Project Manager (Transmission & Substation Projects)
Location: Walnut Creek, CA – with travel to client sites
Pay Range: $60.00 – $85.00 per hour
Benefits: Standard Medical, Dental, 401(k)
Responsibilities
- Manage and oversee all aspects of multi-discipline engineering projects for Transmission & Substation Projects from concept to completion including overall safety, siting, environmental, permitting, planning, estimating, engineering, right-of-way acquisition, project controls, bid phase services, procurement, constructability reviews, material management, and closeout.
- Develop and monitor project schedules, manage scope, and control project costs.
- Primary point of contact with clients regarding efforts such as client coordination, strategic planning, master scope management, budget finances, subcontracting, project staffing, environmental compliance, facility support and schedule attainment.
- Participate in and potentially lead internal and external project risk reviews. Consult with Legal Department as required.
- Manage internal project financials, providing detailed, accurate project cost forecasts and accruals to client(s) and Global Practice leadership.
- Establish project teams, coordinate activities of multiple disciplines, and ensure the efficient, cost-effective utilization of staff.
- Manage all aspects of project communication.
- Identify opportunities and manage team efforts for submittals, proposals, presentations, contract negotiation, and related activities.
- Leverage existing client relationships, create new client relationships and focus on client satisfaction.
- Provide mentorship as well as formal and informal training for the project team.
- Provide performance feedback for project team members as appropriate.
- Develop and implement project policies and procedures, establish project controls systems, and implement the project execution plan.
- Work closely with the project team to ensure deliverables and services are being provided to the clients satisfaction and that projects are following internal QA/QC guidelines.
- Report regularly on progress, cost and schedule metrics, procurement issues, safety or environmental concerns, design questions, potential impacts, and any issues requiring additional support
Qualifications
- Previous Transmission & Distribution experience preferred
- P.E. & PMP preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field from an accredited program is required. Completion of a Master’s degree in a related field may be substituted for one year of experience.
- Minimum of 7 years of related experience in design engineering, including 3 or more years of experience managing engineering projects.
- Demonstrated success in project management.
- Proven ability to develop business and establish relationships with clients.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- This position requires an individual capable of applying intensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices to broad areas of assignments.
- Must be capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered.
- Ability to handle large volumes of work and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
- Must have the ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management, and clients.
Ability to influence, lead and manage change thoughtfully and positively. - Excellent computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint).
- Strong experience with document control, scheduling, cost control and project management software.
- Previous consulting experience preferred
- Candidates must be legally authorized to work permanently (i.e., without time limitations, without restrictions or without need for work sponsorship) in the country where this position is located.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any of these characteristics.