Do you enjoy leading and managing projects from initiation to completion? Do you have a background in managing utility projects? Then this is the role for you!
Volt is seeking a Project Manager for an opportunity located in Oakbrook Terrace, IL ( This is onsite 3 days a week)
As a Project Manager you will:
Oversee all aspects of a project, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closing.
Developing project plans, including scope, timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.
Leading project teams and coordinating activities to ensure that project goals are met.
Monitoring project progress and identifying and addressing issues or risks.
Communicating with stakeholders and senior management to provide updates on project status.
Managing project budgets and ensuring that projects are delivered within budget.
Ensuring that projects are delivered on time and meet quality standards.
Developing and maintaining relationships with project stakeholders and external partners.
Leading project meetings and facilitating discussions to drive project progress.
Managing project documentation, including project plans, schedules, and reports.
Supporting the development and implementation of project management best practices and processes.
This is a full-time role
Ideal candidate will have:
Bachelor of Science in Engineering, including Mechanical, Electrical, Environmental, or Construction Engineering preferred
Strong Utility PM experience (5+ years).
Financial & forecasting acumen
Experience managing medium voltage (12kV - 69KV) utility projects
Contract management experience
Ability to manage a portfolio of >25 projects in all stages of initiation, scope definition, design, construction, and closeout.
Access to a car is required to report in-office or to a jobsite at least 3 days a week
Proficient in reading electrical prints
Understanding of Sarbanes Oxley accounting & forecasting principals
Proficient with Microsoft Office 365, Asset Suite 8 experience
Experience with Primarily Community Solar projects involving feeder line extensions, substation upgrades, and contractual relationship with the customer/developer.
Real Estate easement, zoning, and permitting experience is a plus
Pay Rate: $70.00-$75.00/per hour
*Pay range offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors, including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc.
Qualified candidates should APPLY NOW for immediate consideration! Please hit APPLY to provide the required information, and we will be back in touch as soon as possible.
Benefits: Volt offers benefits (based on eligibility) that include the following: health, dental, vision, term life, short term disability, AD&D, 401(k), Sick time, and other types of paid leaves (as required by law), Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Volt is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits any kind of unlawful discrimination and harassment. Volt is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national origin, citizenship, social or ethnic origin, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by the statutes, rules, and regulations in the locations where it operates. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please email hr_dept@volt.com or call (866) 898-0005. Please indicate the specifics of the assistance needed.
Volt does not discriminate against applicants based on citizenship status, immigration status, or national origin, in accordance with 8 U.S.C. ยง 1324b. The company will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in a manner that complies with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.
