Project Manager I

  • Chesapeake Utilities Corporation
  • Newark, Delaware
  • Full Time

Project Manager I
Newark, DE

Your role in our success will be:

This position carries the responsibility for planning, directing, and coordinating various projects valued between $1-10M associated with gas distribution and transmission. Organizes multi-disciplinary teams through project lifecycles consisting of project creation, budgeting, monitoring, and making adjustments when required.

What makes us great

At the heart of our Company is a dedication to delivering energy that drives progress. We put people first, work to keep them safe and build trusting relationships.

What you ll be working on:

  • Leads, with supervision, multi-disciplinary project teams; accountable for planning, coordinating, directing and controlling various gas distribution and transmission construction projects valued at $1-10M
  • With support of seasoned PMs, monitors project progress according to established timelines, recommends budget adjustments when necessary, and meets with contractors weekly.
  • Assists with the development of Gantt charts and briefs business unit leadership monthly on progress toward timeline and budget milestones.
  • Monitors the project activities to ensure alignment with all State, Federal and Company safety requirements
  • Applies technical knowledge and project management skills to address unforeseen issues or concerns with the project and takes action to resolve
  • General understanding of external regulations and requirements
  • Assist with selection, review of contractor progress
  • Conducts project meetings to review progress, provide updates and identify risks

Who you are:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Project Management
  • Internship preferred
  • Valid Driver's License required

What's in it for you?

  • Flexible work arrangement
  • Competitive base salary
  • Fantastic opportunities for career growth
  • Cooperative, supportive and empowered team atmosphere
  • Annual bonus and salary increase opportunities
  • Monthly recognition events
  • Endless wellness initiatives and community events
  • Robust and customizable benefit packages-choose what works best with your life. Options include generous 401k, medical, dental and life insurance, tuition
    reimbursement, compensated volunteer hours and MORE!
  • Paid time off, holidays and a separate bank of sick time

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without
regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors. Applicants with a
disability that need assistance applying for a position may email ....

Job ID: 523394901
Originally Posted on: 6/2/2026

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