Utilities Project Manager Jobs in Leesburg, VA

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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Senior Project Manager (Water Design-Build)

  • Germantown, MD (17 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Germantown, MD (17 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 4 hours ago

This position will be part of an exciting team employing the latest technologies to solve critical water supply, treatment, and infrastructure projects such as water and wastewater treatment plants,...

Lead Project Manager, Technical Advisory (Independent Engineering)

  • Reston, VA (15 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Reston, VA (15 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Lead Project Manager, Technical Advisory (Independent Engineering) Location: Based anywhere in the continental United States. Travel to sites required. Our work is focused on enabling development...

Program Manager-Utilities

  • Leesburg, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Leesburg, VA
  • 1 day ago

Welcome and thank you for your interest in employment with Loudoun County Government! ALL SECTIONS OF THE APPLICATION MUST BE COMPLETED IN ITS ENTIRETY.THE RESUME IS CONSIDERED SUPPLEMENTAL...

Sr DC Capex Procurement Manager - Energy infrastructure, Data Center Sourcing and Procurement

  • Herndon, VA (12 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Herndon, VA (12 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 2 days ago

AWS Infrastructure Services owns the design, planning, delivery, and operation of all AWS global infrastructure. In other words, were the people who keep the cloud running. We support all AWS data...

Program Manager-Utilities

  • Leesburg, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Leesburg, VA
  • 4 days ago

Loudoun County's Department of Transportation and Capital Infrastructure is seeking a dynamic and experienced Program Manager to lead the coordination of utility relocation and installation...

Project Manager - Transportation

  • Leesburg, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Leesburg, VA
  • 5 days ago

Loudoun County, Virginia, is seeking applicants for an experienced professional to serve as a Project Manager for the Transportation Capital Projects team, within the Department of Transportation...

Safety and Occupational Health Program Manager

  • Reston, VA (15 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Reston, VA (15 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 9 days ago

What General Information Do I Need To Know About This Position? GS-14 Salary: $142,488 (Step 1) to $185,234 (Step 10); Definitions : SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE : Specialized experience is experience...

MEP Project Manager, Data Centers

  • Manassas, VA (20 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Manassas, VA (20 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 9 days ago

Overview About Suffolk Suffolk is a national enterprise that builds, innovates and invests. Suffolk is an end-to-end business that provides value throughout the entire project lifecycle by...

Mid-Atlantic Water Resources Program Manager

  • Rockville, MD (24 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (24 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 9 days ago

Are you highly motivated, hard-working, and seeking to join a growth-focused environmental consulting & engineering firm? Are you looking for a company that will invest in your development and...

Project Manager- Water/Wastewater

  • Ashburn, VA (6 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Ashburn, VA (6 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 11 days ago

Overview Kimley-Horn's Ashburn, Virginia (VA) office is seeking a Civil Engineer with 10+ years of experience to join their Water/Wastewater and Utilities team! This is not a remote position....

Sr. Construction/Project Manager - Water - Washington DC Region Job Details Black & Veatch Family of Companies

  • Gaithersburg, MD (23 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (23 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 12 days ago

Project types could include water transmission pipelines, water pump stations, wastewater collection systems, wastewater pump stations, water / wastewater treatment facilities and related infrastructure...

Senior Project Manager - Data Centers - ALC

  • Ashburn, VA (6 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Ashburn, VA (6 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 12 days ago

Country: United States of America Location: CAV03: CCS-Ashburn, VA 21750 Red Rum Dr, Ashburn, VA, 20147 USA At Automated Logic, we've been developing and supporting intelligent building solutions...

Environmental Assistant Staff Project Manager

  • Chantilly, VA (14 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Chantilly, VA (14 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 14 days ago

What You'll Do Engineering Consulting Services (ECS) is seeking a highly motivated Environmental Assistant Staff Project Manager to join our team. This role performs specific field tasks assigned...

Project Manager-Energy Storage

  • Herndon, VA (12 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Herndon, VA (12 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 18 days ago

By integrating renewables, energy management technology, and storage with traditional energy resources, we reinvent clean energy production from the largest and most complex grids to the most remote...

Environmental Regulatory Permitting Project Manager - FERC/Energy

  • Fairfax, VA (14 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA (14 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 20 days ago

Environmental Regulatory Permitting Project Manager - FERC/Energy - ( 250001F3 ) Description Grounded in safety, quality, and ethics, our experts lead their fields and guide our work with rigor, a...

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Salary for Utilities Project Manager Jobs in Leesburg, VA

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Highest Education Level

Utilities Project Managers in Leesburg, VA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
42.6%
Master's Degree
28.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.2%
Associate's Degree
7.6%
High School or GED
7.0%
Doctorate Degree
3.7%
Some College
1.0%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Utilities Project Managers in Leesburg, VA
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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