Project Manager

Mesa Associates, Inc; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Mesa Associates, Inc. is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our Power Delivery team.

You will lead high-voltage power delivery substations, guiding multidisciplinary teams from initiation through closeout, with support from our PSO to ensure successful outcomes across multiple projects. The ideal candidate will bring 6+ years of relevant experience, a strong background in engineering/construction management, and proven leadership in delivering complex substation design and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in project management, engineering, construction management, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 6 years of relevant project experience.
• Experience managing power utility substation design projects.
• Ability to lead engineering and construction teams.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and project scheduling software.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-voltage power delivery substation projects and cross-functional teams.
• Develop and manage project planning documents and schedules.
• Monitor budgets, forecast spending, and manage changes.
• Facilitate meetings, document action items, and report status.
• Ensure safety, quality, and client satisfaction.

Skills

Project management

Engineering leadership

PMI methodologies

Communication skills

MS Word/Excel

Project scheduling software

Substation design experience

Multi-project management

Accounting knowledge

PMP certification

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

PDS General / Power Delivery Substation

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

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Mesa Associates, Inc. is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our Power Delivery team. This role is ideal for a driven leader who understands the technical and operational demands of electric transmission, substations, engineering & construction projects and can confidently guide multidisciplinary teams from project initiation through closeout.

You will lead high-voltage power delivery projects, ensuring safety, quality, budget, and schedule objectives are consistently achieved while maintaining exceptional client satisfaction. With the full support of our Project Support Office (PSO), you'll play a central role in delivering successful outcomes across a program of substation projects.

What You'll Do

• Project Leadership & Execution
  
  
  
  • Project Execution Plans
  
  
  • Project Initiation Documentation
  
  
  • Communication Plans
  
  
  • RFI Log Creation and Maintenance
  
  
  • Meeting Facilitation and Engagement of Stakeholders
  
  
  • Log of Meeting Minute
  
  
  • Meeting Status Reporting
  
  
  • Bi-Weekly Project Portfolio Reporting
  
  
  • Monitoring and Controlling Project Progress
  
  
  • Lead cross-functional planning/engineering/construction teams in the execution of utility substation design & construction projects.
  
  
  • Develop and manage key project planning documents, including:
  
  
  • Drive accountability to scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives
  
  
  • Ensure all Mesa & assigned client business processes and procedures are followed
  
  
  
  


• Schedule & Budget Management
  
  
  
  • Monitor and control project schedules and budgets
  
  
  • Project Forecasting and Accruals
  
  
  • Identify, document, and manage scope changes affecting cost and timeline
  
  
  • Partner with associate project managers, coordinators, schedulers, analysts, and controllers to forecast spending, accruals, and financial performance
  
  
  • Support Program Managers/Directors in maintaining strong cost and schedule performance
  
  
  
  


• Risk & Issue Management
  
  
  
  • Proactively identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies
  
  
  • Track, assign, and resolve issues to minimize impact
  
  
  • Maintain accurate and current project status reporting systems
  
  
  
  


• Technical & Client Coordination
  
  
  
  • Understanding of EPC project processes
  
  
  • Support design teams in resolving technical challenges
  
  
  • Coordinate design and construction activities to ensure efficient information flow
  
  
  • Communicate effectively with internal teams, clients, and stakeholders across multiple programs
  
  
  • Participate in client meetings and substation site visits while adhering to all safety requirements
  
  
  
  

What You Bring

• Required Qualifications
  
  
  
  • Project management of heavy utility construction, preferably related to electric transmission substations
  
  
  • Engaging with and leading engineering/design projects
  
  
  • Bachelor's degree in project management, engineering, construction management, or related field preferred
  
  
  • Minimum 6 years of relevant project experience, which should include:
  
  
  • PMP Preferred, but not required
  
  
  • Firm understanding of PMI Project Management Methodologies and Processes
  
  
  • Demonstrated experience managing power utility substation design projects
  
  
  • Ability to manage multiple projects or a program simultaneously
  
  
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  
  
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and project scheduling software
  
  
  • Working knowledge of corporate accounting practices and business operations
  
  
  
  


• Core Competencies
  
  
  
  • Strong leadership and decision-making abilities
  
  
  • Independent judgment with minimal supervision
  
  
  • Ability to interpret and apply scopes of work, technical criteria, and design requirements
  
  
  • Exceptional organizational and prioritization skills
  
  
  • Professional presence and stakeholder management capability
  
  
  • Proven ability to manage emergent or fast-track projects
  
  
  
  

Work Environment & Requirements

• Willingness to attend meetings at substation sites and client facilities, including occasional travel to client locations


• Commitment to following all Mesa and client safety protocols


• Ability to work effectively with remote and distributed teams