Forbes Bros. Group of Companies delivers transmission, distribution, substation, and related power infrastructure projects across Canada and the United States.

Our work spans field construction, project delivery, operations, and corporate support in an environment where safety, execution, and reliability matter.

POSITION SUMMARY

This is a field-driven Project Manager role focused on power infrastructure construction.

You will lead projects involving:

Electrical distribution systems
Transmission line construction
Substation construction and upgrades

This is not a general construction or telecom role. Candidates must have direct experience in power or utility construction environments.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES

Field Execution & Leadership

Lead construction execution across distribution, transmission, or substation projects
Direct and coordinate crews, subcontractors, and field supervisors
Drive daily and weekly work planning on active job sites
Resolve field issues in real time to maintain production

Planning, Scheduling & Delivery

Develop execution plans and sequencing strategies
Coordinate mobilization, access, and utility constraints
Monitor schedules and implement recovery plans

Commercial & Cost Management

Track costs, production, and quantities
Manage subcontractor scope and change orders
Identify and mitigate risks impacting budget and schedule

Safety & Compliance

Lead site safety and enforce company standards
Ensure compliance with utility, environmental, and regulatory requirements

Client & Stakeholder Management

Act as the primary point of contact for utility clients
Lead project meetings and reporting
Coordinate across field, engineering, and internal teams

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE (NON-NEGOTIABLE)

5–10+ years of Project Management experience in power or utility construction
Direct experience in at least one of the following:
- Transmission line construction
- Electrical distribution systems
- Substation construction
Experience managing field crews and subcontractors on active utility job sites
Strong understanding of:
- Electrical construction scopes
- Utility standards and constraints
- Construction sequencing in live environments

Preferred

Experience in Southeast U.S. utility environments
Experience working with utility owners (Duke, co-ops, etc.)
Procore, SAP, MS Project or similar
PMP or equivalent

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Location & Travel

Must be based in the Southeast U.S. (Charlotte or surrounding region preferred)
Approximately 30% travel to active job sites

Compensation & Benefits

$83,800 – $163,900 annually (based on experience)
401(k) with company match
Full health, dental, vision benefits
Paid travel and expenses
PTO and vacation

Forbes Bros. Group of Companies and its affiliated entities are committed to providing a respectful and accessible recruitment process.

Employment is subject to the requirements of the applicable role, location, project, and employing entity. Depending on the position, this may include verification of work authorization, background screening, driver abstract, drug and alcohol screening, credential verification, client/site access requirements, and other pre-employment conditions permitted by applicable law.

Applicants who require accommodation during the recruitment process are encouraged to contact the recruitment team.

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Project Manager - Utility Construction