Project Manager

Mac's List
Portland, Oregon
Full Time

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Description

Project Manager

Location: Portland, Oregon

Department: Large Utility Firm - Project Managment

Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Role

We're looking for a motivated Project Manager to join our team! In this role, you'll support and manage small-scale capital projects or phases of larger projects-under the guidance of a senior project manager or program manager. From planning to execution, you'll be involved in all stages of the project life cycle.

This is a great opportunity to build your project management career while working alongside experienced professionals in a supportive environment.

What You'll Do

Oversee small capital projects or portions of larger ones, following established project management practices.
Deliver projects on time, on budget, and within scope and governance guidelines.
Write scopes of work and coordinate requests for proposals with vendors and contractors.
Manage project planning, design, and construction activities.
Develop and maintain project schedules; share regular progress updates.
Monitor and control project cost, timeline, risk, and scope.
Support cost forecasting, schedule tracking, quality reporting, and change control.
Help negotiate work scope changes with contractors and ensure timely completion of contract deliverables.

What You Bring

Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or equivalent experience.
Experience: At least 2 years of relevant professional experience.
Familiarity with cost estimating, scheduling, forecasting, and reporting.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Comfort using technical tools, software, and project applications.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and team-building skills.
Ability to motivate and influence others to drive progress.

Bonus Points (Preferred Qualifications)

3+ years of related professional experience.
Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM).
Background in engineering or technical project support.
Understanding of environmental regulations (e.g., NEPA, SHPO, Army Corps of Engineers).
Experience using SAP for cost tracking and forecasting.
Knowledge of Primavera or other scheduling/project management tools.
Experience with electric utility design or construction.
Familiarity with company policies, systems, and business practices.

Additional Info

This position requires the ability to perform essential job functions with or without accommodation.

Ready to take the next step in your project management career?

We'd love to hear from you!

Listing Type

On-Site