Project Manager, Electric Power Engineers, TX, US

Overview

We are designing the grid of the future!

Be a part of an innovative team shaping the grid of the future through advanced distribution design and engineering. For more than half a century, Electric Power Engineers (EPE) has partnered with utilities across the globe to deliver consulting expertise and technical project management solutions for complex distribution system challenges. As leaders in the industry, we are focused on building a modern, secure, and resilient grid. Join us in making an impact on the communities we serve and the environment in which we live. Together we can transform the future of energy.

Responsibilities

Join us in leading the change!

Project Leadership

• Leads project teams, establishes execution approaches, and oversees project handover, execution planning, monitoring, and control activities for both internal and external resources to accomplish all project goals.
• Coaches and provides performance feedback for project staff.

Instructions and Guidelines

• Contributes to the continuous improvement of project management processes, policies, and work instructions.
• Leads project reviews, conducts competency assessments for project execution teams, and drives continuous improvement in project delivery practices.
• Participates in internal and external forums to advance project management practices.

Project Recovery

• Leads project recovery efforts, rapidly assessing troubled distribution projects and guiding turnaround strategies.

Budget, Sales, and Operations Planning

• Participates in budgeting processes jointly with management.
• Contributes to sales and operations planning with leadership and business development.
• Takes proactive actions to close potential gaps in project execution capacity.

Project Execution and Control

• Ensures projects follow execution best practices and EPE policies.
• Monitors project progress, resource utilization, and project financials (including invoicing status, expenses, and cash flow).
• Identifies and manages project risks and opportunities.
• Captures, analyzes, and shares lessons learned.
• Ensures projects are formally closed out, with customer acceptance and contract completion.

Planning and Scheduling

• Ensures that scope, schedule, and risk management plans are developed and properly executed by assigned project teams.

Contract, Claims, and Procurement Management

• Ensures proper contract and claims management per EPE policies and contractual agreements.
• Oversees procurement activities for services, materials, and equipment needed for distribution design projects.

Stakeholder Relations

• Serves as key customer contact and escalation point for project issues.
• Builds and maintains strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE)

• Ensures compliance with company health, safety, and environmental policies.

People Leadership and Development

• Develops project execution staff through formal and informal mentoring and coaching.

Qualifications

Bring your passion, here's what’s needed:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or related field from an accredited program.
• Minimum of ten (10) years of experience in distribution design and engineering technical project management.
• PMP certification is a plus.
• Proven experience managing distribution engineering and design projects.
• Strong background in project execution, document control, scheduling, cost control, and project management software.
• Ability to develop client relationships, identify opportunities, and support proposal/pursuit efforts.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to apply engineering principles to diverse assignments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Previous consulting experience preferred but not required.

How we support you:

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits including medical, dental, and vision with 100% premium coverage for you
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• MyShare Employee Ownership Program
• Work with industry leaders
• 401K, up to a 4% match (100% vested from day 1)

Location : This position will be open to Remote US

Travel :  Occasional travel may be needed (10% or less)

EPE is an equal opportunity/AA/Disability/Veteran employer. The EEO is the Law poster, and its supplement are available using the following links: EEOC is the Law Poster

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