Senior Project Manager – Power & Energy Project Delivery

Nexus Engineering Group • Cleveland, OH

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About The Position

The Senior Project Manager – Power & Energy Project Delivery (SPMP&E) is a key member of the Power & Energy team working on utility projects for Nexus. The SPMP&E role requires a broad knowledge of the substation work that we do for specific clients including their technical standards, management processes, estimating tools, scheduling requirements, QA/QC processes, project structures, and client team dynamics. Working with the P&E project managers, the SPMP&E ensures that all Nexus utility projects within the client portfolio are executed according to the client standard workflows, agreed upon schedules, and within the allotted budgets. The SPMP&E is also responsible for ensuring that the latest CAD standards are being implemented and the procurement group is fully integrated with the individual project teams. The SPMP&E also works with the Director – Power & Energy to assist with monthly reporting, portfolio scheduling, and resource planning.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or a related field (required).
• Professional Engineering License (preferred).
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in a wide range of management positions.
• Proven track record of leading teams and developing work processes to drive project efficiencies.
• Experience in personnel administration and coordination.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal and team management skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• In-depth knowledge of engineering analytics and design tools.
• Strong business understanding and acumen.
• Commitment to safety, integrity, and ethical conduct.
• Collaborative and inclusive leadership style.
• Results-oriented with a focus on delivering high-quality outcomes.
• Curiosity, desire to learn and creativity.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to drive innovation and improvement.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Working with the Nexus safety director, P&E PMs, and P&E senior staff engineer to ensure staff has proper substation entry training.
• Implementation of client and Nexus processes to ensure P&E utility projects are executed according to Nexus and client project procedures.
• Assessing any NCRs or rework, suggesting solutions for minimizing impact to Nexus and clients, and implementing lessons learned and standards enhancements with the broader project team.
• Lead by example by exemplifying leadership, positive work culture, and the Nexus Principles (safety, integrity, quality, service and value).
• Be a resource for the P&E PMs to ensure project milestones are met and implement portfolio-wide systems to standardize project execution.
• Foster continuous team member technical and personal skill development and improvement including documenting annual goals and providing timely performance feedback.
• Attend client facing meetings on a regular basis to assist with removing project roadblocks and facilitate better communication.
• Ensure training, practices, tools and continuous improvement are effectively used to maintain market competitiveness and quality commitments.
• Measure performance and improve efficiency through targeted processes tools and technology.
• Implement new tools portfolio-wide to reduce repetitive tasks for the P&E PMs.
• Maintain overall portfolio metrics and project management standards.
• Understand portfolio schedule constraints, especially around QAQC requirements, and provide long term planning solutions.
• Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of projects across the client portfolio.
• Ensure practices and processes are trained, understood and followed to meet NPPs.
• Work with the P&E MSL & P&E Director to implement best practices across new Nexus utility clients.
• Be a visible presence in client monthly meetings and an active participant in process enhancement opportunities.
• Conduct lessons learned and root cause analyses to drive continuous improvement.
• Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives and efficiency improvements.
• Contribute to the development and execution of the company’s strategic goals and objectives.

Benefits

• Competitive Benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees