Project Manager I - Public Improvement South
Puget Sound Energy
- Location
- Kent, WA, US, 98032
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Mid
- Posted
- Aug 18, 2026
About this role
Puget Sound Energy is looking to grow our community with top talented individuals like you! With our rapidly growing, award winning energy efficiency programs, our pathway to an exciting and innovative future is now. PSE's Customer & System Projects team is looking for qualified candidates to fill an open Project Manager I - Public Improvement South position! Specific details regarding the work arrangements for this position will be discussed in further detail during the interview process. Job Description
Please note that the Project Manager I - Public Improvement South (6564) & Project Manager II - Public Improvement South (6565) & Project Manager III - Public Improvement (6563) are linked job postings for one opening. Please apply to the role that best matches your qualifications.
The South Regional Public Improvement Team at PSE partners with local jurisdictions to support project development and help navigate impacts to PSE facilities. When necessary, the team coordinates the relocation of PSE facilities to accommodate project requirements. Our team consists of project managers, engineers, and engineering specialists who work collaboratively to support jurisdictions and deliver successful project outcomes. The Project Manager Position I directs and manages the processes and activities of projects of limited scope. Project development may be guided with the assistance of the senior department staff. With guidance of PM or Senior PM, manages and executes projects with a clearly defined scope of work, which may involve multiple internal customers or departments, as well as external customers. Under the guidance of a PM or Senior PM, assists in coordination and communication tasks with other departments such as Engineering, Real Estate, Environmental, Permitting, System Planning, and Energy Resources. May draft simple contracts, monitor contracts and contractors. All PSE employees are expected to uphold the safety compliance standards inherent in PSE’s operating and/or field procedures related to work responsibilities and promote and support a culture of total safety. Additionally, employees need to demonstrate commitment to conduct business honestly, ethically and consistent with our core values and Code of Conduct. All duties are to be performed in accordance with all regulatory compliance obligations. This job is considered “safety sensitive” as defined in RCW 49.44.240 and is subject to pre-employment drug screening that includes screening for the presence of marijuana and marijuana metabolites. Job Responsibilities
Coordinates resources, provides oversight and direction to team members. Assembles and leads multi-disciplinary project teams. Identifies the scope of an assigned project and decides logical action to meet project requirements and deadlines. Facilitates communication between service providers and internal customers, which may include technical support at the direction of a project manager. Responds to customer concerns and works with appropriate parties for resolution. In support of PMs or Senior PMs, facilitates technical assistance to internal and external customers. Applies general rules, standards and guidelines to specific technical problems. Reports on project and program progress as directed. Gathers, consolidates and analyzes facts in relation to project requirements. Responsible for schedule and budget development, management and forecasting. Supports emergency response work as requested. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and/or work experience. At least two years relevant work experience. Demonstrated strong written and verbal communications skills and ability to work as part of a team. Basic knowledge and experience in scheduling, estimating, accounting and finance principles. Customer-oriented, a positive,