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Manager Project Construction - Electric Utility Distribution and Transmission

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ComEd

Oakbrook Terrace, IL (In Person)

$134,900 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 2 days ago (Updated 5 hours ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/20/2026

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Manager Project Construction - Electric Utility Distribution and Transmission JOB_DESCRIPTION.SHARE.HTML
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TERRACE, Illinois Hybrid ComEd 29569 05/19/2026 ComEd mail_outline Get future jobs matching this search Login or Register Job Description Who We Are We're powering a cleaner, brighter future. Exelon is leading the energy transformation, and we're calling all problem solvers, innovators, community builders and change makers. Work with us to deliver solutions that make our diverse cities and communities stronger, healthier and more resilient. We're powered by purpose-driven people like you who believe in being inclusive and creative, and value safety, innovation, integrity and community service. We are a Fortune 200 company, 20,000 colleagues strong serving more than 10.7 million customers at six energy companies -- Atlantic City Electric (ACE), Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), Commonwealth Edison (ComEd), Delmarva Power & Light (DPL), PECO Energy Company (PECO), and Potomac Electric Power Company (Pepco). We're committed to creating an environment where every person can thrive. Our employee experience is grounded in four tenets that guide how we support our people: purposeful careers, growth opportunities, community impact, and support to thrive. In our relentless pursuit of excellence, we elevate diverse voices, fresh perspectives and bold thinking. And since we know transforming the future of energy is hard work, we provide competitive compensation, incentives, excellent benefits and the opportunity to build a rewarding career. Are you in? Primary Purpose Lead/Direct Construction Management organization in the construction of approximately $400 million in annual spend. Lead development/effective implementation of the program to ensure established safety, reliability, productivity, cost and customer satisfaction performance goals are met/exceeded. Spearhead effort to educate, update and implement Standards of Practice for Construction and Program Management. Implement safety, quality, schedule, cost, and change control procedures, processes and instructions associated with assigned large projects ($100,000 up) construction activities. Responsible for overall or discipline-specific construction site management, development and implementation of quality assurance via inspections, audits and surveillances of construction services. Position may be required to work extended hours for coverage during storms or other energy delivery emergencies. Primary Duties Implement the vision and strategy for ComEd / PECO Project Management; lead the development and execution of business plan initiatives, including the implementation of strategic initiatives to improve overall performance of constructing work groups. Perform the role of subject matter expert for category specific work as required by Project Managers and effectively develop and enhance skill set of direct reports. Monitor Project/Construction Managers' project safety and construction safety audits, verification of contractor job briefings and safety tailgates. Assist in Root Cause Investigations (RCI), Apparent Case Evaluations (ACE) or operating incident reviews, as requested. Review contractor quality assurance and verify compliance through audits, inspections or surveillances. Manage day-to-day operational execution activities of direct reports; ensuring direct report's performance is effective in meeting construction standards, is within budget, is on schedule, and assess risk to minimize adverse conditions affecting projects. Monitor performance of direct reports, including development of skills, assessing performance and taking appropriate actions to improve performance, as required. Active participant as member of project teams acting as Project Manager and/or Construction Manager for designated projects led by Program Manager or designee. Specifically acting as a representative of the project to manage the construction of the constructing work group; to support Project Management Controls to challenge construction estimate; to execute project schedule and control project scope; manage dollars, clearance orders and on-site materials management. Lead job site walk downs, meetings with engineering, construction and contract management personnel. Job Scope Lead the construction management resources as a part of the project management team for construction activities of substation, transmission or distribution projects with a value of over $400 million per year. Provide daily direction as appropriate to internal and external (contractor) resources to achieve scope, schedule and budget. Manage and oversee organizations safety and performance plans. Provide Subject Matter Expert support to organization. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree and 7-10 years' experience in distribution and/or transmission & substation construction, OR in lieu of a bachelor's degree, 9-12 years' experience in distribution and/or transmission & substation construction is required. Knowledge of Project Management concepts and principles
Enabling Competencies:
Outstanding written and oral communication; Problem solving, logic and root cause analysis
Technical Competencies and Helpful Skills:
Strong relationship management skills; Ability to read and understand project schedules, cost reports and performance reports; Knowledge of Microsoft programs; Word, Excel, Outlook and Access Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree Ideally minimum of 4 years of Supervisory or Managerial experience.
Enabling Competencies:
Safety and Customer focus; Adaptable to change; Action oriented
Technical Competencies and Helpful Skills:
Proven management/leadership skills; Knowledge of Asset Suite 8 ideal. Benefits Annual salary will vary based on a candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $113,600.00/Yr. - $156,200.00/Yr.
Annual Bonus for eligible positions:
20% 401(k) match and annual company contribution Medical, dental and vision insurance Life and disability insurance Generous paid time off options, including vacation, sick time, floating and fixed holidays, maternity leave and bonding/primary caregiver leave or parental leave Employee Assistance Program and resources for mental and emotional support Wellbeing programs such as tuition reimbursement, adoption and surrogacy assistance and fitness reimbursement Referral bonus program And much more
Note:
Exelon-sponsored compensation and benefit programs may vary or not apply based on length of service, job grade, job classification or represented status. Eligibility will be determined by the written plan or program documents.

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