Project Manager

Potelco Inc

The Role

Overview

Manage high‑voltage transmission & substation construction projects

Key Responsibilities

  • cost management
  • contract negotiation
  • construction planning
  • project scheduling
  • budget reporting
  • safety management

Tasks

The Project Manager manages high-voltage transmission, distribution, and substation construction/maintenance projects. Project Managers at Potelco will participate in the conceptual development of a construction project and oversee its organization, scheduling, budgeting, staffing, subcontractors, safety, quality, and implementation. If the following interests you, we encourage you to apply! -Assist with managing project costs to stay within the forecasted budget range. -Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to administrative staff, workers, and clients, representing the owner or developer. -Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changes, and additions to contractual agreements with architects, consultants, clients, suppliers, and subcontractors. -Plan, organize, or direct activities concerned with the construction or maintenance of structures, facilities, or systems. -Schedule the project in logical steps and budget time required to meet deadlines. -Execute corrective actions to deal with the results of delays, bad weather, or emergencies -Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, subcontractors, or engineers to discuss and resolve matters, such as work procedures, complaints, or construction problems. -Prepare and submit budget estimates, progress reports, or cost tracking reports.

Requirements

  • project management
  • 5+ years
  • high‑voltage
  • microsoft excel
  • associate degree
  • driver’s license

What You Bring

If you enjoy working with a great group of professionals, are accurate, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and enjoy using your construction and organizational skills, then we have a role for you! Potelco, Inc. seeks a great Project Manager to join the team in Sumner, WA. -Must pass mandatory drug and alcohol screening(s). -5+ years of project management experience in the construction industry. -Valid driver’s license. -Must be willing to travel, short-term. -Ability to write business correspondence and communicate effectively. -High-voltage powerline industry experience. -Associate’s or bachelor’s degree or relevant experience is preferred. -Must be proficient with Microsoft Office suite, with strong Microsoft Excel skills. -Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from other managers, clients, customers, and local permitting agencies.

Benefits

The salary range for this role is $90,000-$120,000, depending on expercience. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Minimum Qualifications -Paid time off -Dental insurance -Health insurance -Vision insurance -Life insurance -Flexible spending account -401(k) matching

The Company

About Potelco Inc

-As part of Quanta Services’ West group, it scales complex projects across the Pacific Northwest and beyond. -Its financial strength under a publicly‑traded parent enables ongoing growth in fleet, equipment and regional reach. -Specializing in high‑voltage transmission (69–345 kV), distribution systems, substations, street lighting and underground utilities. -It also delivers 24/7 emergency response—mobilizing crews nationwide after storms like Katrina, Sandy and Irene. -The firm supports renewable power upgrades alongside traditional utility work, reflecting evolving energy trends. -Notably, a subsidiary, Infrasource Services, adds synergistic natural gas solutions to its electric‑centric portfolio. -Railroad power and fiber‑optic expertise round out its offerings, making it the go‑to contractor for major infrastructure projects.

Sector Specialisms

Transmission

Distribution

Substation

Substation Construction

Street Lights

Renewable Power

Underground Utility Construction

Project Management & Communication

Railroad Power & Fiber

Energized Services

Emergency Response

Safety & Training Services

Engineering & Design

Security Clearance

-must pass mandatory drug and alcohol screening(s) -valid driver’s license required