Industrial Project Manager - Geotechnical/Power Transmission Lines

CDM Smith; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 99,000 - 174,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Project Manager to lead geotechnical investigations for electrical transmission projects across New England and New York. This role involves planning, coordinating, and executing investigations while ensuring compliance with safety standards and fostering strong client relationships. The ideal candidate will have over seven years of experience, a PMP certification, and a background in engineering. Join a progressive team that values professional growth and offers hybrid work options, making a significant impact in the field of project management.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in project management with a focus on geotechnical investigations.
• PMP certification required within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate geotechnical investigations for electrical transmission projects.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships while managing project costs.

Skills

Project Management

Geotechnical Investigations

Client Relationship Management

Risk Assessment

Change Management

Health and Safety Planning

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical or Civil Engineering

PMP (PMI), CCM or DBIA certification

Job description

CDM Smith Industrial Project Manager - Geotechnical/Power Transmission Lines in Pawtucket, Rhode Island

41233BR

Requisition ID: 41233BR

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.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. 7 years of related experience.
2. PMP (PMI), CCM or DBIA certification is required (within 12 months of hire or promotion onto the Approved Project Manager list).
3. 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.
4. 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.

EEO Statement: We attract the best people in the industry, supporting their efforts to learn and grow. We strive to create a challenging and progressive work environment. We provide career opportunities that span a variety of disciplines and geographic locations, with projects that our employees plan, design, build and operate as diverse as the needs of our clients. CDM Smith is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Why CDM Smith?: Check out this video and find out why our team loves to work here! (https://www.cdmsmith.com/en/Video/Meet-CDM-Smith)

Job Site Location: North Atlantic United States

Amount of Travel Required: 0%

Pay Range Minimum: $99,237

Pay Range Maximum: $173,680

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