Project Leader Utility Construction and Maintenance I or Sr
Location: Friendswood, TX, United States
Job ID: 6089387
Date Posted:Dec 18, 2025
POSTING DEADLINE
This position is posted until filled.
JOB DESCRIPTION
Salary Grade: G07
Minimum Midpoint Maximum
$69,581 - $92,194 - $114,808
Project Leader Utility Construction and Maintenance
SUMMARY:
Under general supervision, completes utility construction and maintenance projects in a timely and efficient manner for PNM management and our customers.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Oversees projects that consist of residential, smaller subdivisions, commercial, and minor system improvements, to include the design review, cost estimate approval, and work activity monitoring, may include streetlights and gas mainline coordination; projects can normally be completed working independently, based on established policies, procedures, and guidelines with assistance from senior level or manager
Monitors field work for compliance and completeness
Consults with team to identify and resolve issues that require direct customer involvement on inquiries, right-of-way, complaints, tree trim requests, and damages
Presents projects and participates in capital management process
Communicates and coordinates job requirements to customers, team members, Gas Engineering, and others outside the team as necessary
Participates in project scheduling, and assigns job priorities in order to meet company and/or customer requirements
Provides training and technical assistance in their area of expertise
Initiates and administers line extension contracts
Directs the work of others assigned to their project
Coordinates gas and/or electric transmission projects or the tie-in between distribution and transmission projects
Provides input on a variety of contracts for projects, professional services, materials, and equipment
May negotiate and manage a variety of contracts for projects, professional services, materials, and equipment
Reviews measurements and makes adjustments to the process to achieve team goals
Assists in achieving team goals and objectives
May occasionally assume the role of Team Manager
COMPETENCIES:
Knowledge is required in gas or electric theory, design, and construction of systems, with general knowledge in the other utility
Ability to promote first-class public relations with customers, businesses, outside agencies, and community leaders. Attends and addresses tribal and city councils
Demonstrated ability to apply and interpret PNM and industry standards for distribution design, construction, metering, and gas transmission, depending on the area
Understands governmental rules and regulations and other PNM Policies and Procedures as they apply to their area of responsibility
Experience in coordinating outages, metering inspections, switching procedures, or pre-design/construction meetings
Knowledge of the Gas or Electric Service delivery process
Has knowledge of ROW terms and governmental guidelines
Ability to apply, administer and interpret contracts and the gas and/or electric line extension policies
Must be sensitive to the business environment and customer to generate work
Demonstrated ability to apply engineering and drafting principles by managing routine electric and gas distribution system projects
Demonstrated ability to make decisions that require judgment, creativity and interpersonal skills
Ability to negotiate and manage construction contracts
Demonstrates an ability to promote team performance by having a positive attitude, being self-motivated, and staying flexible to change
Communicates effectively orally and in writing with customers and team members
QUALIFICATIONS
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree with five to six years of related gas or electric utility design or construction experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience related to the discipline.
Project management experience is preferred.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
Must possess a current, legally valid driver's license and meet the company's driving record requirements.
COMMUNICATION SKILLS:
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
Direct customer contact experience is required
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, and customers
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations
COMPUTER SKILLS:
Working knowledge of knowledge of spreadsheet, database, and word processing software, and computerized customer billing, work management, financial management, mapping/drafting systems, and other Company systems that are used by the team
ANALYSIS AND PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITY:
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Regularly required to stand and/or walk up to 2/3 of the time and frequently visit the construction sites. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Ability to drive is required.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Office and construction environment. Regularly works outdoors and in remote locations in various weather conditions. Handles multiple projects and may deal with competing priorities. Heavy workload. Observes and follows safety rules.
TNMP
JOB DESCRIPTION
Salary Grade: G06
Minimum Midpoint Maximum
$78,537 - $106,024 - $133,511
Project Leader Utility Construction and Maintenance Sr
SUMMARY:
Under general supervision, completes utility construction and maintenance projects in a timely and efficient manner.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Oversees projects that consist of large subdivisions, commercial, and major system improvements, to include the design review, cost estimate approval, and work activity monitoring. May include streetlights and gas mainline coordination. Projects will normally be completed working independently when well-developed policies, procedures and guidelines are not available, reporting only unusual matters to Team Manager
Monitors field work for compliance and completeness
Leads the team to identify and resolve issues that require direct customer involvement on inquiries, right-of-way, complaints, tree trim requests, and damages
Presents projects and participates in capital management process
Communicates and coordinates job requirements to customers, team members, Gas Engineering, and others outside the team as necessary
Participates in project scheduling, and assigns job priorities in order to meet company and/or customer requirements
Provides training and technical assistance to other Project Leaders and Designers; helps establish training needs for other team members
Initiates and administers line extension contracts
Directs the work of others assigned to their project
May coordinate gas and/or electric transmission projects or the tie-in between distribution and transmission projects
Negotiates and manages a variety of contracts for projects, professional services, materials, and equipment
Provides input to Team Manager concerning personnel recommendations
Reviews measurements and makes adjustments to the process to achieve team goals
Other duties as assigned
COMPETENCIES:
Advanced knowledge in gas or electric theory, design and construction of systems, with general knowledge in the other utility
Ability to promote first-class public relations with customers, businesses, outside agencies, and community leaders; attends and addresses tribal and city councils
Demonstrated ability to apply and interpret PNM and industry standards for distribution design, construction, metering, and gas transmission, depending on the area
Advanced understanding of governmental rules and regulations and other PNM Policies and Procedures as they apply to their area of responsibility
Experience in coordinating outages, metering inspections, switching procedures, or pre-design/construction meetings
Advanced knowledge of the Gas or Electric Service delivery process
Advanced knowledge of right-of-way, environmental terms, and governmental guidelines
Ability to apply, administer and interpret contracts and the gas and/or electric line extension policies
Must be sensitive to the business environment and customers to generate work
Experience in advanced designs or construction, such as: large commercial shopping centers, major anchor stores, industrial parks, network systems, and system improvements; may do gas transmission where no routine procedures exist
Demonstrated ability to make decisions that require judgment, creativity, and interpersonal skills
Extensive experience in negotiating and managing construction contracts
Demonstrates an ability to promote team performance by having a positive attitude, being self-motivated, and staying flexible to change
Communicates effectively orally and in writing with customers and team members
QUALIFICATIONS
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:
Bachelor's degree with six to seven years of directly related experience, or equivalent combination of education and/or experience related to the discipline.
Two years of project management experience or equivalent is required.
Experience in gas or electric utility design or construction of similar @types of projects is preferred.
Promotion requires business need, in addition to individual qualifications.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS:
Must possess a current, legally valid driver's license and meet the company's driving record requirements.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
May assume the role of Team Manager. Initiates personnel recommendations to Team Manager and participates in the process. Provides training and technical assistance in their area of expertise. Provides input to Team Manager concerning personnel recommendations. Assists in achieving team goals and objectives. Directs the work of others assigned to their project.
COMMUNICATION SKILLS:
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
Ability to write complex reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
Ability to effectively prepare and present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public
Direct customer contact experience, training in interpersonal skills, and training in leadership or related courses is required
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations
COMPUTER SKILLS:
Working knowledge of spreadsheet, database, and word processing software, and computerized customer billing, work management, financial management, mapping/drafting systems, and other Company systems that are used by the team
ANALYSIS AND PROBLEM-SOLVING ABILITY:
Ability to solve complex practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Regularly required to stand and/or walk up to 2/3 of the time and frequently visit the construction sites. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Office and construction environment. Regularly works outdoors and in remote locations in various weather conditions. Handles multiple projects and may deal with competing priorities. Heavy workload. Observes and follows safety rules.
TNMP
SAFETY AND ADA STATEMENT
Safety Statement:
Safety is a core value at (TXNM Energy/PNM/TNMP) and our vision, "everyone goes home safe", reflects our commitment to promoting an environment conducive to learning, improving and building safety practices. Our safety value is built upon the belief that every employee deserves to work in an environment free from harm.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement:
If you require assistance with the job application process due to a disability, please contact HR ADA Analyst, at 505-241-4627.
