Job Summary:

The Electrical Lineman Project Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing overhead and underground electrical distribution and transmission projects. This role combines hands-on lineman expertise with project management responsibilities to ensure safe, efficient, and profitable execution of utility or industrial electrical projects.
The ideal candidate will have field experience as a journeyman or master lineman, strong leadership capabilities, and the ability to manage multiple projects, crews, and client expectations simultaneously.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage electrical line construction, maintenance, and repair projects from inception to close-out.
• Coordinate with utility companies, municipalities, and internal departments to meet project requirements and timelines.
• Develop project schedules, workforce plans, budgets, and safety strategies.
• Supervise and support foremen, linemen, apprentices, and subcontractors to ensure safe and compliant work practices.
• Conduct field assessments, pre-job planning, and site walk-throughs to validate scopes of work and resource needs.
• Responsible for estimating and providing quotes for heavy industrial electrical projects
• Supports the Market Development team with customer meetings by acting as a product/service manager.
• Ensure compliance with MSHA, OSHA, NEC, NESC, and company-specific safety policies.
• Monitor job progress, production tracking, and cost performance; proactively address any deviations.
• Prepare and maintain documentation including job status reports, work orders, change orders, and close-out packages.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, vendors, and field personnel on assigned projects.
• Support material procurement, permitting, utility coordination, and inspections as needed.
• Participate in post-project reviews to capture lessons learned and drive continuous improvement.

Education:

Experience:

• Journeyman Lineman Certification or equivalent field experience required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in high-voltage electrical line work, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or project management role.
• Deep understanding of electrical distribution and transmission systems, safety protocols, and applicable codes.
• Experience in the heavy industrial services industry preferred.
• Strong knowledge of project management practices, scheduling software (MS Project, Primavera), and job costing.
• Valid driver’s license; CDL preferred.
• OSHA 30 certification strongly preferred.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities:

• Proven leadership and team coordination skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, specifications, and engineering drawings.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with ERP or project management systems is a plus.
• Skilled in conflict resolution, decision-making, and critical thinking under pressure
• Ability to climb poles, operate bucket trucks, and perform physical lineman duties as needed.

Work Location and Travel:

• The main office is in Lakeland, Fl 33801
• Travel to customer location is required.
• Some overnight travel may be required.

Work Environment:

Physical Requirements:

Talk/Hear: Required to communicate with employees at all levels in the organization and coordinate safe operations.

Stand/Sit: Frequent standing required for overseeing and participating in job site activities.

Walk: Regular movement around job sites, including uneven terrain and open areas.

Use hands/fingers to handle or feel: Significant use of computer keyboards. Will often handle tools, safety gear, and materials.

Climb: will often, climb stairs and ladders, poles, or equipment to supervise work at height.

Stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl: Required for equipment inspection, repair, and setup in tight spaces.

See: Must be able to assess hazards, supervise tasks, and monitor job site safety.

Carry, weight, Lift: Regular lifting of tools and equipment (up to 50 lbs.); must assist team with heavier gear.

Exposure to work: Field exposure to electrical infrastructure, weather elements, and job site risks; PPE required while working on customer sites and in Mid-State shop areas.

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

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