Senior Project Manager-SPM

Pike Corporation; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Pike Engineering in Phoenix seeks a senior Project Manager to lead complex electrical substation and transmission projects. You will provide expert project management and technical direction to delivery teams, ensuring safety, quality, schedule, and cost targets are met.

You will mentor PMs, manage client relationships, and drive contract negotiation, change control, and financial performance. A PE license and PMP are highly valued for this role.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of utility industry project management experience.
• PMP Certification required.
• Detailed knowledge of PM fundamentals.
• Strong engineering principles knowledge.
• Experience with project accounting and financial controls.

Responsibilities

• Lead project management activities for medium to large electric substation, transmission, and distribution projects.
• Mentor and coach other PM professionals.
• Manage client relationships and stakeholder communications.
• Oversee contract negotiations, change orders, and submittals.
• Ensure effective change control, risk management, EH&S and quality programs.
• Develop estimates, proposals, and project status reporting.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Time management

Relationship building

Matrix leadership

Problem solving

Decision making

Financial acumen

Education

BS in Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

MS Office

Job description

Position Overview:

This is the senior level of the Project Manager classification. This position is responsible for providing project management systems and technical direction to projects teams for the purpose of delivering safe, cost-effective, and quality execution of medium to large scale electric substation, transmission, distribution, and communications projects and/or client accounts. This position is the single point of accountability for the successful planning, execution and closeout of projects which is accomplished through managing all aspects of projects including scope, schedule, cost, safety and quality as defined in the Project Management Book of Knowledge (PMBOK). Responsible for managing the client relationship and keeping company management informed of project status and issues. Incumbents are expected to have advanced skills, work independently and are to be considered experts in project management principles.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Coaching and mentoring of other project management professionals
• Management of the project in accordance with Pike Engineering Policies and Procedures
• Management of the client and project stakeholders, ensuring effective business relationships are in place and trusted by the all
• All aspects of contract negotiation, change order identification, submittal and approval, administration, establishing the system to carry out the contract including management of subcontractors
• Effective change control and risk management processes
• EH&S and Quality programs appropriate for the project
• Thorough estimates and proposals
• Effective project meetings (project kickoff, client alignment, status meeting, progress review, etc)
• Provide meaningful performance related feedback/input to appropriate line management and project team members
• Project reporting and status for the project team, management, and client
• Accurate project financials reports to project accounting with adequate backup for management, internal and external accounting and/or SOX requirements
• Effective financial controls to ensure project profitability and expected cash flow positions
• Accurate invoices to ensure timely issuance and payment

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in the utility industry with proven Project Management experience
• PMP Certification
• Detailed knowledge of project management fundamentals
• Skilled in engineering theories and principles
• Working knowledge of personal computers and software applications with MS office application proficiency including MS Project and/or Primavera scheduling software
• Demonstrated skills in written communications; ability to compose basic as well as complex technical documents, formal letters, invoices
• Demonstrated skills in oral communications; ability to make presentations to large, diverse groups
• High energy level with the ability to work in a fast paced, ambiguous environment with a bias for action
• Proven success in developing and maintaining internal and external relationships while effectively navigating organizational barriers
• High commitment to achieving goals and plans
• Excellent organizational, planning and time management skills
• Demonstrated negotiating and decision-making skills
• Working knowledge of project accounting practices and financial systems
• Working knowledge of Fixed Price, Time & Materials, Cost Plus and Unit contract pricing mechanisms
• Working knowledge of the techniques needed to lead and influence others in a matrix organization
• Ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds
• Experience working directly with material manufacturers in the development of Transmission Lines or HV Electric Substation projects

Other Skills/Abilities

• Self-Motivated
• Work independently
• Team-Oriented
• Customer Oriented
• Able to manage multiple tasks and provide leadership to other team members.

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering from accredited college or university
• State registration as a Professional Engineer

*Note:

1. Promotion to this level will be based on merit and business need

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Pike Engineering is an equal opportunity employer

EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disabled

Pike Engineering is a Non-Union Company