Lead Project Manager - Transmission & Distribution

Sargent Lundy; United States; Remote; USD 134,000 - 204,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a seasoned Project Manager to oversee multiple transmission, substation, and distribution projects. This role involves coordinating with various departments to ensure project execution meets safety, budget, and timeline expectations. You will lead a multi-disciplinary team, mentor members, and maintain positive client relationships while reporting on key performance indicators. With a commitment to employee well-being and award-winning benefits, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in a collaborative environment. If you are ready to take your career to the next level, this position is for you.

Benefits

Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Accident Insurance

401(k)

Tuition Assistance

Flexible Work Arrangements

Paid Vacation

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Referral Bonus

Corporate Charitable Giving Program

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in Project Management of Utility, Construction, or Engineering.
• Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary teams and client liaison roles.

Responsibilities

• Manage project execution, contract administration, and resource management.
• Ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.

Skills

Project Management

Team Management

Communication Skills

Multitasking

Client Liaison

Education

Bachelor's in Engineering or Management

PMP Certification

Job description

Description

This position will offer you the opportunity to manage the execution of multiple transmission, substation and distribution projects. The position will involve coordinating with multiple internal and external departments to manage the life cycle of project execution.

• 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
• Approximately 10-25% domestic travel

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Essential skills and experience:

• 15+ years of experience in Project Management of Utility, Construction, Engineering, or other relevant experience
• Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary teams
• 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

Valued but not required skills and experience:

• A BS from an ABET-accredited engineering program, or a management/business degree
• Engineering design experience is a plus
• PMP Certification is a plus
• Construction and start-up experience a plus

Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

Health & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-Life Balance

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA

• 401(k)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus

• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

$134,550.00 - $203,130.00

Awards & Recognition

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.