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Capital Projects Manager - Utilities

Deloitte
Chicago, IL, USAHybridProject / Program ManagementSenior-Level$134,500 - $265,100Posted: today

About the role

Position Summary

Our Deloitte Strategy & Transactions team helps guide clients through their most critical moments and transformational initiatives. From strategy to execution, this team delivers integrated, end-to-end support and advisory services covering valuation modeling, cost optimization, restructuring, business design and transformation, infrastructure and real estate, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), and sustainability.

Work alongside clients every step of the way, helping them navigate new challenges, avoid financial pitfalls, and provide practical solutions at every stage of their journey—before, during, and after any major transformational projects or transactions.

Do you want to help clients identify key business issues to drive meaningful change? Join our team of Infrastructure & Capital Projects professionals who bring industry experience, innovation, and specialized knowledge to help our clients make the best decision for their business.

Are you interested in helping clients answer critical, mission-based questions such as ‘how do we complete major infrastructure projects on-time and within budget?’ and ‘how do we make use of new technologies to improve the construction process?’ If you are seeking a role that offers you the opportunity to create value and minimize risk for our clients, while allowing you to develop personally and professionally, consider a career at Deloitte!

Recruiting for this role ends on 11/18/2026.

Work you’ll do

As a Manager in our practice, your responsibilities will include:

Help our clients on all aspects of the capital project delivery and execution process across the entire project lifecycle, including cost and schedule assurance, risk analysis and avoidance, contracting/procurement, data analytics and project governance

Build suitable structures, systems, and controls so that our clients can deliver capital projects with confidence

Help organizations plan, manage and control project cost and schedule through construction auditing, schedule analysis and litigation support

Deploy construction analytics to help our clients harness data to create insights in actionable form

Help our clients to increase accountability and transparency throughout the asset management lifecycle

Provide financial advisory assistance in mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and financial restructurings

Assess capital project programs, construction management processes and controls, and project risk

Participate in team problem solving efforts and offer ideas to solve client issues

Maintain responsibility for completion and accuracy of work products

Leading or supporting proposal development, client relationship development, and business development activities

Actively expand consulting skills and professional development through training courses, mentoring, and daily interaction with clients

Supporting recruitment, retention, and staffing efforts for the practice

A successful candidate would possess these skills:

Ability to work independently and collaborate as part of a team

Effective written and verbal communication skills

Meticulous attention to detail and quality of work product

Ability to build and sustain professional relationships

Ability to lead projects or workstreams

Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

Strong interpersonal skills and professional demeanor

Ability to meet deadlines

Ability to provide clear guidance to others

The team

Our Infrastructure and Real Estate team are trusted advisors to clients in managing physical assets throughout their lifecycle. We help them unlock value from their real estate portfolios and functions by developing strategies, optimizing operating models and organizational design, and leveraging technology enablement.

Qualifications required:

Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering (mechanical, electrical, industrial, or civil engineering preferred) or construction management

6+ years of experience working within the power utilities and or/renewable energy industry with exposure to transmission and distribution, generation (including nuclear, wind, and solar) and energy operations

Specialized knowledge in project management, including program and project controls, financial planning, documentation management, contract administration, and construction supervision

Demonstrated experience with project controls and scheduling using Primavera P6

Demonstrated experience working on major construction projects

Demonstrated experience in business development, strategic planning, and managing client relationships

Demonstrated ability to write clearly, succinctly, and in a manner that appeals to a wide audience

Ability to understand and analyze construction documents

Professional demeanor and strong communication skills, both written and oral

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Experience using artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled tools and digital technologies to improve efficiency, support analysis, and enhance the quality of work products

You must reside within a commutable distance of your assigned office with the ability to commute daily, if required, without the need for overnight accommodation

You can expect to co-locate on average 1-2 times a week with variations based on types of work/projects and client locations

Limited immigration sponsorship may be available

Preferred:

Master’s degree in architecture or engineering (mechanical, electrical, industrial, or civil engineering preferred) or construction management and MBA

At least one of the following certifications: RA, PE, ASA, PMP, CFA, CFE, CCE or CPA

Proficiency in using Project Management tools, including Oracle Unifier, Procore, Hexagon Ecosys, Kahua, Primavera P6, and Power BI

Experience in a professional services firm

International engagement experience

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled.

At Deloitte, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $134,500 to $265,100.

You may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

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Benefits

At Deloitte, we know that great people make a great organization. We value our people and offer employees a broad range of benefits. Learn more about what working at Deloitte can mean for you.

Our people and culture

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Our purpose

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Professional development

From entry-level employees to senior leaders, we believe there’s always room to learn. We offer opportunities to build new skills, take on leadership opportunities and connect and grow through mentorship. From on-the-job learning experiences to formal development programs, our professionals have a variety of opportunities to continue to grow throughout their career.

As used in this posting, "Deloitte" means Deloitte Transactions and Business Analytics LLP, a subsidiary of Deloitte LLP. Please see www.deloitte.com/us/about for a detailed description of the legal structure of Deloitte LLP and its subsidiaries.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories, including arrest or conviction records, will be considered for employment in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, City of Los Angeles’s Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act. See notices of various fair chance hiring and ban-the-box laws where available. Fair Chance Hiring and Ban-the-Box Notices | Deloitte US Careers

Requisition code: 375166

Minimum requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in architecture, engineering, or construction management with 6+ years in power utilities/renewable energy industry
  • Expertise in project management, controls, financial planning, contract administration, and Primavera P6 scheduling
  • Strong communication, business development, client relationship management, and proficiency in Microsoft Office and AI tools

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