Electrical Lineman - Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary :

The Electrical Lineman Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing overhead and underground electrical distribution and transmission projects. This role combines hands-on lineman expertise with project management responsibilities to ensure safe, efficient, and profitable execution of utility or industrial electrical projects.

The ideal candidate will have field experience as a journeyman or master lineman, strong leadership capabilities, and the ability to manage multiple projects, crews, and client expectations simultaneously.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead and manage electrical line construction, maintenance, and repair projects from inception to close-out.
• Coordinate with utility companies, municipalities, and internal departments to meet project requirements and timelines.
• Develop project schedules, workforce plans, budgets, and safety strategies.
• Supervise and support foremen, linemen, apprentices, and subcontractors to ensure safe and compliant work practices.
• Conduct field assessments, pre-job planning, and site walk-throughs to validate scopes of work and resource needs.
• Responsible for estimating and providing quotes for heavy industrial electrical projects
• Supports the Market Development team with customer meetings by acting as a product / service manager.
• Ensure compliance with MSHA, OSHA, NEC, NESC, and company-specific safety policies.
• Monitor job progress, production tracking, and cost performance; proactively address any deviations.
• Prepare and maintain documentation including job status reports, work orders, change orders, and close-out packages.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, vendors, and field personnel on assigned projects.
• Support material procurement, permitting, utility coordination, and inspections as needed.
• Participate in post-project reviews to capture lessons learned and drive continuous improvement.

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Physical Requirements :

Talk / Hear : Required to communicate with employees at all levels in the organization and coordinate safe operations.

Stand / Sit : Frequent standing required for overseeing and participating in job site activities.

Walk : Regular movement around job sites, including uneven terrain and open areas.

Use hands / fingers to handle or feel : Significant use of computer keyboards. Will often handle tools, safety gear, and materials.

Climb : will often, climb stairs and ladders, poles, or equipment to supervise work at height.

Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl : Required for equipment inspection, repair, and setup in tight spaces.

See : Must be able to assess hazards, supervise tasks, and monitor job site safety.

Carry, weight, Lift : Regular lifting of tools and equipment (up to 50 lbs.); must assist team with heavier gear.

Exposure to work : Field exposure to electrical infrastructure, weather elements, and job site risks; PPE required while working on customer sites and in Mid-State shop areas.

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

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