Industrial Project Manager - Geotechnical/Power Transmission Lines

CDM Smith; Cedar Rapids (IA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Manager to lead geotechnical investigations for electrical transmission projects across New England and New York. In this pivotal role, you will coordinate investigations, manage client relationships, and ensure project profitability while adhering to safety standards. The ideal candidate will have extensive project management experience, a strong background in geotechnical work, and the ability to lead diverse teams effectively. This opportunity offers a hybrid work environment, allowing flexibility while contributing to significant infrastructure projects that impact communities. If you are passionate about engineering and project execution, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of related experience in project management.
• PMP, CCM, or DBIA certification required within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Plans and coordinates geotechnical investigations for projects.
• Builds and manages strong client relationships and project teams.

Skills

Project Management

Geotechnical Investigations

Client Communication

Risk Assessment

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Civil Engineering

Tools

Project Management Software

Job description

41138BR

Requisition ID: 41138BR

Business Unit: IND

Job Description:

CDM Smith has an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager focused on geotechnical investigations for electrical transmission work throughout New England and New York. This position could be based at any of our CDM Smith office locations. This project manager:

1. Plans and coordinates geotechnical investigations per scope provided by the client.
2. Holds regular planning calls with the client including different departments such as engineering, real estate, stakeholder engagement, forestry, and environmental to coordinate activities and requirements of numerous parties.
3. Communicates regularly with field staff regarding project progress and reports to client.
4. Determines and coordinates the proper resource assignments for numerous projects including identification of outside resources needed (subs/vendors) and ensures procurement processes are followed.
5. Working with CDM Smith’s health and safety personnel, develops project-specific health and safety plans and works to ensure they are followed.
6. Coaches project staff and provides feedback to staff and to project staffs’ supervisors on project performance; escalates any performance issues to appropriate management and human resources.
7. Builds, maintains and manages strong client relationships.
8. Creates project definitions, schedules, budgets and objectives for projects using lessons learned.
9. Assesses potential project risk and outlines risk mitigation solutions.
10. Ensures adherence to company and project management policies, procedures, and practices.
11. Manages project costs and is responsible for ensuring profitability.
12. Ensures timely client payment and follows up on outstanding client invoices to obtain payment.
13. Manages project change using change management protocols; determines appropriate changes or alternate paths based upon performance and metrics.

Job Title: Industrial Project Manager - Geotechnical/Power Transmission Lines

Group: IND

Employment Type: Regular

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's Degree.
2. 7 years of related experience.
3. PMP (PMI), CCM or DBIA certification is required (within 12 months of hire or promotion onto the Approved Project Manager list).
4. Domestic and/or international travel may be required. The frequency of travel is contingent on specific duties, responsibilities, and the essential functions of the position, which may vary depending on workload and project demands.
5. Equivalent additional directly related experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Experience in geotechnical investigations, drill rig operations and oversight.
2. Experience managing utility power transmission line projects.
3. Ability to lead teams and foster communication and coordination to deliver high quality planning and execution of geotechnical investigation and reporting to the client.
4. Licensed as Professional Engineer or Professional Geologist.
5. Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Civil Engineering or related degree from an ABET accredited program.

Job Site Location: United States - Nationwide

Amount of Travel Required: 0%

Assignment Category: Fulltime-Regular

Visa Sponsorship Available: No - We will not support sponsorship, i.e. H-1B or TN Visas for this position

Pay Range Minimum: $90,605

Pay Range Maximum: $158,579

Additional Compensation: All bonuses at CDM Smith are discretionary and may or may not apply to this position.

Work Location Options: Hybrid Work Options may be considered for successful candidate.