Project Manager

Mesa Associates, Inc.; Knoxville (TN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Mesa Associates, Inc. seeks a Project Manager (office or hybrid) to lead projects in water resources, hydrology and hydraulics modeling, and electric utilities interfaces. You will supervise project engineers, coordinate with clients and vendors, and ensure schedule and budget alignment.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Engineering, 6+ years in H&H, and an understanding of PMI OPM concepts; a PE is preferred. Strong communication and team leadership are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Engineering or related field required.
• 6+ years in hydrologic/hydraulic modeling and project management.
• PE license preferred; willing to pursue safety and process standards.

Responsibilities

• Will manage and coordinate multiple project efforts programmatically.
• Maintain vision and direction toward larger program goals.
• Proactively communicate Mesa capabilities to new/existing customers.
• Interface with clients, vendors, and engineers to formulate projects.
• Maintain relationships and meet with key clients to discuss projects.
• Provide leadership support to optimize project selection and execution.

Skills

Supervisory responsibilities

Verbal & written communications

Client coordination

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office suite

Hydrology & hydraulics modeling

PM software knowledge

PMI OPM knowledge

Hydropower systems

Education

Bachelor's or better in Engineering

Masters or better in Engineering

Tools

HEC-HMS

HEC-RAS

FLO-2D

Scheduling software

Job description

GIG Integr Water Res Mgmt / Generation Industrial and Government

This position is not eligible for recruiting or sourcing by outside parties.

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Mesa Associates, Inc. seeks a Project Manager (office or hybrid) with the following skills, knowledge and abilities:

• Ability to perform broad range of supervisory responsibilities over Project Engineers and Engineers.
• Possess strong verbal and written communications skills.
• Ability to coordinate with and interface with clients, vendors, engineers, colleagues, and other electric utilities personnel.
• Possesses strong interpersonal skills to build relationships and work effectively with clients, peers, and affiliates.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, scheduling software and possessing software Hydrology & Hydraulics modeling knowledge such as: HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, FLO-2D. Some knowledge of project management software and corporate accounting practices and business operations.
• Possess willingness to develop, promote and comply with Mesa safety requirements.
• Possesses ability to understand and implement new processes/procedures regarding Project, Program and Portfolio management.
• Willingness to acquire knowledge about the Project Management Institute (PMI’s) standard for Organizational Project Management (OPM).
• Knowledge of hydropower systems

General:

• Works under the direction of Senior Management (e.g., Director, Vice President).
• Communicates effectively with client stakeholders on a regular basis including keeping clients informed of issues that could adversely affect project execution across various management areas and/or phases of the project lifecycle
• Coordinate/Communicate with Peers – Must be able to effectively integrate and work in a team environment.

Project Delivery:

• Will work to manage and coordinate multiple and simultaneous project efforts and business initiatives in a programmatic way.
• Must be able to manage the task at hand while maintaining vision and direction towards the larger goal.

Business Development:

• Proactively communicates and promotes Mesa capabilities/strengths to new and existing customers.
• Interfacing with potential or existing clients, listens for and seeks out new projects that may exist or are being formulated.
• Maintain relationships with existing or potential clients.
• Meet regularly with key clients to discuss current/future projects, evaluate Mesa performance, and identify other business opportunities either with current clients or through referrals.
• Provides management and leadership support by leveraging project selection and execution success to achieve strategic objectives.

Notice to External Search Firms: Mesa Associates, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Mesa Associates, Inc. Talent Acquisition engages with approved search firms directly for specific hiring needs.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Required

Dedicated

Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Team Player

Works well as a member of a group

Required

Growth Opportunities

Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Self-Starter

Inspired to perform without outside help

Education

Required

Bachelors or better in Engineering or related field.

Preferred

Masters or better in Engineering.

Experience

Required

6 years:

Hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) modeling, water resources engineering, environmental and economic data analysis, and project management, project lifecycle (initiation through closeout).

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Preferred

Prof Engineering (PE)

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