Technical Project Administrator - Power

Description

Technical Project Administrator – Power

Remote Opportunity | Utility Engineering Support | Project Coordination & Permitting

Location: Remote – U.S. (Eastern business hours)

Training: Initial two-week paid, in-person orientation and training at Sigma's headquarters in Perrysburg, Ohio.

Are you a detail-oriented professional who enjoys coordinating technical projects, solving problems, and learning new systems? Do you have experience working with engineering drawings, construction documents, permitting, or technical project administration?

We have an attractive opportunity for you!

Sigma Technologies is seeking a Technical Project Administrator – Power to support engineering and design programs for major electric utilities. This position is ideal for someone who combines strong organizational skills, technical aptitude, and the flexibility to support a variety of project activities.

You don't need to be an experienced CAD designer to succeed in this role. We're looking for someone who can understand technical drawings, manage project information accurately, communicate effectively, and adapt as project needs change. Experience with CAD software is valuable, but advanced drafting skills are not required.

ABOUT SIGMA TECHNOLOGIES

Sigma Technologies is a growing engineering and design firm with over 500 team members across 30+ states. For more than 25 years, our work for the power and telecommunications industries has helped accelerate and fortify positive impact in communities across the country. 

Our core values — Safety, Honesty, Truth, and Decency — fuel our culture. We are TeamSigma™.

To learn more about working at Sigma, view our video and career page.

If you do not have the experience required for this role, please refer to our other open positions: https://bit.ly/TeamSigmaJobs

ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY

As a Technical Project Administrator, you will support electric utility engineering projects by preparing technical work packages, maintaining project data, coordinating permitting activities, and ensuring information is accurately organized and communicated across project teams.

You'll work closely with Field Technicians, Designers, Engineers, and Supervisors to help move projects efficiently from initial preparation through completion.

Your responsibilities will evolve as you develop new skills. You'll initially focus on project package preparation, with opportunities to expand into permitting, right-of-way research, project closeouts, and other utility engineering support activities.

This is not a repetitive administrative position. Our teams support multiple utility programs with changing priorities, so adaptability, attention to detail, and a willingness to learn are essential to success.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT TO DO

• Project Package Preparation: Prepare and organize technical work packages for field and engineering teams, including work orders, utility pole information, project routes, maps, and supporting documentation.
• Technical Drawing Interpretation: Read and interpret engineering drawings, CAD prints, maps, and other technical documents to understand project scope and support accurate project preparation.
• Project Data Management: Enter, organize, review, and maintain project information across Excel, QuickBase, Katapult, and other utility-specific systems, with training provided on unfamiliar platforms.
• Permitting & Right-of-Way Coordination: Research permitting requirements, public records, easements, and right-of-way information; communicate with municipalities and other authorities to support timely permit processing.
• Project Tracking & Documentation: Monitor work orders, permits, project milestones, and deliverables while maintaining accurate records and supporting established production and quality expectations.
• Quality Control: Review technical and administrative documentation for accuracy, completeness, and consistency; identify discrepancies and work with project teams to resolve issues.
• Team Communication: Coordinate with Engineers, Designers, Supervisors, Field Technicians, clients, and external agencies to ensure information is communicated accurately and project activities remain on track.
• Project Closeout: Assist with organizing, reviewing, and submitting completed project documentation, including PDFs, technical records, and required deliverables.
• Cross-Training & Continuous Improvement: Learn new software, processes, and project functions while adapting to changing workloads and supporting additional utility programs as needed.
• Other projects and operational duties as assigned.

WHY THIS ROLE IS A GREAT OPPORTUNITY

• Remote Work: Work remotely after completing the required initial two-week paid, in-person orientation and training in Perrysburg, Ohio.
• Technical Skill Development: Gain experience with engineering systems, project documentation, permitting, and utility-specific workflows.
• Variety in Your Work: Support different types of electric utility projects rather than performing the same administrative tasks every day.
• Career Growth: Develop additional technical and project coordination skills through cross-training, with opportunities to progress into more advanced responsibilities.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside experienced technical professionals who value teamwork, accuracy, and continuous learning.

WHAT WE OFFER

We want our Associates to stay healthy, happy, and secure! We offer you a positive work environment with supportive coworkers, managers, and leaders, plus:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental and vision plans with up to 80% of the premium sponsored by Sigma
• 401(k) plan with matching contributions up to 5% of salary
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Education and professional licensing assistance programs

Requirements

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in technical administration, project coordination, engineering support, construction administration, permitting, or a related field.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, CAD prints, construction plans, or similar technical documentation to understand project scope and requirements.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple assignments accurately and efficiently.
• Ability to learn new software applications, retain technical information, and adapt to changing project priorities and procedures.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and general computer applications, including basic spreadsheet data entry, organization, and sorting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate professionally with municipalities, clients, and internal project teams.
• Sound judgment, problem-solving skills, and the ability to independently research information and identify potential solutions.
• Ability to maintain accurate project records, follow established procedures, and meet production and quality expectations.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with team members across multiple departments and project functions.
• Commitment to maintaining company confidentiality and adhering to established privacy guidelines.
• Ability to work remotely during core Eastern/Central business hours and attend the required initial two-week in-person training in Perrysburg, Ohio.
• Able to pass a background check/drug test/driving record check.
• Dependable transportation and a valid driver's license and insurance.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience supporting electric utility, power distribution, telecommunications, engineering, or construction projects.
• Familiarity with CAD software such as AutoCAD, MicroStation, NanoCAD, or similar drafting and design applications.
• Experience researching permitting requirements, right-of-way information, easements, plats, or public records.
• Experience preparing technical work packages, maintaining work order records, or coordinating field and engineering activities.
• Familiarity with Katapult, QuickBase, GIS, or similar technical project management and data systems.
• Experience communicating with municipalities, government agencies, utility representatives, or other external stakeholders.

Advanced CAD drafting experience is not required. Candidates who demonstrate the ability to interpret technical drawings, learn new systems, and support technical project workflows are encouraged to apply.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to endure frequent, lengthy periods of sedentary work and sit for prolonged periods of time, including at a desk.
• Must be able to utilize a computer keyboard, computer monitor, and telephone for prolonged periods of time.
• Must have the physical ability to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures, transcribing notes, and viewing a computer terminal; these activities require close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Must have the physical ability to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word and convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, often in a group setting.
• Must have the ability to receive detailed information through oral communication.

This job advertisement should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of a job. The individual may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this advertisement.

This advertisement does not constitute an employment agreement between Sigma and the employee and is subject to change by Sigma as the needs of the organization and/or the requirements of the function change.

Pay is commensurate with experience and education. Sigma is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate based on an employee’s race, color, gender, sexual preference, gender identity, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran/military status, or any other classification protected by law.

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