Electrical Power Systems Project Manager

NTH Consultants, Ltd.•Grand Rapids, MI

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

NTH is seeking an Electrical Power Systems Project Manager for a key position in our newly formed Electrical Engineering Power and Utilities Division. This position is intended to be based out of our Grand Rapids office, with potential for an experienced and independent candidate to work out of our Northville or Lansing offices. This is an exciting seller-doer type role. The right candidate will have the opportunity to bid, manage, and execute engineering projects, and develop strong client relationships and repeat business. This position offers the opportunity to independently manage challenging projects, build client relationships, and help shape the future of a growing electrical engineering practice. This is a ground-floor opportunity to help build NTH’s Electrical Engineering Power and Utilities Division. The right candidate will not only help establish the Division’s client base and reputation, but help develop its internal culture, standards, and operating procedures.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited 4-year university. Study concentration in electric power, controls, or renewable energy preferred.
Michigan P.E. License or ability to obtain through reciprocity.
Ability and desire to manage projects and own outcomes.
7+ years of experience in electrical power, utility, renewable energy, industrial, or construction-related engineering fields.
3+ years of experience managing engineering or construction projects.
Experience working directly with utility, municipal, industrial, or EPC clients.
Experience preparing engineering proposals, fee estimates, schedules, or budgets.
Experience with project financial management, forecasting, and invoicing.
Ability to work independently and safely in utility, industrial, and construction environments.
Ability to lead, review, and contribute to the development of electrical design deliverables including one-lines, schematics, grounding, equipment layouts, and engineering studies.
Ability to read, understand, review, and provide technical direction for complex electrical drawings including one-lines, 3-lines, control schematics, grounding plans, and equipment layouts.
Strong written and oral communication skills, ability to work in a team environment as well as independently, demonstrated team-oriented approach to problem-solving, and strong interpersonal skills for contact with clients and fellow engineers/technicians.
Accuracy, dependability, and strong organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple assignments simultaneously while coordinating engineering, design, and project execution activities.
Must be able to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
Perform job duties in the field and office, during non-standard work hours, as necessary.
Must hold a valid driver’s license and be willing to travel within the lower peninsula of Michigan.
Authorized to work full-time in the U.S.A.

Nice To Haves

Field experience in electrical substations, electric distribution, power plants, renewable energy or industrial facilities.
Experience with electrical substation or renewable energy projects.
Experience with SEL protective relays.
Experience modeling electrical systems in ETAP or similar software.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing clients while identifying opportunities for repeat work and expanded services.
Support business development activities including proposal preparation, client relationship management, project pursuits, and identification of repeat work opportunities.
Work safely and follow customer and NTH safety programs in industrial, utility, and construction field environments.
Own project scope, schedule, budget, quality, and client satisfaction from project initiation through closeout.
Identify scope changes, communicate impacts to clients, and prepare additional service requests when appropriate.
Prepare and review contract documents, designs, and specifications for electrical power projects including electrical distribution, electrical substations, power generation, and renewable energy.
Prepare technical proposals, cost estimates, plans, technical specifications, and reports, including day to day correspondence.
Lead, perform, or review the selection and specification of electrical equipment as required by project needs.
Lead, perform, or review engineering studies including load flow, voltage drop, short circuit, protection coordination, arc flash, and grounding analyses.
Prepare engineering proposals, work plans, and project pursuit evaluations (go/no-go decisions).
Attend and lead project-related meetings.
Track, review, and communicate project metrics including schedule, financial performance, and invoicing both internally and to customers.
Travel independently to customer sites for bid investigation, construction progress review or field engineering support.
Provide technical direction and project leadership to engineers, designers, and subcontractors assigned to project teams.
Develop and maintain expertise in one or more areas of electrical power engineering and serve as a technical resource to project teams.
Work closely and coordinate design with a multi-disciplinary team of engineers.
Support development of design standards, project management, and standard operating procedures.

Benefits

Competitive pay with a generous compensation program to reward performance.
Bonus programs are available for eligible roles.
Managers meet with staff quarterly to support goal setting and growth through our Career Planning program.
Clear career roadmaps for every role.
Project Excellence career track offers a clear path into project management, backed by robust training and mentoring.
401(k) program, including a company match.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
Flexible-Hybrid Work Environment for eligible roles.
Robust paid time off plan.
Company holiday package.
Company-paid Employee Assistance Program.
Wellness initiatives that support physical, mental, and financial health.
Medical, dental, vision, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, supplemental life insurance for employee, spouse, and dependents, HSA, and FSA.
Life insurance, short term disability, and long-term disability are provided by NTH.