Principal Energy Transition Program Manager

Arcadis • Houston, TX

1d • $122,478 - $208,212

About The Position

Arcadis seeks a Principal Program Manager to join our Energy Transition team. This position will include leading client development as well as managing the delivery of multi-discipline consulting and engineering services. In this role, you will be a key member of Arcadis' national practice and will lead and direct the planning, development and delivery of energy projects throughout North America. The ideal candidate will be a highly experienced professional with an extensive background in managing front end planning, engineering, procurement, and construction of large power, energy, and/or industrial manufacturing projects.

Requirements

• A minimum 12 years of experience in managing complex energy projects
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• Expertise in business development and pipeline management, including sourcing of project opportunities, networking at industry events and associations, building an ecosystem of external partners and sub-consultants.
• Extensive experience with energy systems consulting and advisory services in general, specialization could include conventional power, renewables, natural gas, hydrogen, and/or alternative energy technologies.
• Proven capacity and knowledge of capital project planning and implementation for and on behalf of energy system owners, developers, operators, and asset managers.
• Experience in leading multi-disciplinary consulting and engineering teams spanning across multiple regions, sectors, and disciplines.
• Knowledge of relevant industry standards, regulations, and best practices.
• Proven experience in managing EPCm or EPC contractors delivering on time and budget.
• Project Management Professional certification is required.

Nice To Haves

• A Master’s degree is preferred.
• An Electrical or Mechanical Professional Engineer license is a strong preference.

Responsibilities

• Assess, develop, and implement growth strategies across the US Energy market.
• Maintain existing client relationships and identifying new clients, coordinating with these clients on opportunities, and leading pursuits and the development of proposals.
• Track market trends in the Energy market around policy, regulatory, and technology changes, to support and update business strategy and implementation.
• Participate in market-facing events to increase Arcadis’ presence and profile.
• Be the client point of contact and responsible for overall technical, commercial, and financial performance of projects, including project management responsibilities for scope, schedule, cost, quality, risk, change, and contracts.
• Ensure adherence to Arcadis’ and clients’ policies, standards, and specifications.
• Work collaboratively with, cross-functional teams, including engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning, to ensure project KPIs are met.
• Be responsible for the management of project cashflow and ensuring the invoice preparation, issue and receipt; developing/managing the project execution plan; and developing, implementing, and controlling the risk management plan.
• Lead the entire lifecycle of consulting and engineering projects, from initial concept through to completion and close-out.
• Health & Safety Stewardship, and compliance with Health, Safety and Environmental standards.
• Management of relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and regulatory authorities.
• QA/QC of all aspects of the project, from design to commissioning.
• Providing leadership and mentorship to project teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Preparing and presenting regular project status reports to senior management and clients.
• Drive innovation in program management approaches and methodology.

Benefits

• Arcadis offers benefits for full time and part time positions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision, EAP, 401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program and optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement.
• We offer nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO that accrue per year.
• The salary range for this position is $122478 - $208212.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees