Program Manager - Remote Eligible

Mesa Associates, Inc; Fort Mill (SC); Remote; USD 137,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Program Manager to oversee a distribution program with significant client impact. This role emphasizes leadership, communication, and project management skills, requiring the ability to foster client relationships and manage profitability. The successful candidate will be responsible for guiding project leaders, ensuring high-quality service delivery, and implementing effective resource planning. Join a dynamic team that values safety and quality, and contribute to impactful projects that drive success and innovation in the industry. If you are passionate about leading teams and enhancing client experiences, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay – 10 Annually

Life Insurance (Company Paid)

Disability Insurance (Company Paid)

401(K) Retirement Savings Plan

401(K) Matching Contribution

Section 125 / Cafeteria Plan

Long Term Care Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Fitness Center Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in transmission and distribution management.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills required.

Responsibilities

• Manage program profitability and ensure client satisfaction.
• Lead and mentor Project Managers and team members.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Accounting Skills

Project Management

Risk Management

Client Relationship Management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

Project Management Professional Certification

Professional Engineer License

Job description

Ft Mill
1057 Red Ventures Dr
Suite 140
Fort Mill, SC 29707, USA

This is a virtual position in the United States where you will work from your personal residence in a distraction-free space. We are currently hiring/performing work in: any US state.

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The Program Manager position is a senior level management position responsible for a distribution program consisting of one large client or multiple clients. The Program Manager manages multiple Project Managers within the assigned program or manages projects or programs that have significant impact on the organization. Responsibilities include managing every aspect of the customer’s business from current needs to future project needs, including planning and acquisition of resources to meet the required capacity and capabilities required by the client. This position works under the direction of a Vice President or Director and is required to generate sales, build trust, foster customer relations, and manage profitability of the responsible customers in support of the business unit plans. The Program Manager is responsible for all work associated with their assigned customers, including managing project leaders, communications with customers, and tracking profit and loss for all projects. Outstanding leadership and mentoring skills, communication skills, strong accounting skills, flexibility in managing complex processes, and excellent team building skills are essential.

Responsibilities:

• Providing technical and financial leadership for all aspects of a distribution program including resource capabilities and resource capacity.
• Approving all bids and proposals at the designated level of responsibility and gaining approval and commitment for bids and proposals at higher levels of responsibility.
• Supporting all business unit initiatives and creating program plans that align with the overall business plan.
• Facilitating efficient operation of their program by identifying business opportunities, directing bid and proposal activities, planning, forecasting resource needs, assigning personnel to projects, and monitoring program’s profitability.
• Soliciting, developing, and maintaining client relationships.
• Performing risk management of proposed projects supporting corporate and business unit initiatives.
• Overseeing Project Managers and Project Engineers, when applicable, to ensure high quality and service for the program’s customers on all projects.
• Ensuring a proper level of trained employees are available to support functions within the program through effective resource planning and talent management.
• Ensuring program supports work standards developed by the business unit in conjunction with Mesa’s corporate initiatives.
• Implementing work planning and profit controls to review the performance of projects and tasks.
• Effectively leading managers and team members, delegating specific responsibilities to immediate subordinates to ensure that operating plans are properly implemented.
• Ensuring performance evaluations are completed for the program and the performance management process is used to enforce accountability.
• Training and mentoring Project Managers, Group Leads, and Technical Staff.
• Leading a strong safety culture within the program and ensuring staff incorporates safe work practices into all activities and designs.

Accountability:

• Approving bids and proposals for all projects within the program that align with business and program plans.
• Implementing Mesa’s safety and corporate quality assurance procedures into their programs.
• Taking appropriate management and administrative action to ensure projects are managed within the approved profit margins.
• Training, coaching, and mentoring the team for maximum performance.
• Developing a profitable business model for the program to achieve or surpass annual revenue and profit goals.
• Ensuring the proper capacity and capability of resources to meet or exceed program goals and client needs.

Authority:

• Developing, reviewing, and making recommendations related to contracts.
• Determining project schedule, budget, and scope of work with project managers.
• Representing Mesa when requested by the Vice President to support contract development and attend business meetings.
• Approving bids and proposals developed by project managers and directing fee negotiations as necessary.
• Accountable for rewards and consequences within the program.

Competencies:

• Ability to manage program profitability.
• Ability to execute the sales process from opportunity to long-term client relationship.
• Ability to support identifying, analyzing, and solving difficult technical and management problems related to engineering projects; facilitate change management.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to build relationships and work effectively in a team environment.
• Willingness to lead, develop, promote, and comply with Mesa safety and quality requirements.

Education and Experience:

• Four-year Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering required.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible transmission and distribution experience required, including 4 years of supervisory experience.
• Professional Engineer license is highly desirable.
• Project Management Professional certification is highly desirable.

Physical and Mental Demands:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Traveling, as required, to ensure all client requirements and deliverables are met and client relationships are strong.

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay – 10 Annually
• Life Insurance (Company Paid)
• Disability Insurance (Company Paid)
• 401(K) Retirement Savings Plan
• 401(K) Matching Contribution
• Section 125 / Cafeteria Plan
• Long Term Care Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Fitness Center Reimbursement
• Annual Performance Bonus
• 9/80 Work Schedule

Annual Salary Range:

$137,025.02 - $158,676.50

The expected compensation is a range determined by factors including but not limited to education, experience, and qualifications of the candidate, internal equity, work location, and hiring department’s fiscal resources.

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