Hybrid Senior Transmission Line Project Leader

Sargent & Lundy; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 222,000; Full time

Job summary

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a Project Manager to oversee the execution of multiple transmission and distribution projects. You will coordinate with internal and external departments to manage the project life cycle, from planning through completion, in a hybrid work setting.

The role requires a BS degree, 10+ years in utility project management, and strong leadership and communication skills. You will mentor team members, manage budgets and schedules, and maintain client relationships while

Qualifications

• BS degree from an ABET-accredited engineering program or a management/business degree.
• 10+ years of specific experience in Project Management of Utility Transmission projects.
• Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary teams.
• 10 or more years of experience in the electric utility industry (engineering, construction, planning, etc.)
• Experience with serving as a firm/client liaison in a support or lead role.
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple competing priorities is critical to success.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a collaborative team setting.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for project execution, contract administration, planning and resource management.
• Take ownership for all aspects of project performance including safety, schedule, budget, reporting and client experience through entire project lifecycle.
• Manage and direct the project team to ensure accountability. Mentor and coach team members.
• Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with client functional leads and stakeholders.
• Lead efforts to ensure projects are completed safely, satisfactorily, on time, and within budget.
• Support the reporting of key performance indicators for schedule, budget and other dashboard items.
• Identify and control construction risk.
• Recognize, identify, track and control change.
• Communicate and consult with appropriate stakeholders and supervisors.
• Prepare reports that project information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements.
• Analyze issues and provide solutions to improve results.

Skills

Engineering leadership

10+ years PM experience

Multi-disciplinary teams

10+ years utility industry

Client liaison experience

Multitasking ability

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree or management/business degree

Job description

Sargent & Lundy is seeking a Project Manager to oversee the execution of multiple transmission and distribution projects. You will coordinate with internal and external departments to manage the project life cycle, from planning through completion, in a hybrid work setting.

The role requires a BS degree, 10+ years in utility project management, and strong leadership and communication skills. You will mentor team members, manage budgets and schedules, and maintain client relationships while