Forecasting cost scope schedule resources daily/weekly/monthly
End of month explanations for variances to forecast
Work with internal support groups to set up projects in the accounting system
What You'll Bring
Demonstrated experience managing Natural Gas or utility infrastructure construction projects (distribution, transmission, or related utility work)
Minimum of 2 years of project management experience in utility, industrial, or heavy construction environments
Willingness to travel
Ability to interpret field conditions and communicate project requirements
Ability to develop and communicate ideas regarding the project
Ability to apply established project management methodologies to complex field construction environments
Proficient in MS Office Applications: MS Word, MS Excel, MS Project
Proven ability to manage project budgets, forecasting, cost reporting, and earned value
Desired: PMP, CCM, or equivalent project management certification
In this role, success is defined by delivering safe, profitable projects that meet customer expectations while maintaining schedule integrity, cost control, and strong field leadership
What You'll Get
Paid on-the-job technical and professional training
Defined career path for future growth
Competitive wages and industry-leading benefits including Retirement Plan
This position is subject to the Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) drug & alcohol testing regulations as outlined in 49 CFR Part 382 and/or 49 CFR Part 199.
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.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.
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ID2026-14707
CategoryProject Management
Position TypeFull-Time Regular
LocationUS-OH-Columbus
Workplace TypeField-Based