Utility Project Manager Jobs in Seattle, WA (NOW HIRING)

This position involves managing electric capital projects aimed at improving system reliability, increasing capacity, and reducing wildfire risk. Projects include transmission, distribution, substation upgrades, large customer loads, and LGIA projects. The Project Manager III is responsible for overseeing scope, schedule, and budget for projects or portfolios of moderate risk and financial impact, often requiring coordination with multiple agencies, private partners, and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Initiate projects by securing stakeholder alignment and leading cross-functional teams to define timelines, methods, and resource allocation.
• Develop statements of work, bid documents, and cost estimates.
• Oversee the full project lifecycle—from initiation through execution—ensuring delivery of scope, cost, schedule, and quality targets.
• Drive project plans, milestones, communication, team direction, and change management.
• Prepare documentation, status reports, and budgets.
• Utilize strong communication, leadership, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

• 6-10+ years of Construction Project Management experience.
• 3-5+ years of electric utility experience in transmission, distribution, substations, generation, or related utility operations.
• Experience managing capital budgets.
• Demonstrated experience overseeing project scope, schedule, budget, risk, and quality throughout the project lifecycle.
• Experience coordinating with internal stakeholders, contractors, consultants, permitting agencies, and regulatory organizations.
• Knowledge of project management methodologies, project controls, and change management practices.
• Proficiency with project scheduling and management tools such as MS Project, Primavera P6, and SAP.

• Experience with transmission line projects, distribution system upgrades, substation construction and modernization, and LGIA (Large Generator Interconnection Agreement) projects.
• Knowledge of utility permitting, environmental compliance, and regulatory processes.
• Familiarity with utility asset management and reliability improvement programs.

The role offers a hybrid work environment at the Bothell site. It provides an exceptional opportunity to join a highly reputable energy and utilities company. The position includes PTO (5 days) and Holiday Pay (12 holidays) during the contract. The contract is for 24 months with potential for conversion.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Bothell, WA.

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $70.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a hybrid position in Bothell,WA.

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 16, 2026.

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