Engineering Project Manager ( I or II ) Covington OR Metairie LA Office

About the role

Ampirical is shaping the future of the power grid with precision, innovation, and purpose. We focus on quality, forward-thinking solutions, and empowering our team to grow and thrive. We build careers, not just projects.

Responsibilities

• Manage contracts and project scopes ranging from $1M–$5M+, ensuring all technical deliverables meet client and regulatory standards.
• Own the full project lifecycle — from proposal and kickoff through design, field coordination, and closeout — ensuring deliverables are on time, on budget, and contract-compliant.
• Develop engineering budgets, milestone schedules, and resource plans using bottom-up methods and manage performance against those plans throughout execution.
• Lead stakeholder communication across engineering teams, clients, subconsultants, and internal leadership — including meetings, status reports, and change order management.
• Manage contract scope, risk registers, and monthly reporting across the five pillars of contract management: scope, risk, schedule, budget, and resources.
• Cook up field activities including site observations, commissioning events, surveys, and feasibility studies while ensuring alignment with safety and quality standards.
• Write and support proposals ranging from task order letters to competitive bid packages, including scope narratives, assumptions, and pricing.
• Ensure all engineering designs meet applicable codes, regulatory requirements, and the industry standard of care across every deliverable.

Requirements

• Engineering Project Manager I: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field; 5 years of project management experience in utilities engineering or very similar technical fields; PE license and/or PMP certification.
• Engineering Project Manager II: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a related field; 8 years of project management experience in utilities engineering or very similar technical fields; PE license and/or PMP certification.

Qualifications

• Strong project management skills, including scope management, risk management, and stakeholder engagement.
• Experience in electrical utility engineering and familiarity with relevant codes and regulations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software.

Skills

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
• Experience with contract management and compliance.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Benefits

• Salary Range: $76,000+ - Commensurate (dependent on experience, education, and qualifications)
• Profit-Sharing Bonus: Semi-annual, performance-based (10% to 20% of salary)
• Day-One Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) with 4% match and immediate vesting
• PTO: Starting at 80 hours of vacation & 40 hours of sick time per year + 10 paid holidays
• Flexible Work Schedule: Every other Friday off
• Career Development: Advancement opportunities, tuition reimbursement
• Perks: Gym membership stipend, wellness program, fertility benefits, pet insurance, and more

Pay

• $76,000+ - Commensurate (dependent on experience, education, and qualifications)

Schedule

• Flexible Work Schedule: Every other Friday off