Project Manager, Power Delivery

Experienced Project Manager

CobbFendley is seeking an experienced Project Manager in our Atlanta, Georgia Office.

Responsibilities

• Financial Management:

  • Utilize weekly budget report and project report to monitor progress on projects, review of accounts receivable (A/R) report and staff utilization. Discuss staff utilization with the Senior Project Manager(s).
  • Prepare scope of work (SOW), Levels of Effort (LOE) and schedules for projects. Identify out of scope requests and prepare proposals for additional authorizations.
  • Responsible for collection of invoices from clients including escalations for past due invoices.

• Corporate Compliance + Risk Assessment:

  • Ensure completion of the contract and subcontract review process through the Contracts Department and appropriate filing and adhere to jurisdictional requirements and company-established signature matrix protocol.
  • Review of the initial contract terms and conditions, request client contract modifications. Knowledge of 5 contract review modifications including indemnification (duty to defend), standard of care, insurance requirements, warranty, and payment terms*
  • General understanding of contract payment terms and company-wide fees and negotiation strategies.
  • Follow company-established QA/QC process including project kick off and project safety plans.
  • Capable of identifying preclusions on pursuits and teaming opportunities.

• Communication + Collaboration:

  • Held accountable for communications and collaboration such as ensuring that messages and information are not only received but understood and acted upon appropriately within the department, other disciplines and regions, and corporate resources.
  • Able to articulate project requirements timelines, and deliverables, and corporate directives, in a concise and clear manner.
  • Responsible for the completion of meeting minutes and documentation to respective parties.
  • Absorb and provide guidance to marketing for requests for qualifications (RFQ), proposals, interview prep, teaming, resumes, etc.
  • Capable of writing project approaches for RFQ for marketing pursuits.

• Client + Internal Satisfaction:

  • Adhere to project schedules set by the client and keep clients informed of any potential delays and prepare/address mitigation plans.
  • Be responsive and accessible, anticipate needs and proactively offer solutions, address complex problems and concerns timely, and follow up to ensure satisfaction post-resolution.
  • Develop a positive, professional rapport with multiple clients.

• People Development:

  • Provide feedback on staff performance to management periodically including for annual evaluation and recruiting project team members.
  • Delegates work to, trains, mentors, junior-level staff and other entry level project managers to complete assignments.

• Technical:

  • Work on projects that include the following scopes:
  • - Engineering conclusions
  • - Wire/Cable sizing
  • - Transformer sizing
  • - Field staking
  • - Ruling span calculations
  • - Best design practices
  • - Fuse coordination
  • - Material development
  • - Pole loading analysis
  • - Property/ROW considerations
  • - Technical specifications
  • - Systems master planning
  • - Fuse coordination
  • - PS&E creation
  • - TxDOT reimbursement
  • - P&P review
  • Utilize the following software applications to complete project work:
  • - O-Calc Knowledge/Pole Foreman Knowledge
  • - Client Specific software

Qualifications

• Proficient // Solid understanding and substantial experience; capable of working independently and efficiently. 10+ years of relevant and professional experience within a discipline, including proven performance as a Project Manager II. Direct experience working within Georgia Power or another electric utility provider in the state of Georgia, or managing projects for these utility clients, is strongly preferred.

• Knowledge of project management methodologies and lifecycle, industry standards, city, state, and federal rules and regulations, tools and software (i.e., Microsoft suite, Vantagepoint, Smartsheet, etc.), and quality management required.

• Skills including leadership, communication, time, risk, quality and financial management, negotiation, and problem-solving required.

• Ability to think strategically, adapt to competing priorities, execute and delegate, communicate and collaborate, and perform tasks with a high level of accuracy required

Company Culture

We Collaborate // with a professional attitude making communication a priority.
We Commit // to maintaining a safe and inclusive work environment, with a focus on accountability.
We Build Communities // by fulfilling our responsibilities with integrity that is consistent with industry standards.

Physical/Cognitive Requirements + Environmental Factors

• Seated and Standing Position. Extended periods of sitting and standing in an upright position at a workstation.
• Mobility. Movement within the office and job sites, including navigating between floors, workstations, and outdoor environments with potential for uneven surfaces.
• Neck Movement. Forward flexion, extension, or lateral rotation of the head and neck while using multiple computer screens.
• Repetitive Motion. Repetitive finger movements for operating a computer mouse and typing on a keyboard.
• Arm Movement. Extending hands and arms in various directions, such as overhead, below the waist, forward, or laterally.
• Object Handling. Raising or lowering objects from one level to another and transporting objects by holding them in the hands, arms, or over the shoulder.
• Cognitive Requirements. Selective attention, oral comprehension, oral expression, speech recognition, speech clarity, written comprehension, written expression, problem sensitivity, deductive reasoning, inductive reasoning, number facility, information ordering, category flexibility, flexibility of closure, fluency of ideas, and originality.
• Office Conditions. Includes extensive use of electronic devices such as computers, printers, copiers, scanners, plotters, and telephones. Additionally, tasks may involve the use of cutting tools and equipment like rotary paper cutters and plotting devices.
• Outdoor Conditions. Includes walking and climbing on uneven surfaces, confined spaces, and exposure to extreme weather conditions (heat and freezing temperatures). Potential exposure to high noise levels and various allergens, including poison ivy, sumac, dust, pollen, and cedar. Potential exposure to wildlife hazards such as animals, insects, and plants.
• Safety and Equipment Use. Regular use of personal protective equipment (PPE) is required, along with use of hand and power tools.
• Driving and Vehicle Use. May involve driving large pick-up trucks with attached trailers, potentially operating watercraft, and for extended periods of time.

Work Hours

This is a full-time position, generally 40 hours per week, however, hours may fluctuate depending on department needs including the use of overtime.

Work Location Flexibility

This position is eligible for a hybrid schedule once the training period is complete as established by the department.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

MISCELLANEOUS

• Pre-Employment Screenings. All offers of employment at CobbFendley are contingent upon the prospective employee passing a drug screening, physical exam (if applicable), and various background verifications (including but not limited to 10-year history of the county, state, federal, and a 5-year history of motor vehicle records). CobbFendley complies with all applicable state and federal laws regarding said screenings. Unless and only to the extent state or federal law limits CobbFendley’s drug-testing requirements for initial hiring, all candidates for employment are subject to pre-employment drug screening verification which may include a panel drug test for use of marijuana and other substances that may be lawful under state law but unlawful under federal law. A positive result may lead to disqualification of candidacy or termination from employment to the extent permitted by law. CobbFendley reserves all rights with respect to its drug-testing, other pre-employment screenings, and workplace policies and procedures.

• External Recruiting Agencies. CobbFendley does not and will not accept unsolicited resumes under any circumstances from independent recruiters, recruiting agencies, or similar entities. Recruiting activity on behalf of a candidate does NOT constitute CobbFendley's acceptance of terms and conditions without prior contractual agreements signed by authorized CobbFendley personnel. Unsolicited resumes through any channels including cold calling, emails, applications, social media messaging, etc., will not be reviewed.

• Work Authorization + Sponsorship. Cobb, Fendley & Associates, Inc. participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is an Internet-based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA). The E-Verify system uses federal databases to rapidly validate individual identities and work eligibility from the information gathered in the Form I-9. CobbFendley will not sponsor applications of work visas. We understand that this could affect your decision.