Project Manager - Power

Ulteig•Saint Louis Park, MN

3h•Hybrid

About The Position

Ulteig is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Project Manager for the Power Lifeline Sector. As leader of the project team, you will be responsible for managing the day-to-day execution of Client projects in a cost-effective manner and in accordance with requirements and standards as set forth in the project contract(s) for medium-to-large size projects. Must be located in Minnesota or Wisconsin.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, Business Administration, or equivalent experience
5+ years of direct project management experience
3 years’ experience in the power industry experience preferred
Technical knowledge, with the ability to understand and coordinate solutions for complex challenges preferred
PE, PMP, CCM or equivalent certification preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera), with intermediate understanding and experience of scheduling and cost planning
Demonstrates openness to innovation by embracing and applying evolving technology and AI tools to enhance workflows, solve problems, and drive continuous improvement
Travel to clients’ facilities for field visits and client meetings monthly (25%)
Must be permanently authorized to work in the US
Must be located in Minnesota or Wisconsin

Nice To Haves

3 years’ experience in the power industry
Technical knowledge, with the ability to understand and coordinate solutions for complex challenges
PE, PMP, CCM or equivalent certification

Responsibilities

Provide strategic management and leadership for multiple projects
Lead medium-to-large Transmission and Substation projects from initiation through close-out for the Power Lifeline Sector
Manage all aspects of project execution, including scope, stakeholder management, schedule, budget, and quality
Lead internal and external project meetings, including progress reviews and problem-solving sessions
Develop and implement project plans, including risk management and mitigation strategies
Ensure that all project deliverables meet quality standards and client expectations
Ensure availability or seeks out adequate resources to support the project
Competent in analyzing problems, identifying alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implement recommendations to support project scope, schedule and cost objectives
Function as the key project representative for clients, providing regular updates on project status and addressing any concerns
Manages a collaborative project team to ensure each key functional project discipline is meeting the planned project scope, schedule, and cost
Lead overall project – coaching, conflict resolution, facilitation, motivation and negotiation
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Work collaboratively with the Project Management Team to ensure project schedules and costs are managed and tracked to plan
Maintain customer focus to meet or exceed customer expectations and represent Ulteig in a professional and courteous manner
Ensure that project timelines are maintained and milestones are met
Monitor project progress and take corrective actions to keep projects on schedule, along with keeping the project plan up-to-date
Monitor and control project budgets to prevent overspending
Keep track of all financial transactions related to the project
Monitor and control project costs
Monitor ongoing project health and track key metrics
Adhere to Client governance policies and procedures for project success
Demonstrates excellent leadership, verbal/written communications, time management, interpersonal, and organizational skills
Achieves results by problem solving, setting priorities, and organization
Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure that technical aspects of the project are properly managed
Ensure that best practices are shared and implemented effectively across projects and teams
Strive for individual excellence by seeking challenges and self-development, demonstrating high levels of expertise, and showing commitment, self-confidence, and integrity