Senior Project Manager I - Oklahoma City, OK; Duluth, MN; Charlotte, NC

Orbital Engineering, Inc.; South Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Orbital Engineering, Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Manager I to oversee electric utilities projects across multiple states. This role requires strong leadership, communication skills, and a commitment to safety and efficiency. Candidates will manage project tasks from inception through completion, ensuring compliance with all safety protocols and project standards. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package are offered, alongside opportunities for career advancement.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Sign-On Bonus

Qualifications

• 10-15 Years Project Management Experience.
• Experience in Electric Utility Transmission and Distribution.
• Professional certification in Project Management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Drive project tasks to completion and ensure compliance with safety procedures.
• Host and attend project meetings to monitor project status.
• Contribute to field walkdowns and project objectives.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Financial Planning

Safety Compliance

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a Related Field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Scheduling Software (P6)

Job description

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Working with our business partners to create, improve and sustain industry and infrastructure. Orbital Engineering has been driven by this core purpose for more than 50 years - energizing Orbital team members and helping our clients solve challenging and complex problems with innovative engineering, inspection, and construction solutions. Orbital team members are guided by the fundamental beliefs of building trusted relationships, personal accountability, innovation, and excellence in everything we do. Orbital is looking for others to join our team to continue activating our purpose and embrace our values.

Orbital is seeking a Sr. Project Manager I in the field of Electric Utilities to join one of our Project Management Teams based out of Oklahoma City, OK; Duluth, MN; or Charlotte, NC. The role will entail performing various project management processes/activities through all stages, from project inception through closeout. Project types primarily include transmission and distribution substation and line projects (greenfield, brownfield rebuilds/expansions, equipment/asset replacements/upgrades, etc.) throughout their assigned territory in Oklahoma, Minnesota, or North Carolina.

Intermittent travel will be required for on-site project meetings Monday through Friday, as dictated by project schedules, thus candidates must live within driving distance of the location specified above. Work from home capability will be dependent on candidate experience and candidate preference.

Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

• At all times, work with team members to ensure complete compliance with all safety procedures at site. Report safety compliance issues and safety incidents to Orbital and client supervision. Work with team member / crew supervision to stop unsafe activities.
• Drive project tasks to completion. Sr. Project Manager I is expected to learn the regular responsibilities of the role and complete tasks in a timely manner as required based on project stage at his/her own discretion. Individual should be self-motivated and willing to take responsibility for all tasks.
• Host and/or attend regularly scheduled project meetings to maintain working knowledge of project status and gather information needed to complete required tasks. Sr. Project Manager I will be responsible for tasks ranging from monitoring schedule for adherence to managing material orders to completing regular project checklists to tracking project as-builts, and so on.
• Sr. Project Manager I will be expected to participate in on-site field walkdowns and must be willing and able to contribute to project goals/objectives in a group setting.
• Sr. Project Manager I will be expected to provide input to improve processes/procedures as appropriate to maximize efficiency and performance of the Project Team as a cohesive unit.
• In general, occasionally climb ladders and lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Demonstrate ability in daily task planning, strategic task planning, as well as understanding of determining priorities amongst multiple projects
• Willing to ask questions and seek training required to execute and supplement knowledge required to properly execute tasks
• Will be expected to learn and use multiple software systems as required
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Related Field
• 10-15 Years Project Management Experience
• Professional certification/training related to Project Management
• Experience in Electric Utility Transmission and Distribution
• Must exhibit strong written and verbal communication capabilities.
• Must exhibit ability to perform financial planning and forecasting
• Must be competent in basic computer programs (Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe).
• Experience using scheduling software (P6) and providing schedule updates as required.
• Must be organized, self-motivated, and detail oriented.
• Must be able to work well in a group setting and manage simultaneous tasks.
• Must be willing to travel as needed. Travel and lodging costs are reimbursable.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and personal vehicle to frequent construction sites.
• This position requires the ability to pass a post-offer drug (including marijuana) and alcohol test in compliance with Federal regulations and is also subject to random testing as a condition of continued employment.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience directly managing teams of employees
  
  

Orbital Engineering, Inc. has provided worldwide professional engineering and consulting services since 1969. Our commitment to quality, responsiveness, and attention to detail has earned us the reputation as a leading provider of engineering and design services.

A commitment to excellence and hard work will be rewarded with a competitive salary, career advancement opportunities, and an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription drug, 401(k), and supplemental insurance.

Orbital Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, EEO/AA/M-F-V-D. Orbital Engineering, Inc. seeks diversity among its employees. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential job functions.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Project Management and Information Technology

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