Akkodis is seeking a Project Manager with a client in Oakbrook Terrace IL 60181 for 15 months contract.
Title: Project Manager
Location: Oakbrook Terrace IL 60181- Hybird
Duration: 12-month Contract (Possible extension)
Pay Rate: $65-$68/hr on w2 (The rate may be negotiable based on experience, education, geographic location, and other factors.)
Position Overview:
We are seeking a Mid-Level Project Manager to support utility infrastructure projects related to public improvement initiatives. The role involves coordinating projects that require relocation or management of utility assets such as poles, cables, and equipment to support municipal construction activities including road improvements, bridge construction, and sewer work.
The Project Manager will oversee projects from initiation through completion, ensuring delivery within scope, schedule, and budget while collaborating with internal teams, contractors, and municipal agencies.
Key Responsibilities
Manage multiple medium to large-scale utility infrastructure projects simultaneously.
Coordinate relocation and installation of utility assets (poles, cables, equipment) to support public infrastructure projects.
Oversee project scope, schedules, budgets, and forecasting.
Collaborate with municipal customers, engineering teams, and construction stakeholders.
Conduct site visits and field coordination meetings as required.
Track project performance, risks, and deliverables using reporting tools.
Ensure projects comply with safety, engineering, and regulatory requirements.
Provide project updates to leadership and stakeholders.
Required Qualifications
5–8 years of Project Management experience in the utility, construction, electrical, gas, or telecom industries.
Experience managing budget, scheduling, and project scope.
Background in construction or field operations.
Experience working with municipal customers or public infrastructure projects.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Power BI.
Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects.
Preferred Qualifications
PMP certification (preferred but not required).
Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
Civil or engineering-related project experience.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, an EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable. Disclaimer: These benefit offerings do not apply to client-recruited jobs and jobs that are direct hires to a client.
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