Sr. Project Manager I

About the role

CTI and Associates is expanding into Indiana and seeks skilled professionals to join their dynamic team. This role offers opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects and grow your career with a company committed to innovation and integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently manages very large or groups of small to medium-sized projects, ensuring they meet client expectations and contractual obligations, specifically in DOE, DoD, or commercial environments.
• Team leader of individuals in Hydrogeology and Geology, maintaining knowledge of team workload, backlog, schedule, and identifying personnel needs.
• Oversees the project planning, execution, monitoring, and closing phases, delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Covers coordination with internal teams and external stakeholders, ensuring all project tasks are properly delegated and executed.
• Provides technical work direction and/or reviews of project decisions and deliverables of junior Project Managers, making final decisions for most project decisions.
• Tracks project performance, specifically analyzing the successful completion of short and long-term goals.
• Prepares project status reports and communicates updates to clients, executive management, and other stakeholders.
• Identifies, assesses, and mitigates project risks by developing contingency plans to address potential issues.
• Ensures compliance with government regulations, company policies, and industry standards regarding safety, environmental, and quality control.
• Mentors and trains junior project managers and support staff, ensuring team adherence to best practices.
• Maintains effective documentation and record-keeping for all aspects of the project, in line with contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Monitors project expenses, ensuring alignment with project budgets and company financial objectives.
• Performs other reasonable directives, responsibilities, and activities as assigned.

Education, Experience & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field (required).
• Project Management certification or advanced degree in a relevant field (preferred).
• Minimum of 12 years of experience in project management, with a focus on government contracts (DOE, DoD) or commercial projects (required).
• 6+ years experience as a Project Manager.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification (preferred).
• Experience managing projects in regulated environments, with a focus on cost management, risk mitigation, and schedule adherence (required).

Skills & Competencies

• Exhibits CTI values: Safety and Quality First, Integrity and Ethics, Our People, Teamwork, Innovation.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, balancing scope, budget, and time constraints.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to convey complex information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Capable of leading and motivating cross-functional teams in diverse, fast-paced environments.
• Skilled in identifying risks and developing mitigation plans to ensure project success.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities, with a focus on proactive solutions for potential project challenges.
• Experience in managing project budgets, controlling costs, and reporting financial performance.

Qualifications

• Must receive a satisfactory pre-hire drug screen and background check.
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License and clean driving record.
• Must be able to meet the physical requirements.

Benefits

CTI and Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. CTI does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided upon qualifications, merit, and business need.