Program Manager – Water Infrastructure (Wells)
Type: Direct Hire
Location: Hybrid – Los Angeles, CA | Chico, CA | Bakersfield, CA | San Jose, CA
Salary: $141,000–$262,000, DOE
About the Role
We're partnered with California's largest regulated water utility to recruit a Program Manager to lead a newly centralized, statewide program for the delivery of potable water wells — new construction and replacement. This is a build-and-run mandate: the utility is converting well delivery from a regional to a centralized, programmatic model, and this role will stand up that program, support projects already underway, and scale it toward the higher-volume replacement pipeline ahead. At full scale, the program is expected to run roughly 50 concurrent well projects statewide.
The Program Manager will oversee planning, permitting, design, construction, equipping, and startup for the well portfolio, working closely with engineering consultants, drilling contractors, hydrogeologists, and internal stakeholders across water resources, asset management, and capital delivery. The role directly supervises two engineers and coordinates the work of an additional engineer and technician assigned to the program, and reports to the Director of Capital Delivery.
This role calls for a strong blend of technical engineering judgment, program management discipline, and California regulatory fluency — particularly around CEQA and well permitting at the county and state level.
Key Responsibilities
• Develop and execute the overall strategy, vision, and long-range plan for the wells program, including scaling delivery capacity to meet current and future well construction and replacement needs
• Partner with Water Resources, Asset Management, and Capital Delivery leadership to support program justification and staffing plans for general rate case filings
• Lead, track, and report on well program delivery to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and within approved scope, schedule, budget, and quality expectations
• Manage the well delivery team, including assigning priorities, monitoring performance, resolving issues, and mitigating risks
• Supervise direct-reporting engineers, including performance management, training, workload planning, and staffing recommendations; coordinate the work of additional assigned engineering and technician resources
• Develop, monitor, and report program KPIs for production, quality, schedule, cost, and delivery effectiveness
• Establish and continuously improve standard well delivery processes, procedures, tools, templates, and systems
• Coordinate programmatic permitting, environmental, water quality, and hydrogeology support to streamline CEQA, CUP, DDW, and related well project approvals
• Develop and manage scalable contracting approaches, including master contracts for permitting consultants, hydrogeologists, drilling contractors, and construction services
• Work with Asset Management to develop well condition assessment, rehabilitation criteria, and replacement timing methodologies
• Prepare and deliver executive-level reports and program summaries
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Geology, or related field
• 8+ years of progressive experience in engineering (or geology) and project management, including design and construction of water facilities, specifically potable water wells
• State registration as a Professional Engineer (PE), Professional Geologist (PG), or Certified Hydrogeologist (CHG)
• Direct familiarity with California well permitting and environmental processes — CEQA, county well permits, environmental health, or related regulatory requirements
• Experience coordinating with multiple agencies and permitting stakeholders
• Strong contractor, consultant, and cross-functional leadership skills
• Proficiency with MS Project and Power BI
• Valid California Driver License
Preferred Qualifications
• Master's degree
• Experience working for a California water utility, groundwater consulting firm, or engineering consultancy
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Water Distribution and Water Treatment Operator certifications
• Experience writing or reviewing technical engineering documents
Compensation & Employment
Employment Type: The selected candidate will be hired as a full-time employee directly with our client.
Salary: $141,000–$262,000, DOE.
Benefits: 100% employer-funded defined benefit pension — a rare offering in today's market that provides guaranteed lifetime income starting at retirement — comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage effective your first month, an annual performance bonus opportunity, 401(k) participation, life insurance and long-term disability coverage, tuition reimbursement, and generous paid time off including holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Program Manager – Water Infrastructure (Wells)
Type: Direct Hire
Location: Hybrid – Los Angeles, CA | Chico, CA | Bakersfield, CA | San Jose, CA
Salary: $141,000–$262,000, DOE
About the Role
We're partnered with California's largest regulated water utility to recruit a Program Manager to lead a newly centralized, statewide program for the delivery of potable water wells — new construction and replacement. This is a build-and-run mandate: the utility is converting well delivery from a regional to a centralized, programmatic model, and this role will stand up that program, support projects already underway, and scale it toward the higher-volume replacement pipeline ahead. At full scale, the program is expected to run roughly 50 concurrent well projects statewide.
The Program Manager will oversee planning, permitting, design, construction, equipping, and startup for the well portfolio, working closely with engineering consultants, drilling contractors, hydrogeologists, and internal stakeholders across water resources, asset management, and capital delivery. The role directly supervises two engineers and coordinates the work of an additional engineer and technician assigned to the program, and reports to the Director of Capital Delivery.
This role calls for a strong blend of technical engineering judgment, program management discipline, and California regulatory fluency — particularly around CEQA and well permitting at the county and state level.
Key Responsibilities
• Develop and execute the overall strategy, vision, and long-range plan for the wells program, including scaling delivery capacity to meet current and future well construction and replacement needs
• Partner with Water Resources, Asset Management, and Capital Delivery leadership to support program justification and staffing plans for general rate case filings
• Lead, track, and report on well program delivery to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and within approved scope, schedule, budget, and quality expectations
• Manage the well delivery team, including assigning priorities, monitoring performance, resolving issues, and mitigating risks
• Supervise direct-reporting engineers, including performance management, training, workload planning, and staffing recommendations; coordinate the work of additional assigned engineering and technician resources
• Develop, monitor, and report program KPIs for production, quality, schedule, cost, and delivery effectiveness
• Establish and continuously improve standard well delivery processes, procedures, tools, templates, and systems
• Coordinate programmatic permitting, environmental, water quality, and hydrogeology support to streamline CEQA, CUP, DDW, and related well project approvals
• Develop and manage scalable contracting approaches, including master contracts for permitting consultants, hydrogeologists, drilling contractors, and construction services
• Work with Asset Management to develop well condition assessment, rehabilitation criteria, and replacement timing methodologies
• Prepare and deliver executive-level reports and program summaries
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Geology, or related field
• 8+ years of progressive experience in engineering (or geology) and project management, including design and construction of water facilities, specifically potable water wells
• State registration as a Professional Engineer (PE), Professional Geologist (PG), or Certified Hydrogeologist (CHG)
• Direct familiarity with California well permitting and environmental processes — CEQA, county well permits, environmental health, or related regulatory requirements
• Experience coordinating with multiple agencies and permitting stakeholders
• Strong contractor, consultant, and cross-functional leadership skills
• Proficiency with MS Project and Power BI
• Valid California Driver License
Preferred Qualifications
• Master's degree
• Experience working for a California water utility, groundwater consulting firm, or engineering consultancy
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Water Distribution and Water Treatment Operator certifications
• Experience writing or reviewing technical engineering documents
Compensation & Employment
Employment Type: The selected candidate will be hired as a full-time employee directly with our client.
Salary: $141,000–$262,000, DOE.
Benefits: 100% employer-funded defined benefit pension — a rare offering in today's market that provides guaranteed lifetime income starting at retirement — comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage effective your first month, an annual performance bonus opportunity, 401(k) participation, life insurance and long-term disability coverage, tuition reimbursement, and generous paid time off including holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Program Manager – Water Infrastructure (Wells)
Type: Direct Hire
Location: Hybrid – Los Angeles, CA | Chico, CA | Bakersfield, CA | San Jose, CA
Salary: $141,000–$262,000, DOE
About the Role
We're partnered with California's largest regulated water utility to recruit a Program Manager to lead a newly centralized, statewide program for the delivery of potable water wells — new construction and replacement. This is a build-and-run mandate: the utility is converting well delivery from a regional to a centralized, programmatic model, and this role will stand up that program, support projects already underway, and scale it toward the higher-volume replacement pipeline ahead. At full scale, the program is expected to run roughly 50 concurrent well projects statewide.
The Program Manager will oversee planning, permitting, design, construction, equipping, and startup for the well portfolio, working closely with engineering consultants, drilling contractors, hydrogeologists, and internal stakeholders across water resources, asset management, and capital delivery. The role directly supervises two engineers and coordinates the work of an additional engineer and technician assigned to the program, and reports to the Director of Capital Delivery.
This role calls for a strong blend of technical engineering judgment, program management discipline, and California regulatory fluency — particularly around CEQA and well permitting at the county and state level.
Key Responsibilities
• Develop and execute the overall strategy, vision, and long-range plan for the wells program, including scaling delivery capacity to meet current and future well construction and replacement needs
• Partner with Water Resources, Asset Management, and Capital Delivery leadership to support program justification and staffing plans for general rate case filings
• Lead, track, and report on well program delivery to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and within approved scope, schedule, budget, and quality expectations
• Manage the well delivery team, including assigning priorities, monitoring performance, resolving issues, and mitigating risks
• Supervise direct-reporting engineers, including performance management, training, workload planning, and staffing recommendations; coordinate the work of additional assigned engineering and technician resources
• Develop, monitor, and report program KPIs for production, quality, schedule, cost, and delivery effectiveness
• Establish and continuously improve standard well delivery processes, procedures, tools, templates, and systems
• Coordinate programmatic permitting, environmental, water quality, and hydrogeology support to streamline CEQA, CUP, DDW, and related well project approvals
• Develop and manage scalable contracting approaches, including master contracts for permitting consultants, hydrogeologists, drilling contractors, and construction services
• Work with Asset Management to develop well condition assessment, rehabilitation criteria, and replacement timing methodologies
• Prepare and deliver executive-level reports and program summaries
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Geology, or related field
• 8+ years of progressive experience in engineering (or geology) and project management, including design and construction of water facilities, specifically potable water wells
• State registration as a Professional Engineer (PE), Professional Geologist (PG), or Certified Hydrogeologist (CHG)
• Direct familiarity with California well permitting and environmental processes — CEQA, county well permits, environmental health, or related regulatory requirements
• Experience coordinating with multiple agencies and permitting stakeholders
• Strong contractor, consultant, and cross-functional leadership skills
• Proficiency with MS Project and Power BI
• Valid California Driver License
Preferred Qualifications
• Master's degree
• Experience working for a California water utility, groundwater consulting firm, or engineering consultancy
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Water Distribution and Water Treatment Operator certifications
• Experience writing or reviewing technical engineering documents
Compensation & Employment
Employment Type: The selected candidate will be hired as a full-time employee directly with our client.
Salary: $141,000–$262,000, DOE.
Benefits: 100% employer-funded defined benefit pension — a rare offering in today's market that provides guaranteed lifetime income starting at retirement — comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage effective your first month, an annual performance bonus opportunity, 401(k) participation, life insurance and long-term disability coverage, tuition reimbursement, and generous paid time off including holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Program Manager – Water Infrastructure (Wells)
Type: Direct Hire
Location: Hybrid – Los Angeles, CA | Chico, CA | Bakersfield, CA | San Jose, CA
Salary: $141,000–$262,000, DOE
About the Role
We're partnered with California's largest regulated water utility to recruit a Program Manager to lead a newly centralized, statewide program for the delivery of potable water wells — new construction and replacement. This is a build-and-run mandate: the utility is converting well delivery from a regional to a centralized, programmatic model, and this role will stand up that program, support projects already underway, and scale it toward the higher-volume replacement pipeline ahead. At full scale, the program is expected to run roughly 50 concurrent well projects statewide.
The Program Manager will oversee planning, permitting, design, construction, equipping, and startup for the well portfolio, working closely with engineering consultants, drilling contractors, hydrogeologists, and internal stakeholders across water resources, asset management, and capital delivery. The role directly supervises two engineers and coordinates the work of an additional engineer and technician assigned to the program, and reports to the Director of Capital Delivery.
This role calls for a strong blend of technical engineering judgment, program management discipline, and California regulatory fluency — particularly around CEQA and well permitting at the county and state level.
Key Responsibilities
• Develop and execute the overall strategy, vision, and long-range plan for the wells program, including scaling delivery capacity to meet current and future well construction and replacement needs
• Partner with Water Resources, Asset Management, and Capital Delivery leadership to support program justification and staffing plans for general rate case filings
• Lead, track, and report on well program delivery to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and within approved scope, schedule, budget, and quality expectations
• Manage the well delivery team, including assigning priorities, monitoring performance, resolving issues, and mitigating risks
• Supervise direct-reporting engineers, including performance management, training, workload planning, and staffing recommendations; coordinate the work of additional assigned engineering and technician resources
• Develop, monitor, and report program KPIs for production, quality, schedule, cost, and delivery effectiveness
• Establish and continuously improve standard well delivery processes, procedures, tools, templates, and systems
• Coordinate programmatic permitting, environmental, water quality, and hydrogeology support to streamline CEQA, CUP, DDW, and related well project approvals
• Develop and manage scalable contracting approaches, including master contracts for permitting consultants, hydrogeologists, drilling contractors, and construction services
• Work with Asset Management to develop well condition assessment, rehabilitation criteria, and replacement timing methodologies
• Prepare and deliver executive-level reports and program summaries
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Geology, or related field
• 8+ years of progressive experience in engineering (or geology) and project management, including design and construction of water facilities, specifically potable water wells
• State registration as a Professional Engineer (PE), Professional Geologist (PG), or Certified Hydrogeologist (CHG)
• Direct familiarity with California well permitting and environmental processes — CEQA, county well permits, environmental health, or related regulatory requirements
• Experience coordinating with multiple agencies and permitting stakeholders
• Strong contractor, consultant, and cross-functional leadership skills
• Proficiency with MS Project and Power BI
• Valid California Driver License
Preferred Qualifications
• Master's degree
• Experience working for a California water utility, groundwater consulting firm, or engineering consultancy
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Water Distribution and Water Treatment Operator certifications
• Experience writing or reviewing technical engineering documents
Compensation & Employment
Employment Type: The selected candidate will be hired as a full-time employee directly with our client.
Salary: $141,000–$262,000, DOE.
Benefits: 100% employer-funded defined benefit pension — a rare offering in today's market that provides guaranteed lifetime income starting at retirement — comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage effective your first month, an annual performance bonus opportunity, 401(k) participation, life insurance and long-term disability coverage, tuition reimbursement, and generous paid time off including holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
Project Manager – Electrical
Type: Staff Augmentation (W2 employee of Innovation Consulting, placed on assignment, with conversion to utility employee)
Location: San Jose, CA — hybrid schedule (1–2 remote days per week); occasional travel required across Northern and Central California and the greater Los Angeles area (10–20%)
Salary: $120K–$170K (DOE)
About the Role
We are partnered with California's largest water utility to recruit a Project Manager to lead electrical capital projects, including 10–12 motor control center (MCC) replacements and 15 standby generator installations with a clear, well-supported path to a permanent role tied to the client's upcoming rate case cycle.
This is a project management role at its core, and the client wants onboard quickly given current program workload. The ideal candidate will run each project individually while managing the group as a cohesive program, owning scope, cost, and schedule across the portfolio. Candidates with a background in electrical, civil, or structural engineering are encouraged to apply; what matters most is demonstrated project management experience delivering capital infrastructure projects within a utility, municipal, or industrial setting.
The role works closely with engineering managers, contractors, and field teams across the client's service territory. While the position is based in San Jose with a hybrid work schedule, placement in one of the client's other California offices may be considered for candidates with an exceptional fit (Los Angeles, Bakersfield, or Chico).
Key Responsibilities
Program & Project Management
• Manage a portfolio of approximately 10–12 motor control center (MCC) replacement projects, bundled and delivered as a coordinated program
• Oversee delivery of 15 standby generator installation projects currently being executed via a Design-Build delivery model
• Own project-level scope, cost, and schedule management across all assigned projects
• Track and report project financials using company financial systems to monitor costs during and at project close
• Manage project schedules using scheduling software (currently MS Project Online; may transition to Smartsheet, Primavera P6, or similar)
Stakeholder & Contract Management
• Manage and communicate with contractors, consultants, agencies, and internal staff on project-specific matters
• Prepare and manage construction contracts, bid packages, and contract awards
• Prepare requests for proposals (RFPs) and support evaluation and selection of consultants or vendors
Technical Coordination
• Apply working knowledge of electrical systems, motor control centers, and power distribution to inform project planning and execution
• Interpret engineering construction reports and drawings and provide input or guidance to project teams
• Coordinate with civil and structural engineering resources as needed across the project portfolio
• Support field construction management and inspection at project sites as required
Qualifications
Required
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Civil, or Structural Engineering
• 5+ years of professional experience in engineering, construction, or capital project delivery
• 3–5 years of direct project management experience, including cost management and schedule management
• Working knowledge of electrical systems and equipment
• Prior experience managing projects within the water or wastewater utility industry
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and prioritize effectively
• Valid California Driver's License
• Ability to work a hybrid schedule based in San Jose, CA, with periodic travel (10–20%) across the client's service territory
Preferred
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification or Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Design-Build project delivery experience
• Experience with MS Project Online, Smartsheet, or Primavera P6
Compensation & Employment
Employment Type: As a W2 employee of Innovation Consulting, you will be placed on assignment with our client for an initial twelve-month term.
Conversion: This role is structured as a 12-month assignment tied to current workload, with conversion to a direct, long-term role depentant on the outcome of the client's next rate case cycle; if approved as anticipated, the client expects to reassess resourcing and bring this position on permanently to lead follow-on capital programs.
Work Arrangement: Hybrid schedule based in San Jose, CA, with 1–2 remote days per week; periodic travel required across the client's service territory; placement in another California office may be considered for an exceptional candidate (Los Angeles, Bakersfield, or Chico).
Salary: $120K–$170K (DOE)
Benefits: Comprehensive package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401K plan with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%, paid holidays, sick time, and vacation — with no waiting period; benefits and accruals begin immediately.
Innovation Consulting LLC is an equal opportunity employer and recruiter. We review candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.
Project Manager – Electrical
Type: Staff Augmentation (W2 employee of Innovation Consulting, placed on assignment, with conversion to utility employee)
Location: San Jose, CA — hybrid schedule (1–2 remote days per week); occasional travel required across Northern and Central California and the greater Los Angeles area (10–20%)
Salary: $120K–$170K (DOE)
About the Role
We are partnered with California's largest water utility to recruit a Project Manager to lead electrical capital projects, including 10–12 motor control center (MCC) replacements and 15 standby generator installations with a clear, well-supported path to a permanent role tied to the client's upcoming rate case cycle.
This is a project management role at its core, and the client wants onboard quickly given current program workload. The ideal candidate will run each project individually while managing the group as a cohesive program, owning scope, cost, and schedule across the portfolio. Candidates with a background in electrical, civil, or structural engineering are encouraged to apply; what matters most is demonstrated project management experience delivering capital infrastructure projects within a utility, municipal, or industrial setting.
The role works closely with engineering managers, contractors, and field teams across the client's service territory. While the position is based in San Jose with a hybrid work schedule, placement in one of the client's other California offices may be considered for candidates with an exceptional fit (Los Angeles, Bakersfield, or Chico).
Key Responsibilities
Program & Project Management
• Manage a portfolio of approximately 10–12 motor control center (MCC) replacement projects, bundled and delivered as a coordinated program
• Oversee delivery of 15 standby generator installation projects currently being executed via a Design-Build delivery model
• Own project-level scope, cost, and schedule management across all assigned projects
• Track and report project financials using company financial systems to monitor costs during and at project close
• Manage project schedules using scheduling software (currently MS Project Online; may transition to Smartsheet, Primavera P6, or similar)
Stakeholder & Contract Management
• Manage and communicate with contractors, consultants, agencies, and internal staff on project-specific matters
• Prepare and manage construction contracts, bid packages, and contract awards
• Prepare requests for proposals (RFPs) and support evaluation and selection of consultants or vendors
Technical Coordination
• Apply working knowledge of electrical systems, motor control centers, and power distribution to inform project planning and execution
• Interpret engineering construction reports and drawings and provide input or guidance to project teams
• Coordinate with civil and structural engineering resources as needed across the project portfolio
• Support field construction management and inspection at project sites as required
Qualifications
Required
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Civil, or Structural Engineering
• 5+ years of professional experience in engineering, construction, or capital project delivery
• 3–5 years of direct project management experience, including cost management and schedule management
• Working knowledge of electrical systems and equipment
• Prior experience managing projects within the water or wastewater utility industry
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and prioritize effectively
• Valid California Driver's License
• Ability to work a hybrid schedule based in San Jose, CA, with periodic travel (10–20%) across the client's service territory
Preferred
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification or Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Design-Build project delivery experience
• Experience with MS Project Online, Smartsheet, or Primavera P6
Compensation & Employment
Employment Type: As a W2 employee of Innovation Consulting, you will be placed on assignment with our client for an initial twelve-month term.
Conversion: This role is structured as a 12-month assignment tied to current workload, with conversion to a direct, long-term role depentant on the outcome of the client's next rate case cycle; if approved as anticipated, the client expects to reassess resourcing and bring this position on permanently to lead follow-on capital programs.
Work Arrangement: Hybrid schedule based in San Jose, CA, with 1–2 remote days per week; periodic travel required across the client's service territory; placement in another California office may be considered for an exceptional candidate (Los Angeles, Bakersfield, or Chico).
Salary: $120K–$170K (DOE)
Benefits: Comprehensive package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401K plan with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%, paid holidays, sick time, and vacation — with no waiting period; benefits and accruals begin immediately.
Innovation Consulting LLC is an equal opportunity employer and recruiter. We review candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.
Project Manager – Electrical
Type: Staff Augmentation (W2 employee of Innovation Consulting, placed on assignment, with conversion to utility employee)
Location: San Jose, CA — hybrid schedule (1–2 remote days per week); occasional travel required across Northern and Central California and the greater Los Angeles area (10–20%)
Salary: $120K–$170K (DOE)
About the Role
We are partnered with California's largest water utility to recruit a Project Manager to lead electrical capital projects, including 10–12 motor control center (MCC) replacements and 15 standby generator installations with a clear, well-supported path to a permanent role tied to the client's upcoming rate case cycle.
This is a project management role at its core, and the client wants onboard quickly given current program workload. The ideal candidate will run each project individually while managing the group as a cohesive program, owning scope, cost, and schedule across the portfolio. Candidates with a background in electrical, civil, or structural engineering are encouraged to apply; what matters most is demonstrated project management experience delivering capital infrastructure projects within a utility, municipal, or industrial setting.
The role works closely with engineering managers, contractors, and field teams across the client's service territory. While the position is based in San Jose with a hybrid work schedule, placement in one of the client's other California offices may be considered for candidates with an exceptional fit (Los Angeles, Bakersfield, or Chico).
Key Responsibilities
Program & Project Management
• Manage a portfolio of approximately 10–12 motor control center (MCC) replacement projects, bundled and delivered as a coordinated program
• Oversee delivery of 15 standby generator installation projects currently being executed via a Design-Build delivery model
• Own project-level scope, cost, and schedule management across all assigned projects
• Track and report project financials using company financial systems to monitor costs during and at project close
• Manage project schedules using scheduling software (currently MS Project Online; may transition to Smartsheet, Primavera P6, or similar)
Stakeholder & Contract Management
• Manage and communicate with contractors, consultants, agencies, and internal staff on project-specific matters
• Prepare and manage construction contracts, bid packages, and contract awards
• Prepare requests for proposals (RFPs) and support evaluation and selection of consultants or vendors
Technical Coordination
• Apply working knowledge of electrical systems, motor control centers, and power distribution to inform project planning and execution
• Interpret engineering construction reports and drawings and provide input or guidance to project teams
• Coordinate with civil and structural engineering resources as needed across the project portfolio
• Support field construction management and inspection at project sites as required
Qualifications
Required
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Civil, or Structural Engineering
• 5+ years of professional experience in engineering, construction, or capital project delivery
• 3–5 years of direct project management experience, including cost management and schedule management
• Working knowledge of electrical systems and equipment
• Prior experience managing projects within the water or wastewater utility industry
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and prioritize effectively
• Valid California Driver's License
• Ability to work a hybrid schedule based in San Jose, CA, with periodic travel (10–20%) across the client's service territory
Preferred
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification or Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Design-Build project delivery experience
• Experience with MS Project Online, Smartsheet, or Primavera P6
Compensation & Employment
Employment Type: As a W2 employee of Innovation Consulting, you will be placed on assignment with our client for an initial twelve-month term.
Conversion: This role is structured as a 12-month assignment tied to current workload, with conversion to a direct, long-term role depentant on the outcome of the client's next rate case cycle; if approved as anticipated, the client expects to reassess resourcing and bring this position on permanently to lead follow-on capital programs.
Work Arrangement: Hybrid schedule based in San Jose, CA, with 1–2 remote days per week; periodic travel required across the client's service territory; placement in another California office may be considered for an exceptional candidate (Los Angeles, Bakersfield, or Chico).
Salary: $120K–$170K (DOE)
Benefits: Comprehensive package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401K plan with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%, paid holidays, sick time, and vacation — with no waiting period; benefits and accruals begin immediately.
Innovation Consulting LLC is an equal opportunity employer and recruiter. We review candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.
Project Manager – Electrical
Type: Staff Augmentation (W2 employee of Innovation Consulting, placed on assignment, with conversion to utility employee)
Location: San Jose, CA — hybrid schedule (1–2 remote days per week); occasional travel required across Northern and Central California and the greater Los Angeles area (10–20%)
Salary: $120K–$170K (DOE)
About the Role
We are partnered with California's largest water utility to recruit a Project Manager to lead electrical capital projects, including 10–12 motor control center (MCC) replacements and 15 standby generator installations with a clear, well-supported path to a permanent role tied to the client's upcoming rate case cycle.
This is a project management role at its core, and the client wants onboard quickly given current program workload. The ideal candidate will run each project individually while managing the group as a cohesive program, owning scope, cost, and schedule across the portfolio. Candidates with a background in electrical, civil, or structural engineering are encouraged to apply; what matters most is demonstrated project management experience delivering capital infrastructure projects within a utility, municipal, or industrial setting.
The role works closely with engineering managers, contractors, and field teams across the client's service territory. While the position is based in San Jose with a hybrid work schedule, placement in one of the client's other California offices may be considered for candidates with an exceptional fit (Los Angeles, Bakersfield, or Chico).
Key Responsibilities
Program & Project Management
• Manage a portfolio of approximately 10–12 motor control center (MCC) replacement projects, bundled and delivered as a coordinated program
• Oversee delivery of 15 standby generator installation projects currently being executed via a Design-Build delivery model
• Own project-level scope, cost, and schedule management across all assigned projects
• Track and report project financials using company financial systems to monitor costs during and at project close
• Manage project schedules using scheduling software (currently MS Project Online; may transition to Smartsheet, Primavera P6, or similar)
Stakeholder & Contract Management
• Manage and communicate with contractors, consultants, agencies, and internal staff on project-specific matters
• Prepare and manage construction contracts, bid packages, and contract awards
• Prepare requests for proposals (RFPs) and support evaluation and selection of consultants or vendors
Technical Coordination
• Apply working knowledge of electrical systems, motor control centers, and power distribution to inform project planning and execution
• Interpret engineering construction reports and drawings and provide input or guidance to project teams
• Coordinate with civil and structural engineering resources as needed across the project portfolio
• Support field construction management and inspection at project sites as required
Qualifications
Required
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Civil, or Structural Engineering
• 5+ years of professional experience in engineering, construction, or capital project delivery
• 3–5 years of direct project management experience, including cost management and schedule management
• Working knowledge of electrical systems and equipment
• Prior experience managing projects within the water or wastewater utility industry
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and prioritize effectively
• Valid California Driver's License
• Ability to work a hybrid schedule based in San Jose, CA, with periodic travel (10–20%) across the client's service territory
Preferred
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification or Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Design-Build project delivery experience
• Experience with MS Project Online, Smartsheet, or Primavera P6
Compensation & Employment
Employment Type: As a W2 employee of Innovation Consulting, you will be placed on assignment with our client for an initial twelve-month term.
Conversion: This role is structured as a 12-month assignment tied to current workload, with conversion to a direct, long-term role depentant on the outcome of the client's next rate case cycle; if approved as anticipated, the client expects to reassess resourcing and bring this position on permanently to lead follow-on capital programs.
Work Arrangement: Hybrid schedule based in San Jose, CA, with 1–2 remote days per week; periodic travel required across the client's service territory; placement in another California office may be considered for an exceptional candidate (Los Angeles, Bakersfield, or Chico).
Salary: $120K–$170K (DOE)
Benefits: Comprehensive package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401K plan with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%, paid holidays, sick time, and vacation — with no waiting period; benefits and accruals begin immediately.
Innovation Consulting LLC is an equal opportunity employer and recruiter. We review candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.
Project Manager – Electrical
Type: Staff Augmentation (W2 employee of Innovation Consulting, placed on assignment, with conversion to utility employee)
Location: San Jose, CA — hybrid schedule (1–2 remote days per week); occasional travel required across Northern and Central California and the greater Los Angeles area (10–20%)
Salary: $120K–$170K (DOE)
About the Role
We are partnered with California's largest water utility to recruit a Project Manager to lead electrical capital projects, including 10–12 motor control center (MCC) replacements and 15 standby generator installations with a clear, well-supported path to a permanent role tied to the client's upcoming rate case cycle.
This is a project management role at its core, and the client wants onboard quickly given current program workload. The ideal candidate will run each project individually while managing the group as a cohesive program, owning scope, cost, and schedule across the portfolio. Candidates with a background in electrical, civil, or structural engineering are encouraged to apply; what matters most is demonstrated project management experience delivering capital infrastructure projects within a utility, municipal, or industrial setting.
The role works closely with engineering managers, contractors, and field teams across the client's service territory. While the position is based in San Jose with a hybrid work schedule, placement in one of the client's other California offices may be considered for candidates with an exceptional fit (Los Angeles, Bakersfield, or Chico).
Key Responsibilities
Program & Project Management
• Manage a portfolio of approximately 10–12 motor control center (MCC) replacement projects, bundled and delivered as a coordinated program
• Oversee delivery of 15 standby generator installation projects currently being executed via a Design-Build delivery model
• Own project-level scope, cost, and schedule management across all assigned projects
• Track and report project financials using company financial systems to monitor costs during and at project close
• Manage project schedules using scheduling software (currently MS Project Online; may transition to Smartsheet, Primavera P6, or similar)
Stakeholder & Contract Management
• Manage and communicate with contractors, consultants, agencies, and internal staff on project-specific matters
• Prepare and manage construction contracts, bid packages, and contract awards
• Prepare requests for proposals (RFPs) and support evaluation and selection of consultants or vendors
Technical Coordination
• Apply working knowledge of electrical systems, motor control centers, and power distribution to inform project planning and execution
• Interpret engineering construction reports and drawings and provide input or guidance to project teams
• Coordinate with civil and structural engineering resources as needed across the project portfolio
• Support field construction management and inspection at project sites as required
Qualifications
Required
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Civil, or Structural Engineering
• 5+ years of professional experience in engineering, construction, or capital project delivery
• 3–5 years of direct project management experience, including cost management and schedule management
• Working knowledge of electrical systems and equipment
• Prior experience managing projects within the water or wastewater utility industry
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects and prioritize effectively
• Valid California Driver's License
• Ability to work a hybrid schedule based in San Jose, CA, with periodic travel (10–20%) across the client's service territory
Preferred
• Engineer in Training (EIT) certification or Professional Engineer (PE) license
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Design-Build project delivery experience
• Experience with MS Project Online, Smartsheet, or Primavera P6
Compensation & Employment
Employment Type: As a W2 employee of Innovation Consulting, you will be placed on assignment with our client for an initial twelve-month term.
Conversion: This role is structured as a 12-month assignment tied to current workload, with conversion to a direct, long-term role depentant on the outcome of the client's next rate case cycle; if approved as anticipated, the client expects to reassess resourcing and bring this position on permanently to lead follow-on capital programs.
Work Arrangement: Hybrid schedule based in San Jose, CA, with 1–2 remote days per week; periodic travel required across the client's service territory; placement in another California office may be considered for an exceptional candidate (Los Angeles, Bakersfield, or Chico).
Salary: $120K–$170K (DOE)
Benefits: Comprehensive package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401K plan with dollar-for-dollar company match up to 6%, paid holidays, sick time, and vacation — with no waiting period; benefits and accruals begin immediately.
Innovation Consulting LLC is an equal opportunity employer and recruiter. We review candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.
Senior Project Manager – Electrical Construction
Type: Direct Hire
Location: San Francisco Bay Area, CA
Salary: $150K–$190K DOE
About the Role
We are partnered with a Fortune 500-backed electrical construction firm to recruit a Senior Project Manager for its San Francisco Bay Area operations, based out of its East Bay office. The firm has built and maintained electrical and low-voltage systems across Northern California for over 75 years, with the financial backing and bonding capacity of a national parent company and the project pipeline of a regional market leader.
This role sits within the firm’s commercial division, anchored in healthcare construction (OSHPD/HCAi hospital and medical facility projects), with commercial tenant improvement rounding out the portfolio. The Senior Project Manager personally runs the division’s most complex and demanding electrical projects while providing day-to-day guidance to a small group of project managers handling their own jobs on an as-needed basis.
This is a senior, hands-on role for a project manager who still wants to lead the work directly. The Senior Project Manager takes on the division’s most significant projects — multi-million-dollar healthcare and commercial electrical builds across the public and private sector — with full ownership of budget, schedule, and delivery, while mentoring and supporting the project managers around them. The position reports to the Division Manager/Vice President and works alongside a small group of fellow senior project managers.
Key Responsibilities
Project Leadership & Delivery
Personally manage the division’s most complex commercial electrical projects, from preconstruction through closeout Carry full responsibility for schedule, quality, safety, and delivery on assigned workProject Manager Oversight & Mentorship
Provide day-to-day guidance and technical direction to a group of project managers running their own jobs Develop project manager capability and step in on escalations and high-risk situationsFinancial & Contract Management
Maintain full financial responsibility for assigned projects, including budgets, revenue and profit projections, and cash flow Own customer pay applications, subcontractor and consultant invoicing, and payment status in coordination with the project team Prepare, approve, and submit project budgetsPreconstruction & Risk
Review estimates, proposal scope letters, and RFQ/RFP documents for subcontractor and vendor solicitation, and participate in the bid review process Identify and manage project risks and issues, escalating to division leadership as appropriate
Qualifications
Required
Extensive electrical construction project management experience at a senior level, with a track record on complex projects Substantial healthcare construction (OSHPD/HCAi) experience Union (IBEW) contractor experience Full financial responsibility for multi-million-dollar electrical projects, including budget, schedule, and cash flow management Experience guiding or overseeing other project managers, not just field crew leadershipPreferred
Familiarity with Procore and Accubid Established Bay Area subcontractor and vendor relationships
Compensation & Employment
Employment Type: The selected candidate will be hired as a full-time employee directly with our client.
Salary: $150K–$190K, depending on experience
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits provided directly by our client, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, and paid time off
Work Model: On-site; East Bay, San Francisco Bay Area
Schedule: Monday through Friday, standard daytime hours; up to 10–20% travel to active Bay Area job sites
Relocation: Required if not within commutable distance of the San Francisco Bay Area
Why Join Our Client
You would join one of Northern California’s most established electrical contractors — nearly 80 years in the market, backed by a Fortune 500 parent, with deep bonding capacity and a steady pipeline of complex commercial and healthcare work. For a seasoned project manager, it is a place to lead high-profile, challenging work, build a team, and grow with the stability a smaller shop cannot offer.
Innovation Consulting LLC is an equal opportunity employer and recruiter. We review candidates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic.
