Project Manager at K&A Engineering Consulting in Binghamton, NY | USD100,000-113,000 | Kablio

Role

Description

project execution

client liaison

performance monitoring

risk management

team management

quality control

Responsible for the execution and successful completion of the project and the main point of contact between contractors and the client on all project matter.
Responsible for monitoring and measuring project performance throughout the project and resolving any contract disputes relative to costs, scope, and schedule.
Initiation, Planning, Executing, and Closing Projects — defining the project WBS, Cost Baseline and OBS structure, initiating the project, building its comprehensive work plan, controlling and managing to the risks, scope, schedule and budget
Management of third-party projects including other transmission Customers and interconnecting customers
Managing Teams — facilitating commitment and productivity, removing obstacles, and managing teams
Implementation and Management of Quality and Environmental Process and procedures on all projects focusing on meeting SPI and CPI performance indicators less than 1.0

Requirements

pmp

electrical engineering

microsoft office

7+ years

substation

project management

Knowledge and experience with project management processes and tools.
Ability to work effectively with competing priorities and stressful situations
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (i.e. Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
7+ years relevant project management experience in electric utility projects is required
Relevant experience in substation, transmission, or distribution.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent leadership and organizational skills
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is highly preferred
Proficiency with financial analysis tools in a utility setting
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
401K (Traditional and Roth with Company Match)
Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)
Paid Holidays and Flexible PTO
Tuition Reimbursement, Parking and Transit Reimbursement, and Pet Insurance
FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care Spending Account

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Provides innovative engineering solutions across multiple sectors.
Delivers customized, practical solutions in energy, infrastructure, utilities, and transportation.
Works on projects such as large-scale energy infrastructure, transportation systems, and water resource management.
Specializes in complex designs and high-efficiency engineering services.
Known for addressing current engineering challenges and forecasting future needs and trends.

Culture + Values

5 days

Workweek Standard

The company maintains a standard 5-day workweek to support work-life balance.

4 times

Monthly Connections

Fosters community through ‘Coffee Connections’ initiatives held 4 times a month.

Big Firm Abilities, Small Firm Agility
Delivering excellence through consistent quality and teamwork
Safety as a core value—‘safety is number one priority’ with OSHA certifications, defensive driving, and hazard communication training
Employee-first organization valuing knowledge, learning, connection, collaboration
Promotes a culture of 'can do attitude' and 'say‑do' ratio with project deadlines and quality
Rewards and Recognition through regular programs, awards, and bonuses
Supports work–life balance via generous PTO
K&A Cares – employee-driven community service, e.g., solar panel donations, food packaging, trail cleanups
Continuous learning and development via company-sponsored tuition reimbursement, industry workshops, conferences

Environment + Sustainability

>25M annual revenue growth

Renewable Energy Contracts

Secured major contracts such as USAID SURE II and CMP interconnection support, contributing to significant revenue growth in 2020.

Designed energy engineering solutions to enhance quality of life, with a growing focus on clean and alternative energy projects.
Engineered and donated solar panels to power a rural Nepal health and birthing center.
Embedded safety, health, environment & quality (SHEQ) into core operations.
No stated net-zero target publicly available.

Inclusion & Diversity

Nationally certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE)
Commits to zero tolerance for discrimination, harassment, or racism toward any employee, client, or the public
Actively seeks diverse talent via immigration-friendly hiring processes
In benefits: publicly states 'will remain committed to creating and maintaining a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work culture'
No publicly available gender-related demographic statistics

Articles

Licensing and Permitting Services

Power Generation Services

Technology Solutions

Field Services

Transmission Engineering Services

About K&A

Role

Description

project execution

client liaison

performance monitoring

risk management

team management

quality control

Responsible for the execution and successful completion of the project and the main point of contact between contractors and the client on all project matter.
Responsible for monitoring and measuring project performance throughout the project and resolving any contract disputes relative to costs, scope, and schedule.
Initiation, Planning, Executing, and Closing Projects — defining the project WBS, Cost Baseline and OBS structure, initiating the project, building its comprehensive work plan, controlling and managing to the risks, scope, schedule and budget
Management of third-party projects including other transmission Customers and interconnecting customers
Managing Teams — facilitating commitment and productivity, removing obstacles, and managing teams
Implementation and Management of Quality and Environmental Process and procedures on all projects focusing on meeting SPI and CPI performance indicators less than 1.0

Requirements

pmp

electrical engineering

microsoft office

7+ years

substation

project management

Knowledge and experience with project management processes and tools.
Ability to work effectively with competing priorities and stressful situations
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (i.e. Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
7+ years relevant project management experience in electric utility projects is required
Relevant experience in substation, transmission, or distribution.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent leadership and organizational skills
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is highly preferred
Proficiency with financial analysis tools in a utility setting
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Paid Parental Leave
EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
401K (Traditional and Roth with Company Match)
Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)
Paid Holidays and Flexible PTO
Tuition Reimbursement, Parking and Transit Reimbursement, and Pet Insurance
FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care Spending Account

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Provides innovative engineering solutions across multiple sectors.
Delivers customized, practical solutions in energy, infrastructure, utilities, and transportation.
Works on projects such as large-scale energy infrastructure, transportation systems, and water resource management.
Specializes in complex designs and high-efficiency engineering services.
Known for addressing current engineering challenges and forecasting future needs and trends.

Culture + Values

5 days

Workweek Standard

The company maintains a standard 5-day workweek to support work-life balance.

4 times

Monthly Connections

Fosters community through ‘Coffee Connections’ initiatives held 4 times a month.

Big Firm Abilities, Small Firm Agility
Delivering excellence through consistent quality and teamwork
Safety as a core value—‘safety is number one priority’ with OSHA certifications, defensive driving, and hazard communication training
Employee-first organization valuing knowledge, learning, connection, collaboration
Promotes a culture of 'can do attitude' and 'say‑do' ratio with project deadlines and quality
Rewards and Recognition through regular programs, awards, and bonuses
Supports work–life balance via generous PTO
K&A Cares – employee-driven community service, e.g., solar panel donations, food packaging, trail cleanups
Continuous learning and development via company-sponsored tuition reimbursement, industry workshops, conferences

Environment + Sustainability

>25M annual revenue growth

Renewable Energy Contracts

Secured major contracts such as USAID SURE II and CMP interconnection support, contributing to significant revenue growth in 2020.

Designed energy engineering solutions to enhance quality of life, with a growing focus on clean and alternative energy projects.
Engineered and donated solar panels to power a rural Nepal health and birthing center.
Embedded safety, health, environment & quality (SHEQ) into core operations.
No stated net-zero target publicly available.

Inclusion & Diversity

Nationally certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE)
Commits to zero tolerance for discrimination, harassment, or racism toward any employee, client, or the public
Actively seeks diverse talent via immigration-friendly hiring processes
In benefits: publicly states 'will remain committed to creating and maintaining a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work culture'
No publicly available gender-related demographic statistics

Articles

Licensing and Permitting Services

Power Generation Services

Technology Solutions

Field Services

Transmission Engineering Services

About K&A