Project Manager

Work Location: St. Cloud, Minnesota – Headquarters

Candidates must be:

• Local to MN and able to commute to St. Cloud (first preference)

• Willing to relocate to MN and commute to St. Cloud (second preference)

• Remote, out of state (last preference)

  
  

Travel Requirements

• 40% – 60% of the year

• Frequent onsite and project travel as required

  
  

Compensation

• Exempt

• $140,000 base salary

• Deployment pay added

(Candidates may still provide a requested hourly conversion)

Estimated Duration

• Full-Time / Ongoing / Estimated Start February 2026

  
  

Primary Objective of Position

The primary objective of this position includes scope evaluation, estimate development, project planning and project management of assigned projects from concept to successful and safe completion.

Position Details / Scope of Work

This fast-paced, high profile and interactive role requires interaction with clients to interpret their needs, clarify expectations and requirements, and accurately communicate details and updates to the Proposal Development and Operation teams throughout the life of the project. Elements of project management include but not limited to; RFQ evaluation, scope evaluation and development, equipment and resource planning, budgeting, and turnkey execution, ensuring the project completes safely, on schedule and within budget.

This position is largely onsite at the project location, with an estimated 75% travel. This position requires past project management experience, exceptional communication skills, professionalism, financial acumen, strong safety leadership and strict confidentiality of all information associated with the company and project activity.

Major Areas of Accountability

• Perform site walk-downs and review RFQ opportunities as assigned.

• Play an integral role in the proposal development process, developing scope of work and required proposal contents for resource planning, budgeting, and execution to ensure project safety, quality and profitability.

• Coordinate and monitor the transmission of submittal information and approvals inter-company as well as between company and clients and/or subcontractors throughout each project phase.

• Coordinate project activities with the client/owner, subcontractors, and Company personnel.

• Manage and document all scope of work activities, schedules, budget, change orders and technical specifications, ensuring compliance with company’s quality system, policies, and procedures, while ensuring company’s contractual obligations are met.

• Manage the close-out process for assigned projects, including project close-out, reconciliation activities, lessons learned and final reports.

• Responsible for collaborating with other functional teams throughout the project lifecycle to 1) ensure adequate definition of scope, cost, and schedule are established during the project development phase to allow for clear and measurable milestones throughout; 2) establish reasonable baselines; 3) identify and manage risk; and 4) analyze, monitor, and report on project performance as compared to the plan.

• Travel and on-site project management as required.

• Supervise and provide leadership for project management administrative staff as applicable, including communication, training, making recommendations, coaching, timely performance feedback, corrective action and employee development.

• Cultivate and maintain good relations with clients, Owners, engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, and other company personnel. This is a critical role to the organization to ensure expectations and deliverables are clearly communicated and enforced.

  
  

Process Improvement – Supports the effort of ISO 9001 and process improvement by recommending methods, equipment, techniques and other changes to improve company operations. Participates in internal audits, risk assessment and corrective actions as required.

Availability – This position requires a variable work schedule based on project schedules and needs of the business including hours/days outside of typical hours that the corporate office or shop may be open. This includes the requirement to respond to calls to assigned company cell phone unless prior approval from manager is obtained for time off or “off the grid” travel.

Performs any other work as apparent or assigned.

Must Have Requirements:

• Mechanical aptitude – High preference towards mechanical engineering over electrical engineering

• Highly organized – documentation/filing habits must be structured

• Must have experience using Microsoft Office Suite in day-to-day functions

• Experience managing field crews

• Experience with Nuclear Power Plants is a MUST

• Must be able to obtain or provide OSHA 30 prior to start date

• Travel is 40% – 60% of the year

  
  

Preferences

• Experience managing union personnel

• Trades experience as an IBEW Union member

  
  

Qualifications for Entry

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical or mechanical engineering preferred (or equivalent)

• 5-7 years knowledge in the power generation services or industrial electrical industry

• 3-5 years’ experience as an onsite construction project manager with project P&L responsibility

• Strong financial acumen

• Knowledge in medium voltage electrical bus duct systems and transformer components preferred

• Experience successfully managing union personnel

• Ability to gain unescorted access to nuclear facilities

• Demonstrated experience with relevant project estimating and project management software

• Adept with Microsoft Office Suite including SharePoint/server file management

• Expert with blueprints

• Exceptional math, organization, analytical, writing and communication skills

• Proven ability to successfully multi-task and work under pressure to hit critical deadlines

• Provide excellent customer experience

• Demonstrative ability to consistently represent company vision and values

• Detail oriented with proven ability to communicate professionally, diplomatically, and effectively with customers, suppliers, and employees

• Demonstrative ability to show strong business ethics which include approaching others in a tactful manner; reacting well under pressure; treating others with respect and consideration; accepting responsibility for own actions and follow through with commitments

• Demonstrative ability to be organized and work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment

• Valid driver’s license

• OSHA30 certification required

• Successful past nuclear project management experience preferred

  
  

Physical Demands

These physical requirements are not exhaustive, may add additional job-related physical demands if the need arises. Corrective devices may be used to meet these physical requirements.

• Frequent travel by air and vehicle

• Frequent sitting and/or standing

• Frequent use of hands and fingers to key, hold, handle, pinch, and grasp or feel

• Clarity of vision at approximately 20 inches or less, including computer use

• Occasional bending or stooping

• Regular lifting, pushing, and/or pulling up to 50 lbs (over 50 lbs with assistance)

• Ability to move freely about the office and reach with hands and arms

• Ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and other sounds

• Ability to work in stressful conditions and remain focused for extended periods

• Ability to pass a drug test

• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical

  
  

Submittal Requirements:

Please Provide the following:

• Updated resume highlighting experience that meets the manager’s requirements

• Confirm ability to commute to St. Cloud, MN or relocation

• Requested rate or salary acceptance

• Availability

Confirm:

• Nuclear power plant experience

• OSHA30 (obtain or provide prior to start)

• Willingness to travel 40–60% of year