Project Manager - Make Ready Design

About the role

Sigma Technologies is seeking an experienced Power Utility Project Manager to join our supportive, passionate team. This fully remote position requires an initial 2-week in-person paid orientation and training at our main office in Perrysburg, OH. Please note: this is not an Information Technology (IT) position.

Responsibilities

• Manage small to large-scale complex projects from initiation to close-out, ensuring proper communication, accurate and on-time reporting, and schedule management.
• Serve as a mentor and coach to assistant project managers.
• Establish, track, and control project cost, scope, schedule, and budget to deliver projects in accordance with contractual agreements.
• Create proposals and lead kickoff meetings and discovery calls.
• Collaborate with the Project Engineer on scope, schedule, and budget.
• Plan, schedule, and execute all phases of projects in alignment with project management processes, policies, guidelines, and corporate governance.
• Develop high-level project workflows and ensure project scopes and milestone dates for all assigned projects.
• Provide project cost forecasting over the life of the project.
• Prepare project change orders and/or corrective actions in collaboration with clients, Project Engineers, and Operations Managers.
• Monitor and report on key metrics, customer satisfaction, and performance against objectives.
• Maintain accurate records of client interactions, agreements, and sales activities in the CRM system.
• Ensure orderly project closure, including finalizing activities, obtaining client acceptance, and conducting post-project evaluations.
• Document lessons learned and share best practices with the organization.
• Develop and manage project budgets, tracking expenses to meet financial goals and handle project invoicing.
• Identify potential risks and develop mitigation plans and contingency strategies.
• Liaise between project members, cross-functional teams, external vendors, and stakeholders to ensure clear communication of deliverables, requirements, schedules, and costs.
• Maintain consistent communication with all project stakeholders and provide regular updates to management and team members.
• Lead project update calls and in-person meetings with external clients throughout the project lifecycle.
• Build and nurture client relationships, understanding their needs and business objectives.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned clients, addressing inquiries and providing exceptional service.
• Proactively identify opportunities to upsell or cross-sell additional offerings to existing customers.
• Prepare and deliver presentations, proposals, and sales materials to clients.
• Stay informed about industry trends and developments to provide value to clients.
• Contribute to and execute on the strategic plan to target new business opportunities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent (required); Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree (preferred).
• 5+ years of relevant industry experience, including 3+ years of Project Management experience.
• Project management certification (preferred).
• Proven experience in project management with a track record of delivering projects on time and on budget.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders with competing priorities.
• Results-driven with a focus on achieving successful project performance, customer satisfaction, and organic sales growth.
• Understanding of commonly used project management concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Adaptability and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Available during core work hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with occasional evening and weekend work as required.
• Willing and able to travel regularly (20%-30%), including overnight travel.
• Dependable transportation, a valid driver’s license, and insurance.
• Able to pass a background check, drug test, and driving record check.
• Authorized to work in the United States.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to endure frequent, lengthy periods of sedentary work, including sitting at a desk and driving.
• Capability to utilize a computer keyboard, monitor, and telephone for prolonged periods.
• Physical ability to prepare and analyze data, transcribe notes, and view a computer terminal, requiring close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to express or exchange ideas using spoken words and convey detailed instructions accurately in group settings.
• Ability to receive detailed information through oral and written communication.

Skills

• Project Management
• Utility Industry
• Electrical Power Distribution
• Power Distribution Design
• Budget Management
• Risk Management
• Client Relationship Management
• Team Collaboration
• Project Planning
• Schedule Management
• Financial Management
• Communication Skills
• Project Forecasting
• Project Cost Control
• Stakeholder Communication
• Risk Mitigation
• Strategic Planning
• Industry Trends
• Regulatory Compliance
• Safety Standards
• Resource Allocation
• CAD Software
• GIS Systems
• Utility Standards
• Substation Design
• Distribution Automation
• Load Analysis

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 in the power and telecommunications industries has helped create a positive impact in communities nationwide. Our core values — Safety, Honesty, Truth, and Decency — fuel our culture. We are TeamSigma™.