
Project Manager III
Alexandria, MNFull-timeSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed today
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Job overview
PAR Electrical Contractors seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead large-scale, high-risk electric utility construction projects in Alexandria, Minnesota. The role provides strategic direction across project portfolios and is accountable for operational performance, client satisfaction, financial results, risk mitigation, and team development. It partners with regional and executive leadership and supports business development. The position is field based; company fuel and hotel costs are covered for work-related circumstances described in the posting.
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About Us
PAR Electrical Contractors, LLC is a premier outside electrical infrastructure construction company based in Kansas City, Missouri. A subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE:PWR), PAR is one of the founding members of Quanta Services and among the largest union contractors in the U.S. PAR’s employees are the reason for the success of our company. Our reputation attracts the highest quality personnel, people who are committed to producing projects that set a standard for excellence. At PAR, we take on the most challenging and complex projects we can find, and we hire people who thrive on hard work and demanding opportunities.
About this Role
PAR Electrical Contractors, LLC is seeking an experienced Project Manager. The Project Manager provides strategic leadership for large-scale, high-risk, and high-visibility electric utility construction projects. This role is responsible for driving operational excellence, client satisfaction, financial performance, and team development while partnering closely with regional and executive leadership.
This position is field based in Alexandria, MN. Fuel covered by company for work purposes. For candidates living outside of Alexandria from Minneapolis/St Paul metro area, hotel covered while staying in Alexandria. No relocation required
What You'll Do
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Lead major transmission and distribution projects from pre-construction through closeout
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Oversee portfolios of projects and provide strategic direction to Project Managers
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Drive regional project performance, profitability, and risk mitigation
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Build and maintain strong client, subcontractor, and stakeholder relationships
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Support business development efforts, including estimating, proposals, and client presentations
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Ensure consistent application of safety, quality, and operational standards
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Develop, mentor, and evaluate Project Managers and emerging leaders
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Collaborate with regional leadership on workforce planning and operational strategy
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Resolve complex project issues, claims, and disputes
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All other duties assigned
What You'll Bring
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Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field (or equivalent experience)
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6-10+ years of senior-level project management experience in electric utility construction
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Demonstrated success managing large, complex, multi-million-dollar projects
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Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence at all organizational levels
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Advanced financial, contract, and risk management expertise
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Exceptional client-facing and strategic communication skills
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Strong commitment to safety, operational excellence, and team development
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Must be based in or willing to relocate to the MN area
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PMP certification required within 60 days of hire.
What You'll Get
PAR offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
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100% employer-paid health care benefits (medical, dental, and vision) for you and your dependents
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100% employer-paid basic life insurance
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100% employer-paid disability benefits
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401(k) retirement plan with matching contribution
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Paid Time Off (sick and vacation)
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Paid Holidays
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Tuition Assistance
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Wellness and Mental Health Programs
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Learning and Development Programs
PAR Electrical Contractors, LLC does not sponsor applicants for work visas. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. PAR Electrical Contractors, LLC participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. PAR Electrical Contractors, LLC will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.
Compensation Range
The anticipated compensation for this position is - depending on experience and qualifications.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.
ID2026-19705
CategoryProject Management
Position TypeFull-Time Regular
LocationUS-MN-Alexandria
Workplace TypeField-Based
How this job compares
Set against the 15,070 open Project Management jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 7, 2026.
- Pay
- This postingNot listed
- Minnesota median$99–159K/yr228 salary ranges
- Minnesota median$28–34/hr49 hourly ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 297 open Project Management jobs in Minnesota and 15,070 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Minnesota
- Oracle29 open
- State of Minnesota25 open
- CDM Smith15 open
- Experience
- Project Management postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 4 to 8 years (12,088 postings).
- Education
- 5,905 of the 15,070 open Project Management jobs (39%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 7, 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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