Associate Project Manager - Power Delivery

Olsson Associates - North Kansas City, MO

Full-time - Mid Level

North Kansas City, MO

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

Imagine being part of a team that shapes the skyline and revolutionizes energy systems. As an Associate Project Manager on Olsson's Transmission and Distribution (Power Delivery) team, you'll oversee the successful delivery of small-to-mid-sized or low-risk projects. Your role will involve managing the full project life cycle, ensuring that projects meet established scope, schedule, and budget expectations while providing clients with impactful, high-quality solutions.

Responsibilities

• Assemble project teams and assign roles based on technical skills and project needs to achieve objectives.
• Develop and communicate project scope, schedule, and budget with the team, client, and contractors, serving as the main point of contact for updates and challenges.
• Oversee project budgets, review costs, and ensure adherence to planned budgets to maintain client satisfaction and financial success.
• Secure and allocate resources for each project stage, ensuring timely completion of tasks.
• Identify and mitigate potential project risks, implementing strategies to minimize impact on project outcomes.
• Organize and lead routine project meetings with clients and teams to align on expectations, progress, and performance.
• Document all project deliverables, including correspondence, design plans, and project files, ensuring thorough record-keeping.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships to support future opportunities.
• Coordinate contract negotiations and mentor team members on project management best practices, utilizing Olsson Project Management resources.
• Adhere to safety regulations and enforce project safety standards.

Requirements

• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to contribute and work well with a team.
• Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, sciences, construction, planning, landscape architecture, or a related field preferred; associate degree with equivalent experience accepted.
• Minimum of eight years of project experience in an applicable field, with progressively increasing responsibility.

Benefits

• Become an owner in the company after your first year through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Engage in work that has a positive impact in communities.
• Receive an excellent 401(k) match.
• Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles.
• Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance.
• Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements.