Project Managers - Electric Utilities NJ, MD or VA

Electric Utility Project Managers - both Project Development & Full-Cycle

Major Capital Transmission & Distribution and/ or Substation Projects

Location: Hybrid with Office meetings and Client site visits as needed in NJ, MD or VA

About Boswell

Since our founding in 1924, Boswell has evolved into a fully integrated, multi-disciplinary, nationally awarded engineering firm offering professional consulting services to public and private sector clients. For over a century, we have established ourselves as a premier provider of comprehensive engineering solutions, building a reputation for excellence, integrity, and innovation.

At Boswell, we recognize that the individuals who work here will always be our greatest asset. We take pride in fostering a positive internal culture and an environment that promotes employee satisfaction and professional growth.

Due to consistent client requests, Boswell is seeking additional Utilities Project Development and full cycle capital project execution Project Managers to oversee electrical infrastructure projects (like substation, transmission or distribution lines) from inception through the pre-construction phase. The Project Development PM will manage project scope, schedule, and budget to mitigate risk and ensure constructability before releasing the project for actual construction (to other PMs).

Key Responsibilities

• Scope & Portfolio Management: Develop detailed project scopes, refine budget estimates, and balance the 10-year capital portfolio
• Pre-Construction Oversight: Own project development phase to ensure constructability, manage risks, and adhere to internal project lifecycle management processes
• Financial & Data Analysis: Perform financial analysis, cost forecasting, and data mining using enterprise systems
• Stakeholder Coordination: Interface with internal teams, external contractors, and leadership to communicate portfolio goals, timelines, and resource requirements
• Safety & Compliance: Champion a safety culture, ensure environmental and regulatory compliance, and align project components with company standards

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Finance, or Construction Management
• Experience: Requires a minimum of 4+ years of related experience in project management, engineering, finance, or electric utility transmission/ distribution oversight directly supporting electrical utility projects
• Current US Citizenship or Permanent Resident Status is required by Client for site access.

(Note that this is not an Agile, Scrum, Waterfall PM role)

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Primavera, MS Project), Microsoft Office, PowerBI, and SAP data mining
• Soft Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication, analytical ability, time management, and the ability to present complex data to senior leadership

Compensation & Benefits

We recognize that the best way to provide services of the highest quality is by investing in our employees:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) with company match
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short-Term/ Long-Term Disability (STD and LTD)
• Work-Life Balance: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) including vacation, sick days, and holidays; Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Professional Development: Expert training and mentoring through the Boswell Academy in addition to tuition assistance programs

In accordance with local law, the range below is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition. Actual compensation will vary based on specific relevant experience, education, certifications, and other compensable factors.

• Salary Range: $130,000.00 - $160,000.00 / Year

Boswell accepts applications on a rolling basis and reserves the right to cancel this posting at any time.

AAP/ EEO/ M/ F/ D/ V Statement

Boswell is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, citizenship status, marital status, physical or mental disability, military/veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.