The Power Project Manager is responsible for executing T&D projects and pursuits across multiple business lines within the region. This includes supporting Transmission Line, Power, Underground & Distribution), Substation, and other potential Milhouse Engineering & Construction, Inc. Business Lines that require additional project management beyond their existing PM capacity. The Project Manager will oversee the pursuit process, build project execution teams, and manage project implementation. Throughout this process, they will foster a culture of proactive communication, continuous improvement, and a strong focus on growth and profitability.
Additionally, the Project Manager will collaborate with their Senior Leader to develop project management strategies that enhance MEC position. This includes establishing sales and business development plans aligned with growth objectives and facilitating collaboration across regional Power activities, pursuits, and projects.
What you will do:
Lead the pursuit process for projects in emerging business lines, building a strong opportunity pipeline, acting as the capture manager for new prospects, driving go/no-go evaluations, and steering opportunities through the risk management process
Monitoring profitability and financial performance of projects
Ensuring adherence to MEC Quality Control procedures
Overseeing the implementation of project management methodologies, procedures, and tools
Tracking schedule development and ensuring compliance with timelines
Identifying and driving effective change management strategies
Proactively coordinate with business line management to align emerging business line activities with broader organizational goals
Identify target client opportunities and oversee pursuit coordination alongside the Growth team and seller-doers
Direct quality control (QC) efforts, ensuring scopes of work, schedules, and budgets are thoroughly assessed during both the pursuit phase and execution phase to mitigate potential risks
Provide support in contract reviews, negotiations, and advisement, especially during annual renewal processes
Ensure alignment and collaboration with regional team members, focusing on staff development, quality control, and resource coordination
Support project team members in emerging business lines by fostering collaboration with the MEC Leadership Team
Uphold strict compliance with company and site safety policies, ensuring all projects operate within safety standards
Who you are:
A bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, business, or a related field from an accredited program is required.
10+ years of relevant consulting experience, preferably within the transmission and distribution industry, with a focus on transmission engineering design and/or project management preferred
Professional Engineer (PE) License preferred
Project Management Professional (PMP) preferred, based on years of Project Management experience
Proven success in client and business development, demonstrating strong relationship-building and strategic growth
Extensive experience in project management, including proposal development, contract negotiations, project planning, design team coordination, budgeting, schedule management, and client collaboration
Strong facilitation, collaboration, organization, and problem-solving skills, ensuring smooth project execution
Track record of financial success, including delivering projects within budget, achieving savings, and maintaining strong profit margins
Ability to lead, influence, and manage teams with thoughtfulness and positivity
Exceptional planning and analytical skills to optimize project outcomes and decision-making
Outstanding oral and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively present complex information to employees, management, and clients at all levels
Knowledge of project management methodologies and tools, including proficiency in Microsoft Project or equivalent software
Considerable experience working with clients in the utility arena
Experience leading cross-disciplinary design projects
Ability to diffuse problematic situations with internal and external customers
At Milhouse, we’re more than just a place to work — we’re a place to grow, thrive, and be celebrated. Here’s how we invest in you:
Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage – Reach out to learn how your deductible could be covered 100% through Garner Health!
Company Sponsored Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability – We’ve got your back when life takes unexpected turns.
Voluntary Coverages – Take control of your well-being with added coverage options.
Discounted Gym Membership – Stay active with wellness options that support your fitness goals.
Competitive Base Salary – Earn what you're worth in a performance-driven culture.
401(k) Retirement Plan – Build your future with confidence.
Professional Development Incentives – Get rewarded for growing your skills — including bonuses for earning your P.E. License.
Milhouse University (Cross-Functional Training) – Expand your expertise with internal training built to elevate your career and receive PDH credits for applicable training towards professional engineering licenses, etc..
Employee Education & Development Program – Tuition assistance and learning opportunities to keep you moving forward.
Generous PTO + Paid Holidays – Rest, recharge, and enjoy the moments that matter most.
Paid Parental Leave – Bond with your new arrival — and yes, we’ll even cover a year of diapers!
Extracurricular Sports Teams – Join our summer Volleyball and Softball squads for fun off the clock.
Employee Recognition Program – Be celebrated for the impact you make.
Employee Referral Bonus – Bring great people on board and get paid for it.
Transit Benefits Program – Save on your daily commute.
Charitable Events and Activities offered through non-profit affiliate – Milhouse Charities.
Milhouse is a pay transparency non-discrimination organization committed to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace. We ensure that all employees are compensated fairly and without bias, in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, effective January 1, 2025, we include pay scales and benefits in all job postings and ensure that all promotion opportunities are communicated to current employees within 14 days of external postings. Additionally, we participate in E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility and uphold compliance with federal requirements.
Why join the Power team? Here's why:
The Power team is home to a collaborative environment that utilizes talent from all departments with Power. Just within the past year the Power team has doubled, proving that there are incredible growth opportunities available for self-starters.
Here's a little information on Milhouse Engineering and Construction, Inc.:
Milhouse Engineering and Construction, Inc. was founded in 2001 with the goal of building the best engineering company in the country. It was based on the belief that if we hired great people, fueled their passion while challenging them to excel, and maintained a laser focus on the needs of your clients, success would come- and so it has. Our portfolio of successful projects continues to grow, our family of highly satisfied clients continues to expand, and our staff just gets better and better.
We are a unique, Chicago-based firm whose collective passion, vision and expertise has led to phenomenal growth! With more than 500+ talented professionals and offices across the globe, Milhouse offers a dynamic work environment where there is no limit to what you can achieve if you are willing to go after it.
Our people are the cornerstone of our organization, and key to our success. Join a remarkably talented team that shares a passion for what they do and a vision for improving communities around the world through innovative engineering and construction.
Click here to see who we are, and how our people drive our culture each & every day.
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Important Notice to US Applicants
Milhouse Engineering and Construction, Inc. is an at-will employer.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
