Utilities Project Manager Jobs in Goodyear, AZ (NOW HIRING)

Job Description RCS Staffing has an immediate need for a Project Manager in Phoenix, AZ. This is a full-time, direct-hire, hybrid assignment with our client. This position offers a competitive compensation package including benefits, vacation, and holidays.

Overview of YOUR role as a Project Manager As a Project Manager, YOU will play a key role in overseeing power infrastructure projects-primarily substation and transmission work supporting large-scale data centers. This is a dynamic, client-facing role that requires a driven, self-starting professional who thrives in a fast-paced and constantly evolving environment. As a Project Manager, YOU will: Manage and support power delivery projects focused on substation and transmission (distribution experience considered secondary).

Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, construction, and operations teams to ensure project delivery meets client expectations. Attend and lead internal and external meetings; prepare and present project updates and presentations. Regularly interact with clients and stakeholders to maintain strong relationships and ensure smooth project execution (not responsible for generating new business).

Adapt to a changing day-to-day environment-no two days will look the same. Visit project sites as needed; travel may include 3-4 days per month for remote candidates (expenses paid). YOU are the ideal Project Manager candidate if you have: 5-10 years of experience managing power delivery projects, with a focus on substation or transmission.

Proven ability to handle multiple priorities and tight deadlines with professionalism and polish. Strong communication and client interaction skills, with a results-oriented and solutions-driven mindset. A proactive person, motivated by progress and completion, not content to sit back.

Excellent organizational and presentation abilities, with proficiency in Microsoft Office tools. The ability to thrive in a hybrid environment, typically working 2-3 days per week in office (7 a.m.-4 p.m. schedule)

It's a BONUS if you have: Experience supporting data center clients or other fast-paced, high-demand environments. Prior experience in a seller/doer type role managing client relationships. Strong understanding of the power delivery lifecycle and collaboration between engineering and construction teams.

About Our Client: this Phoenix-based consulting firm offers full-service civil engineering and design support across public and private sectors. They maintain in-house capabilities in areas such as land surveying, landscape architecture, stormwater and water/wastewater systems, land planning, and civil site design. Their staff works on a wide variety of project types-commercial, residential, industrial, public works, energy/utility, transportation-and they have a regional presence across the western United States.

They emphasize a "Service First" mindset, integrating coordination among stakeholders early in the process to control costs, expedite approvals, and achieve design goals. Who WE Are: RCS Staffing is a certified Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) specializing in the recruitment of professionals for best-of-class companies throughout the United States. Since 1994, RCS recruits top talent for direct hire, temp-to-perm and contract staffing positions and provides customized payroll services.

Our Recruiting Specialties consist of all Engineering Disciplines, Project Management, Project Controls, Information Technology, Energy Efficiency and Business Professionals. RCS is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type. RCS recruits, hires, and promotes for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, genetic information or age.

All terms and conditions of employment such as compensation, benefits, work assignment, availability of facilities and privileges of employment are administered on the same basis of equality.