Manager - Project Management

TRC Companies, Inc. • Portland, ME

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About The Position

The Manager, Project Management is responsible for managing the overall execution of a regional project portfolio and directing the Project Managers and Project Coordinators who execute it. The role works closely with the operational team to support consistent communication and project execution, and partners with the Project Management Organization (PMO) to align processes and practices and maintain oversight of portfolio projects. The manager ensures assigned opportunities are managed appropriately and proposals are developed and reviewed before submission. The position may also personally manage projects as needed while supervising the broader portfolio.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Engineering, Business, or Project Management from an accredited school or university.
• At least 5 years of related Project Management experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for working with internal and external clients.
• Familiarity with major substation and transmission components.
• Experience with appropriate software tools, including Microsoft Office, MS Project, and Deltek Vision.
• Demonstrated experience managing T&D projects.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, weekends, overtime, and holidays as needs dictate.
• Availability for out-of-town travel and travel to project and client locations as required.
• U.S. citizenship or U.S. permanent resident status.
• Valid driver’s license issued by the state of residence and in good standing.

Nice To Haves

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• 10 years of related Project Management experience.
• Strong understanding of engineering workflows, processes, and practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and direct a team of Project Managers and Project Coordinators in executing projects.
• Lead execution of assigned portfolio projects.
• Hire, train, and mentor Project Managers and Project Coordinators in standard practices and procedures to support positive project performance.
• Serve as Project Manager on assigned projects and lead project teams through successful execution.
• Provide portfolio-level status reporting, including margin performance.
• Work with the company’s legal team to ensure appropriate review and execution of contracts for assigned projects and proposals.
• Oversee proposal development, including clarifying project scope and terms, preparing estimates with documented bases, developing project schedules, and ensuring management review and approval of field service proposals.
• Work with PMO management to establish sufficient resources for the regional project portfolio.
• Manage project changes effectively to minimize project revenue variance.
• Facilitate efficient and strategic project billing in accordance with company accounting practices.
• Ensure proper project schedule management, including schedule development and maintenance.
• Understand PMO Audit Program requirements and participate as directed.
• Communicate effectively with clients, project teams, and company management.
• Participate in business development related to project capture and build successful client relationships.
• Demonstrate safety leadership and follow company and client safety policies.
• Perform other department duties as required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) package with traditional and Roth IRA options and company match.
• Paid time off of 15 to 25 days per year, depending on full-time or part-time status and seniority.
• At least 8 paid holidays per year for full-time employees.
• Paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of the employee’s state of residence.
• Potential eligibility for the company’s annual discretionary bonus program, contingent on company, business segment, and individual performance against key performance indicators.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager