Project Lead Jobs in Ohio
Project Lead jobs in Ohio are in strong and steady demand, concentrated in manufacturing, construction, healthcare IT, and financial services, with openings at every seniority level from associate project lead to senior program lead. Columbus, Cleveland, and Cincinnati account for the largest share of postings, where established employers like Nationwide Insurance, Cleveland-Cliffs, and Procter and Gamble consistently hire project leads to manage capital programs, systems rollouts, and operational initiatives. The most sought-after specialties in Ohio are construction project management, IT delivery, and engineering program coordination. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Summit Line Construction, a subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR), is one of North America's premier utility construction companies. Headquartered in Heber City, Utah, we offer powerline and substation construction and maintenance services in a variety of utility markets. Like many Quanta operating companies, Summit Line continues to experience significant growth. As our national operations expand, we seek motivated individuals to join the team!
About this Role
What You'll Do
- Lead the preparation and manage the projected budget for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors procured on the project.
- Ensure project costs stay within the forecasted budget range and implement cost-saving measures where possible.
- Develop and manage project Schedule of Values (SOV), update based on production, prepare billing packages, and submit to the customer.
- Assist in pre-construction efforts including bid preparation, contract and exhibit review, and execution planning.
- Responsible for daily, weekly, and monthly projections and progress for all construction activities.
- Provide project cost forecasting, monthly cost to complete development, and accuracy of reporting.
- Develop, submit, track, and maintain all project submittals and requests for information.
- Review cost reports and evaluate methods to reduce costs while maintaining productivity.
- Develop, submit, track, and maintain all project submittals and requests for information.
- Responsible for the invoicing or payment application process for completed scope.
- Create, maintain, and update comprehensive project schedules that reflect all aspects of the project’s scope.
- Monitor the quality of weekly labor and equipment hours, material, and subcontractor reporting.
- Prepare, review, and negotiate revisions, changes, and additions to contractual agreements with suppliers and subcontractors.
- Work with legal to oversee contracts to protect the company’s interests while maintaining good relationships.
- Ensure all contracts comply with company policies and legal requirements.
- Prepare and manage subcontracts, vendors, and associated documentation.
- Maintain comprehensive electronic and printed files of working documents in accordance with outlined document control practices.
- Generate and review daily, weekly, and monthly projections and progress reports for all construction activities.
- Present project updates to executive leadership and stakeholders.
- Build and maintain relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.
- Lead meetings with supervisory personnel, subcontractors, or engineers to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, or construction problems.
- Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to administrative staff, workers, and clients, representing the owner or developer.
- Identify and fulfill stakeholders’ reporting requirements promptly and accurately.
- Develop and oversee project material trackers based on customer Bill of Materials (BOM), drawings, and scope. Maintain material tracker based on inventories, production, shortages, and damages.
- Monitor and control construction through communication with the superintendent to ensure the project is built on schedule and within budget.
- Execute corrective actions to address delays, adverse weather conditions, or emergencies.
- Monitor and control construction through communication with the superintendent to ensure the project is built on schedule and within budget.
- Ensure productivity, efficient use of materials/equipment, and contractual performance of the project.
- Mentor and guide assistant project managers and project coordinators, providing training and development opportunities.
- Foster a collaborative and high-performance team environment.
- Lead daily, weekly, and monthly meetings, as required
- Support and prepare for staffing adjustments in anticipation of upcoming and recently completed work.
What You'll Bring
- Experience: Minimum of 5-7 years of project management experience in high-voltage electric transmission and distribution or inside commercial, industrial electrical construction or a related field.
- Technical Proficiency: Must be proficient with Microsoft Office suite, particularly strong Microsoft Excel skills. Experience with project software is preferred.
- Communication Skills: Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Multi-tasking Ability: Must be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize work effectively.
- Adaptability: Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, switch directions as needed, and demonstrate adaptability.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or business, or a related field is required. Advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., PMP) is preferred.
- Compliance: Must pass mandatory drug and alcohol screenings.
What You'll Get
- PTO that starts accruing DAY 1
- 401K Immediate Vesting; employer match starting same day
- Several medical plan options
- Dental and Vision benefits
- Life insurance, short term & long-term disability
- Paid Holidays
- Employee discounts, EAP and Wellness Program
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.
About Us
Summit Line Construction, a subsidiary of Quanta Services, Inc. (NYSE: PWR), is one of North America's premier utility construction companies. Headquartered in Heber City, Utah, we offer powerline and substation construction and maintenance services in a variety of utility markets. Like many Quanta operating companies, Summit Line continues to experience significant growth. As our national operations expand, we seek motivated individuals to join the team!
About this Role
What You'll Do
- Lead the preparation and manage the projected budget for labor, materials, equipment, and subcontractors procured on the project.
- Ensure project costs stay within the forecasted budget range and implement cost-saving measures where possible.
- Develop and manage project Schedule of Values (SOV), update based on production, prepare billing packages, and submit to the customer.
- Assist in pre-construction efforts including bid preparation, contract and exhibit review, and execution planning.
- Responsible for daily, weekly, and monthly projections and progress for all construction activities.
- Provide project cost forecasting, monthly cost to complete development, and accuracy of reporting.
- Develop, submit, track, and maintain all project submittals and requests for information.
- Review cost reports and evaluate methods to reduce costs while maintaining productivity.
- Develop, submit, track, and maintain all project submittals and requests for information.
- Responsible for the invoicing or payment application process for completed scope.
- Create, maintain, and update comprehensive project schedules that reflect all aspects of the project’s scope.
- Monitor the quality of weekly labor and equipment hours, material, and subcontractor reporting.
- Prepare, review, and negotiate revisions, changes, and additions to contractual agreements with suppliers and subcontractors.
- Work with legal to oversee contracts to protect the company’s interests while maintaining good relationships.
- Ensure all contracts comply with company policies and legal requirements.
- Prepare and manage subcontracts, vendors, and associated documentation.
- Maintain comprehensive electronic and printed files of working documents in accordance with outlined document control practices.
- Generate and review daily, weekly, and monthly projections and progress reports for all construction activities.
- Present project updates to executive leadership and stakeholders.
- Build and maintain relationships with clients, suppliers, and subcontractors.
- Lead meetings with supervisory personnel, subcontractors, or engineers to discuss and resolve matters such as work procedures, complaints, or construction problems.
- Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to administrative staff, workers, and clients, representing the owner or developer.
- Identify and fulfill stakeholders’ reporting requirements promptly and accurately.
- Develop and oversee project material trackers based on customer Bill of Materials (BOM), drawings, and scope. Maintain material tracker based on inventories, production, shortages, and damages.
- Monitor and control construction through communication with the superintendent to ensure the project is built on schedule and within budget.
- Execute corrective actions to address delays, adverse weather conditions, or emergencies.
- Monitor and control construction through communication with the superintendent to ensure the project is built on schedule and within budget.
- Ensure productivity, efficient use of materials/equipment, and contractual performance of the project.
- Mentor and guide assistant project managers and project coordinators, providing training and development opportunities.
- Foster a collaborative and high-performance team environment.
- Lead daily, weekly, and monthly meetings, as required
- Support and prepare for staffing adjustments in anticipation of upcoming and recently completed work.
What You'll Bring
- Experience: Minimum of 5-7 years of project management experience in high-voltage electric transmission and distribution or inside commercial, industrial electrical construction or a related field.
- Technical Proficiency: Must be proficient with Microsoft Office suite, particularly strong Microsoft Excel skills. Experience with project software is preferred.
- Communication Skills: Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Multi-tasking Ability: Must be able to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize work effectively.
- Adaptability: Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment, switch directions as needed, and demonstrate adaptability.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, or business, or a related field is required. Advanced degree or professional certification (e.g., PMP) is preferred.
- Compliance: Must pass mandatory drug and alcohol screenings.
What You'll Get
- PTO that starts accruing DAY 1
- 401K Immediate Vesting; employer match starting same day
- Several medical plan options
- Dental and Vision benefits
- Life insurance, short term & long-term disability
- Paid Holidays
- Employee discounts, EAP and Wellness Program
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status.
We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Energy
- Technology & Software
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Ohio Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in project lead jobs across Ohio.
- Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, construction management, or a related field
- PMP certification or active enrollment toward Project Management Professional credentialing
- Three or more years of experience leading cross-functional teams on complex projects
- Demonstrated proficiency with project management tools such as MS Project, Smartsheet, or Asana
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for reporting to executive stakeholders
- Experience with budget tracking, risk management, and schedule control across project lifecycles
Project Lead Jobs in Ohio: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a project lead in Ohio?
The most direct path in Ohio is to earn a bachelor's degree in business administration, engineering, construction management, or a closely related field, then pursue the Project Management Professional credential through the Project Management Institute. Ohio does not issue a state-specific project lead license for most industries, though construction project leads working on public projects may need familiarity with Ohio Department of Transportation or Ohio Building Code compliance. Starting in a coordinator or analyst role at a mid-sized Ohio manufacturer or healthcare organization is a common entry route.
Which companies hire project leads in Ohio?
Companies currently hiring project leads in Ohio include Quanta Services, ServiceMaster CDR, and Fairmont of Westlake, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Ohio's strong base of insurance headquarters, automotive supply chain firms, and integrated health systems means project lead demand stays consistent year-round across the state.
Which Ohio cities have the most project lead jobs?
Columbus, Cincinnati, and Cleveland lead Ohio in project lead openings. Columbus drives the largest share through its concentration of insurance, financial services, and technology employers, while Cleveland's manufacturing and healthcare sector anchors steady demand, and Cincinnati's mix of consumer goods headquarters and infrastructure projects supports a consistent pipeline of openings across both corporate and public-sector roles.
Are there remote project lead jobs in Ohio?
Yes, and more than many fields, particularly for IT and software delivery leads whose work centers on coordination, documentation, and virtual team management. About 58% of project lead openings tied to Ohio are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, though roles tied to construction sites, manufacturing floors, or clinical environments remain predominantly on-site. Technology and financial services project leads in Columbus and Cincinnati are most likely to find fully remote arrangements.
How can I get hired as a project lead in Ohio with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry point is moving into a project coordinator or business analyst role at a large Ohio employer, where you assist senior leads before taking ownership of smaller workstreams. Nationwide, Cleveland Clinic, and Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center all run structured onboarding programs that place coordinators on active project teams. Earning the Certified Associate in Project Management credential from the Project Management Institute signals readiness and compensates for limited tenure. Adjacent roles like operations analyst, program assistant, or quality coordinator are common lateral moves that lead directly to project lead titles within Ohio organizations.
Where can I find and apply to project lead jobs in Ohio?
You can find and apply to project lead jobs in Ohio on Migrate Mate, which lists current Ohio openings updated regularly. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit. No sign-up is required to see the listings.
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