Project Manager - Electrical Engieeering

Battelle • Columbus, OH

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

Battelle delivers when others can’t. We conduct research and development, manage national laboratories, design and manufacture products and deliver critical services for our clients—whether they are a multi-national corporation, a small start-up or a government agency. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply. Job Summary To plan, organize, oversee, and implement medium-sized construction programs, with primary responsibility for electrical engineering systems, providing leadership, direction, and control for all activities within the areas of electrical design, power distribution, life-safety systems, controls, and building infrastructure, which are associated with multi-million-dollar construction projects. Manage and coordinate the work of highly skilled staff and consultants with particular emphasis on meeting, schedules, budgets, business plans, and long-range strategies of the organization. May manage various projects concurrently.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET‑accredited program; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to electrical building systems and infrastructure.
• A minimum of 3 years’ experience in E&D estimating.
• Must have ability to communicate effectively with all levels of management and technical staff in written and verbal form.
• Must be able to maintain a good rapport with clients and government officials.
• Must be self-directing and able to adapt to quickly changing conditions.
• Must have a fundamental understanding in the areas of management, business, accounting, plus a working knowledge of the OBBC, CDC guidelines, and other various government regulatory requirements.
• Must hold or be able to obtain a Department of Defense (DOD) Secret Security Clearance and have prior supervisory experience.
• Incumbent may be required to provide his/her own transportation to offsite work locations.

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Electrical Engineering preferred; or ability to sit for the PE exam within a 12-month period, based on education and experience.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET‑accredited program; or an equivalent combination of education and experience directly related to electrical building systems and infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Executes approved plans, ensuring projects are completed in an efficient, cost effective, and timely manner, and in support of overall goals of FSO and the organization.
• Supports the Facility Strategic Planning agenda through construction, relocation, and consolidation efforts, while meeting the requirements of Facility Operations and the research groups with the most economical and feasible methods possible.
• Tracks and monitors progress, ensuring efficiency and contributing to profitability for Battelle.
• Coordinates engineering staff and construction-related trades in the management of their assigned responsibilities to ensure that they meet objectives consistent with established policies and procedures.
• Assists and advises other managers and technical personnel by providing consultation.
• Performs feasibility studies, reviews data obtained or produced to assure accuracy.
• Prepares periodic reports or other data for presentation to upper management, research groups, government agencies and/or clients, clearly indicating details and results such as record of achievement on established goals, recommended improvements, cost savings, etc.
• Participates in the planning and development of the capital budgets, and long-range plans for the King Avenue Campus and the West Jefferson Sites.
• Makes contacts, negotiates, achieves conflict resolution, and obtains written approval from government officials.
• Assures all requirements are met in accordance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations issued by OSHA, OBBC, FDA, NFPA, and other federal, state, and local regulatory agencies such as the Development Regulation Division for the City of Columbus (Code and Zoning Officials), and the Ohio EPA (Compliance Officials).
• Coordinates engineering and construction activities for assigned projects with all departments, groups, and staff.
• Consistently cooperates with, assists, and involves managers and technical staff within departments such as Strategic Planning, Operations, Security, Telecommunications, Environmental Safety and Health, Business Administration, and numerous research managers and staff at all levels throughout the organization.

Benefits

• Balance life through a compressed work schedule : Most of our team follows a flexible, compressed work schedule that allows for every other Friday off—giving you a dedicated day to accomplish things in your personal life without using vacation time.
• Enjoy enhanced work flexibility, including a hybrid arrangement: You have options for where and when you work. Our Together with Flexibility model allows you to work 60% in-office and 40% remote, with Monday and Tuesday as common in-office days, dependent on team and position needs .
• Take time to recharge : You get paid time off to support work-life balance and keep motivated.
• Prioritize wellness : Stay healthy with medical, dental, and vision coverage with wellness incentives and benefits plus a variety of optional supplemental benefits.
• Better together : Coverage for partners, gender-affirming care and health support, and family formation support.
• Build your financial future : Build financial stability with an industry-leading 401(k) retirement savings plan. For most employees, we put in 5 percent whether you contribute or not, and match your contributions on top of that.
• Advance your education : Tuition assistance is available to pursue higher education.

What This Job Offers

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