Spencer Ogden · 14 hours ago
Project Manager (Utility)
Poughkeepsie, NY
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$125K/yr - $150K/yr
5+ years expSpencer Ogden is a leading self-perform power infrastructure contractor that delivers complex energy projects across transmission, distribution, and substation environments. They are seeking an experienced Project Manager to support capital infrastructure projects for a major electric utility in the Northeast, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on schedule, and within budget.
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Hiring Manager
Faith Brown
Responsibilities
Manage utility infrastructure projects from planning through closeout
Support transmission, distribution, and substation projects (preferred experience)
Coordinate schedules, budgets, scope, and resources across multiple stakeholders
Act as day-to-day project liaison with utility clients and internal construction teams
Track project costs, change orders, and progress reporting
Ensure compliance with utility standards, safety requirements, and regulatory guidelines
Support field operations and site activities as needed
Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies
Prepare project documentation, forecasts, and executive updates
Qualification
Required
5+ years of project management experience in power, utilities, or heavy civil infrastructure
Experience supporting or working directly with electric utilities
Strong understanding of construction means and methods
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to work onsite 3 days per week in Poughkeepsie, NY
Proficiency with project controls, scheduling, and cost tracking tools
Preferred
Experience with substation, transmission, and/or distribution projects
Background with self-perform contractors or EPC environments
Familiarity with utility standards, work management systems, or capital programs
Benefits
Competitive base salary
Annual performance bonus
Annual cost-of-living increase
Fully covered medical, dental, and vision insurance
Per diem available for eligible candidates
Mileage reimbursement, fuel card, and travel support
Paid time off and holidays
Long-term career growth with a stable infrastructure organization
Company
Spencer Ogden
Spencer Ogden is the global award-winning energy, engineering and infrastructure recruiter of choice.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
MML Capital Partners
2020-02-12Private Equity
Leadership Team
Catherine Phillips
Chief Financial Officer
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