Project Manager - Substation (Southeast Region)

About the role

Our Transmission & Distribution global practice is looking for a Project Manager who will support our Southeast Region (Atlanta, Charlotte or Chattanooga) by helping manage transmission and substation design projects, ranging from 12-kV to 500-kV, and grow our renewable business. An entrepreneurial spirit and strong leadership abilities are a must.

The Project Manager will manage, direct and coordinate all aspects of work related to greenfield and brownfield projects at collector stations and switching stations and any transmission components. The Project Manager will be responsible for the profit and loss of individual projects, the successful completion of projects within specified dates, and establishing and maintaining a professional and satisfactory relationship with the Owner, subcontractors, regulatory agencies and other project stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Prepare proposals, assist in presentations, and participate in contract negotiations
• Leverage existing client relationships, create new client relationships and focus on repeat work within the Account
• Serve as project point of contact with owner regarding efforts such as client coordination, strategic planning, scope management, and budgeting
• Provide overall management of projects from concept to completion including siting, environmental, permitting, planning, estimating, engineering, right-of-way acquisition, project controls, bid phase services, procurement, constructability reviews, material management, construction management, and closeout
• Develop and monitor project schedules, manage scope, and control project costs
• Assist with internal project financials (detailed, accurate project cost forecast and accruals), staffing, legal coordination, risk management, change management, and human resource issues
• Manage all aspects of project communication
• Develop and implement project policies and procedures, establish project controls systems and implement the project execution plan
• Report regularly on progress, cost and schedule metrics, procurement issues, safety or environmental concerns, design questions, potential impacts, and any issues requiring office support

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree in engineering, construction management or related degree from accredited program and 7 years applicable experience
• Prior experience on construction project sites or executing program management in the industries of aviation, commercial, energy, government, manufacturing, oil & gas, process, transmission & distribution, or water is preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and attention to detail
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding work environment, ability to work overtime on short notice
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency using Microsoft Office
• Ability to work collaboratively with others (owners, contractors, engineers, designers) in a multi-disciplined project team environment to resolve design or drawing issues as appropriate and to accomplish objectives
• Strong experience with document control, scheduling, cost control and project management software

Benefits

Travel to client and project locations will be expected, with an estimated travel commitment of 10-15%.

Pay and Schedule

Full-time position.