What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Leader, Field Services position at Unitil?
Our Company
More than a utility company, Unitil provides energy for life.
Our work helps keep homes comfortable, businesses thriving and communities connected. Unitil is an investor-owned public utility proudly serving Maine, Massachusetts and New Hampshire. We are dedicated to delivering energy to our customers safely and reliably.
Unitil is committed to creating an inclusive environment that welcomes and values the differences among all of our employees, customers, suppliers and the communities in which we live and conduct business. The continued success of Unitil is enhanced through initiatives that promote diversity and value our employees.
Take advantage of a comprehensive benefits package.
Unitil offers competitive salaries, a consumer-driven health plan, dental and vision coverage, flexible work, company-paid holidays, a, robust, highly competitive retirement plan and educational assistance.
- Note : Benefit offerings may differ between union and non-union employee groups
Position Purpose
Conduct field reviews and prepare associated documentation for the oversight of coordinating, planning, and scheduling activities required to construct and maintain the electric energy delivery system for the purposes of providing service to customers. Responsible for the operational design and estimating of projects in accordance with company construction standards, and in compliance with State and Federal codes, while ensuring the reliable, efficient and safe delivery of electric distribution service to customers. To assist with project management and scheduling duties to ensure that projects have timely completion. Professionally interact and collaborate with customers, line contractors, electricians, general contractors, and developers, to ensure that the company satisfactorily meets their needs and to ensure Company construction standards, policies and procedures are being adhered to.
Principal Accountabilities
Time %
End Results
Project Planning and Coordination (Maintenance and Construction) : Responsible for assisting in the coordination, planning, and scheduling of projects and routine work associated with the construction and minor upgrades of the electric distribution system. These projects and routine work include customer driven inquiries for service and follow up review of customer related requirements. These responsibilities include :
Leadership and Training : Fosters a work environment of commitment and achievement, setting high performance standards, and providing the direction, training, and development needed to achieve these standards. Articulates and generates enthusiasm for the Company’s mission and goals. Leads by example; demonstrates a strong commitment to Unitil’s Core Principles and values and instills this same commitment in all employees.
Needed
Capitalizes on unplanned opportunities and responds to unforeseen situations; undertakes and completes assignments and special projects as assigned by management. Collaborates with other personnel
within the Operations group and provides assistance and auxiliary support in their absence
Qualifications
Unitil is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Last Updated : 02 / 14 / 2025
