Job Summary: This position is responsible for leading project teams through the entire lifecycle of utility infrastructure projects. As a Senior Project Manager, you will oversee project execution, coordinating with clients and managing internal & external resources to ensure projects are delivered within budget and schedule requirements while meeting safety and quality standards. Acting as a key liaison for internal and external stakeholders, you will troubleshoot challenges, foster strong relationships, and drive project success through strategic oversight and proactive problem solving.
Responsibilities:
Lead project teams through the entire project life cycle from initiation through closeout to ensure timely completion of complex projects within scope, schedule, budget, and quality constraints.
Develop technical & commercial bidding strategies during proposal phase, including selecting external engineering & contracting partners and leading proposal development process within timeline and submission requirements while meeting Company's commercial objectives.
Develop and execute plans for managing and controlling projects from implementation including ensuring that external engineering firms execute design phase according to scope requirements and within prescribed budget & schedule.
Define and execute work breakdown structures for tracking progress throughout engineering, procurement & construction to facilitate transparency of project status through completion.
Oversee planning, scheduling, and progress monitoring using systems like ViewPoint as well as construction management platforms to facilitate critical communications amongst project stakeholders.
Manage project budgets, ensuring accurate cost tracking and compliance with financial controls. Review and approve expenditures, invoices, and claims. Lead billing, reporting, and performance reviews to meet project objectives.
Identify and mitigate risks, manage opportunities, and resolve claims to protect project outcomes. Negotiate resolutions with stakeholders as needed.
Maintain high-level communication with teams and stakeholders, resolving escalated issues and ensuring project continuity while driving innovation.
Mentor staff to drive accountability and performance.
Lead digital transformation initiatives, implementing paperless workflows, advanced tools, while achieving high-quality deliverables, including as-built documentation.
Perform additional duties, leveraging expertise in managing high-stakes projects to drive organizational success.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Construction Management, preferably Electrical Engineering with a focus on Power Systems.
10+ years of industry experience, including 5+ years in Project Management; direct experience in power utilities, transmission, and distribution and/or high-voltage substations a plus.
Strong understanding of project management principles, tools, and methodologies.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel; ViewPoint experience a plus.
Excellent communication, leadership, and customer-facing skills. Highly organized, proactive, and results-driven with strong analytical abilities. Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet tight deadlines, and adapt to changing priorities.
Valid driver's license; travel required (10-20%, domestic and international).
PMP Certification or PE License/FE-EIT Certificate a plus.
EPC project management and interdisciplinary engineering experience preferred.