Project Manager II at K&A Engineering in Hartford, CT

K&A Power Group – is a privately held engineering firm delivering worldclass technical expertise and engineering excellence to power utility and industrial clients across the United States, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. We provide comprehensive consulting, engineering and design, program and project management, construction management, and EPC services, specializing in substation, transmission, distribution, and distributed energy resources.

We pride ourselves on attracting and developing top talent, building a culture of excellence, and building meaningful, long-term relationships with our employees, clients and communities, wherever they are in the world.

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We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Project Manager II to join our team at K&A Power Group in Rochester, New York. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work on exciting and challenging projects that make a real impact in the energy and utility sectors. You’ll be part of a dynamic, people-focused team where your expertise, ideas, and contributions will be valued and celebrated.

Role Expectations:

• Assist the Lead Project Manager & team and coordinate all aspects of work related to transmission/substation projects
• Coordinate and lead monthly project reporting, collect and compile data
• Develop project approach and implement project execution plan
• Monitor project schedules, manage scope, and control project costs
• Support financials, staffing, risk management, change management, contract management, tracking and resource management for all projects
• Support the project team to ensure deliverables are being provided to the client’s satisfaction and that projects are following internal and external QA/QC guidelines.
• Promote a culture of “can do attitude” and “say do” ratio with project deadline and quality across the team

What we’re looking for:

• Associates or Bachelor's degree with 3-5 years of experience in Project Management
• Utility experience required
• PMP or CAPM certification is preferred
• Working knowledge of project management principles
• Working Knowledge to Proficiency in Project Management, Decision Making, Critical Thinking, and Problem Solving
• Project related work experience
• Risk Management, Project Leadership and Proven Collaborative Team Member
• Ability to prepare proposals, assist in presentations, and participate in contract negotiations
• Onsite Position; reports daily to the office

Pay Range $78,000.00—$90,000/year

Why Join K&A?

People-First Culture: We put our people at the center of everything we do, creating an environment where your professional and personal growth is a top priority.

Innovation & Learning: We encourage continuous learning and invest in your development through training, mentorship, and hands-on experience.

Collaborative Team Environment: We believe in the power of collaboration and working together to achieve the best outcomes for our clients and employees.

Recognition & Growth: We’ve earned our reputation through uncompromising precision and a commitment to excellence. As an agile and fast-growing company, we offer plenty of opportunities for your career advancement and growth.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package for eligible classified employees, including but not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• FSA, HSA, and Dependent Care Spending Account
• 401K (Traditional and Roth with company match)
• Lifestyle Spending Account (LSA)
• Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of employment
• Paid Holidays and Flexible PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Parking and Transit Reimbursement
• Pet Insurance