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Senior Project Manager-NTS

Utilities Service, LLC

Cincinnati, OHJob$100–125K/yrSeen 2 days agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago

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Compensation
$100–125K/yr
Location
Cincinnati, OH
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

PMP CertificationValid Driver's License

Job overview

The Senior Project Manager leads vegetation management projects under utility master service contracts, overseeing project execution, budgets, schedules, safety, and client relationships. The role coordinates field operations and crews, mentors project managers and supervisors, manages project documentation and reporting, and develops financial forecasts. It requires a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, at least five years in relevant sectors, PMP certification, and travel up to 25%.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Vegetation ManagementRight-of-Way ClearingUtility ServicesHeavy CivilMS OfficeMicrosoft ProjectPrimaveraInterpersonal SkillsCommunicationNegotiationOrganizationCross-Functional LeadershipSafety and Accountability

Qualifications

Bachelor's in Project Management, Forestry, Environmental Science, Construction Management or Equivalent Experience5+ Years Relevant ExperiencePMP CertificationValid Driver's LicenseTravel Up to 25%

Benefits

Medical Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Description

Senior Project Manager

As a Senior Project Manager, you will lead vegetation management projects that safeguard critical utility infrastructure and promote environmental responsibility. This role combines strategic leadership, operational excellence, and team development to deliver projects on time, within budget, and to the highest level of safety standards while promoting our long-standing professional culture.

Pay : $100,000.00 - $125,000.00 Based on Experience and Certifications

Primary Responsibilities

  • Manage all phases of the project life cycle under vegetation management master service contracts.

  • Collaborate with client, stakeholders and field supervision to establish and oversee field operations, coordinate crews, and drive project execution.

  • Lead project strategy and optimization efforts, identifying efficiencies in budget, scheduling, and operations.

  • Mentor and coach junior Project Managers and field supervisors to cultivate a high-performing team.

  • Enhance client relationships and be a primary escalation point for major issues or high-profile projects.

  • Utilize advanced project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Primavera) for planning, risk assessment, and scheduling.

  • Administer change orders, submit and track timekeeping, equipment/fuel usage, jobsite inventory, progress reports, and supervision logs.

  • Track materials and gather receipts and documentation for crew activities.

  • Ensure full compliance with company and client safety, environmental, contractual, and regulatory standards.

  • Attend weekly, monthly, quarterly, bi-annual meetings with the client and internal teams.

  • Promote a safe and professional working environment through our strong business culture.

  • Provide weekly, monthly, quarterly compliance and operational reports to clients.

  • Develop financial forecasting reports for clients.

  • Facilitate weekly, monthly, and annual meeting discussions with clients.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in project management, Forestry, Environmental Science, Construction Management, or equivalent experience.

  • 5+ years of experience in vegetation management, right-of-way clearing, utility services, or similar heavy civil sectors.

  • Proficiency in MS Office, Microsoft Project, Primavera or similar tools.

  • Strong interpersonal, communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.

  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in dynamic environments and foster a culture of safety and accountability.

Traveling requirements: Travel up to 25%.

Pre-Screen:

  • Upon offer, employees may be required to complete and pass a pre-employment drug screen, background, and/or MVR check.

License and Certification:

  • PMP certification required.

  • A valid Driver's license required

Physical Requirements & Work Conditions:

  • Regular site visits in outdoor settings; walking on uneven terrain, climbing, and variable weather exposure.

  • Standard workweek may include weekends or extended hours during peak phases or storm work

  • Must be able to wear required PPE and adhere to all safety policies and procedures during site visits.

Important Information for Applicants:

  • Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC and its family of companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to any legally protected characteristic.

  • If you require reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact our ADA Coordinator at 1-800-248-8733, ext. 3656.

  • Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of applicable pre-employment requirements, which include background screening, drug testing, and employment eligibility verification.

  • Compensation determination is based on market data, job scope and individual qualifications.

  • We offer a competitive total rewards package inclusive of health and welfare and retirement benefits, as well as paid time off and holiday pay benefits.

  • Unsolicited resumes without an executed agency agreement become the property of the company.

How this job compares

Set against the 15,443 open Project Management jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 2, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$100–125K/yr
  • Ohio median$102–176K/yr285 salary ranges
  • US median$102–170K/yr9,804 salary ranges

This range's midpoint, $113K, is 20% below the Ohio median midpoint ($140K) — in the middle half of Project Management salary ranges in Ohio.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 681 open Project Management jobs in Ohio and 15,443 across the US. 4% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in Ohio
Experience
This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience; Project Management postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (12,308 postings).
Education
6,293 of the 15,443 open Project Management jobs (41%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 2, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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