Utilities Project Manager Jobs in North Carolina

A Utilities Project Manager in the utilities industry is responsible for managing and overseeing various projects related to utilities such as water, gas, and electricity systems. These professionals plan, coordinate, and direct utility projects from conception to completion, ensuring that they are completed on time, within budget, and to the agreed quality standards. They are tasked with risk management, contract negotiation, budgeting, resource allocation, and team management. They also liaise with stakeholders, contractors, and regulatory bodies, and ensure adherence to safety regulations and compliance standards.

Key skills for a Utilities Project Manager include excellent leadership and communication skills, project management expertise, proficient knowledge in utility systems, and the ability to work under pressure and meet strict deadlines. Strong analytical skills, financial acumen, and problem-solving abilities are also vital. They should hold a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or Certified Construction Manager (CCM). Prior experience in the utility industry is a must, often in roles such as a Utility Engineer, Utilities Supervisor, or Project Coordinator, which provide the necessary technical knowledge and industry experience required for this position.

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Information Program Manager

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 3 hours ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 3 hours ago

Job Description Summary The Information Program Manager is responsible for overseeing information management aspects across a portfolio of large-scale engineering and construction projects...

Program Manager (Meeting Planner - Life Sciences)

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 3 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 3 hours ago

About Us: At BCD Meetings & Events (BCD M&E), we provide more than meeting and event planning services: we create connections that inspire, motivate and change behavior for our customers. As the...

Senior Project Manager - Water/Wastewater Services

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 14 hours ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 14 hours ago

distribution and wastewater collection), water and wastewater pumping systems and water/wastewater treatment projects in North Carolina....

Project Manager

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 17 hours ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 17 hours ago

The Project Manager is responsible for planning, scheduling, assisting with estimating and maintaining documentation on assigned projects. The Project Manager will work in concert with the General...

Assistant Project Manager

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 17 hours ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 17 hours ago

The Assistant Project Manager reports to the assigned Project Manager and is responsible for supporting the Field activities of the project management team. The Assistant Project Manager shall...

Assistant Project Manager-Water/Wastewater

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 day ago

Extensive knowledge in permitting requirements and processes for water / wastewater collection and treatment projects....

Project Manager-Water/Wastewater

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 day ago

Ability to build a talented team of water /wastewater professionals that are experts in their field....

Project Manager

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 day ago

Great people make Schneider Electric a great company. The Project Manager is accountable for managing moderate size and complexity project orders (customer, affiliate, recall, etc), from start to...

Water / Wastewater Project Manager

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 2 days ago

Water / Wastewater Project Manager - (182389) At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered...

Senior Industrial Water/Wastewater Project Manager

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 3 days ago

The Senior Project Manager will develop, perform and manage water/wastewater programs with a focus on treatment, management, and reuse....

Assistant Project Manager ( Solar )

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 3 days ago

Assistant Project Manager ( Solar ) Raleigh, NC Full Time Posted by: IEA Management Services Posted: Monday, 10 March 2025 Overview: OVERVIEW: Responsible for coordinating projects from lead phase...

Project Manager Energy, Power & Renewables

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 4 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 4 days ago

WK Dickson (an Ardurra Company) is looking to hire a Project Manager for our growing energy practice in Charlotte, NC or Greenville, SC. Our civil and environmental engineering staff develop...

Project Manager - Substatio Date: Mar 6, 2025 Location: Overland Park, KS, US Houston, TX, US Cary, NC, US Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies Together, we own our company, our future, and...

Project Manager - Automation & Intelligence

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 5 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 5 days ago

Water/wastewater experience is not required but a plus. Solid problem-solving skills. Good communication with technically oriented personnel....

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Utilities Project Manager Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Project Management: How to be a Successful Project Manager
What is project management? What are the essential project management principles? And what factors affect the state of a project? Youll have the chance to learn the answers to these questions and...
Gaining Business Acumen for Project Managers
Learn to be a successful project professional by continuously evaluating the efforts of your projects and making sure that they are aligned with the goal of supporting your company's mission as...
Persuasion and Presence for Program and Project Managers
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Salary for Utilities Project Manager Jobs in North Carolina

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireUtilities research efforts.

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Highest Education Level

Utilities Project Managers in North Carolina offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
42.5%
Master's Degree
28.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.3%
Associate's Degree
7.6%
High School or GED
7.1%
Doctorate Degree
3.7%
Some College
1.1%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Utilities Project Managers in North Carolina
2-4 years
31.8%
4-6 years
31.8%
10+ years
13.6%
1-2 years
9.1%
8-10 years
4.5%
Less than 1 year
4.5%
None
4.5%


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