Utility Project Manager: Lead Design & Coordination

HBK Engineering, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Company Paid Life and AD&D

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

401(k)/Roth retirement plans with公司匹配

Job summary

HBK Engineering, LLC is a Chicago-based engineering design firm seeking a Project Manager to lead a team of engineers, designers, and field personnel in the design, modification, analysis, and constructability of utility systems. The role involves coordinating design activities, preparing proposals and cost estimates, and ensuring compliance with specifications and client requirements.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, 5+ years of experience, PMP/CAPM

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required. Bachelor of Science in Engineering Degree from an ABET accredited institution is preferred. Candidates with a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field will also be considered.
• CAPM or PMP licensure preferred
• Minimum 5+ years of relevant experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Proficiency in Project Management Software
• Strong written and verbal communication abilities
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Experience in leading and mentoring direct reports
• Utility design and/or coordination experience
• Experience in leading an engineering design team through all phases of project designs
• Familiarity with area agencies, municipalities, and governing jurisdictions
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting expertise
• Contract negotiation and management experience
• Financial management and budget control capabilities
• Leadership and team management skills
• Ability to work for prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Ability to lift up to 10 pounds at a time

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams consisting of engineers, designers, and field personnel involved in design, modification, analysis, and constructability of new and existing utility systems
• Work on challenging assignments including investigating, troubleshooting, and solving engineering and construction-related issues
• Coordinate utility design and relocation efforts on behalf of utility infrastructure owners
• Prepare, review, and approve proposals, contracts, and cost estimates with executive authority
• Act as team lead in coordination of detailed design phases for all aspects of utility engineering work
• Coordinate design activities to ensure installation and operations comply with specifications, codes, and client requirements
• Prepare reports and studies that present technical information clearly and concisely to meet client requirements
• Perform independent reviews of work performed by project teams for quality assurance
• Lead efforts to ensure projects are completed satisfactorily, on time, and within budget
• Negotiate revisions, changes, and additions to contractual agreements with sub-consultants and clients
• Adhere to safety initiatives as needed by the organization
• Manage, develop, mentor, and evaluate resources within the organization
• Train project coordinators and senior project coordinators in project management best practices
• Travel as needed for project requirements and client meetings
• Control expenditures to meet budget allocations and financial targets
• Create proposals in coordinated effort with project team leadership, contractors, and other key team members
• Provide project team leadership through completion of project financial accruals and forecasts
• Identify and resolve project/program budget, forecast, and authorization concerns early and develop resolutions to meet required project metrics
• Monitor and resolve program financial risks and opportunities and provide detailed analysis of variances to budget, quarterly plan, and month-over-month variance analysis.

Job description

HBK Engineering, LLC is a Chicago-based engineering design firm seeking a Project Manager to lead a team of engineers, designers, and field personnel in the design, modification, analysis, and constructability of utility systems. The role involves coordinating design activities, preparing proposals and cost estimates, and ensuring compliance with specifications and client requirements.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, 5+ years of experience, PMP/CAPM