Senior Project Manager - Power

Ulteig

About The Position

Ulteig is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Senior 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 engineering projects in a cost-effective manner and in accordance with requirements and standards as set forth in the project contract(s) for our most complex and large-scale projects. Your advanced technical knowledge and extensive project management experience will be pivotal in guiding projects to successful completion.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, Business Administration, or equivalent experience
8+ years of project management experience, with significant experience in engineering projects, power industry experience preferred
Technical engineering knowledge, with the ability to understand and coordinate solutions for complex engineering challenges required
Demonstrated leadership skills and a proven track record of managing multi-disciplinary teams, including project and/or program management, services, engineering, operations, and procurement
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, Planview Adaptive Work), with advanced understanding and experience of scheduling and cost planning
Must have permanent work authorization to work in the US

Nice To Haves

PE, PMP, CCM or equivalent certification preferred
Microsoft Dynamics (Finance & Operations) experience preferred

Responsibilities

Lead large, multi-disciplinary engineering 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
Critical coordination of highly matrixed project execution teams to ensure resources are focused on the right activity at the right time to meet project schedule
Lead project meetings, including progress reviews and problem-solving sessions
Ensure that all project deliverables meet quality standards and client expectations
Ensure availability or seeks out adequate resources to support the project
Develop and implement detailed project plans, including risk management and mitigation strategies
Proficient 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
Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure that technical aspects of the project are properly managed
Lead overall project, coaching, conflict resolution, facilitation, motivation, and negotiation
Communicate with Senior Leadership, clients and stakeholders, providing regular updates on project status and addressing any concerns
Work collaboratively with the Project Management Team to ensure project schedules and costs are managed and tracked to plan
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 Ulteig governance policies and procedures for project success
Apply a deep understanding of contract strategy with both prime and client agreements to ensure alignment and successful project execution
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Demonstrates excellent leadership, verbal/written communications, time management, interpersonal, and organizational skills
Ensure that best practices are shared and implemented effectively across projects and teams.
Deeply understands business objectives and stakeholder needs
Provide training and support to all project team members to enhance their skills and knowledge
Achieves results by problem solving, setting priorities, and organization
Maintains customer focus to meet or exceed customer expectations and represent Ulteig in a professional and courteous manner
Strives for individual excellence by seeking challenges and self-development, demonstrating high levels of expertise, and showing commitment, self-confidence, and integrity