Sargent & Lundy

Lead Project Manager - Substation & Transmission

Sargent & Lundy$142K — $215K *
Energy & Utilities
11 - 15 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 15+ years in Project Management within Utility, Construction or Engineering sectors
  • Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams
  • Proficient in capital project management
  • History of serving as a liaison between firm and client
  • Ability to juggle multiple projects and competing priorities
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • High school diploma or GED required, degree in a related field valued but not mandatory

Responsibilities

  • Oversee project execution, contract management, and resource allocation
  • Own all project performance aspects including safety and budget management
  • Account for entire project life cycle from initiation to closing
  • Guide and mentor project team members for accountability
  • Cultivate positive relationships with client leads and stakeholders
  • Ensure project completion meets safety, timeliness, and budget criteria
  • Support reporting key performance indicators across projects

Benefits

  • Hybrid work arrangement offering flexibility
  • Opportunity for professional development and growth
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Participation in yearly discretionary bonus
  • Supportive team environment promoting collaboration
Full Job Description
Description

This position allows for a hybrid arrangement with a mix of work from home and in the office.

 

This position will offer you the opportunity to manage the execution of multiple transmission, substation and distribution projects. The position will involve coordinating with multiple internal and external departments to manage the life cycle of capital project execution.

  • Responsible for project execution, contract administration, planning and resource management
  • Take ownership for all aspects of project performance including safety, schedule, budget, reporting and client experience through entire project life cycle
  • Accountable for all phases of the project life cycle from initiation, planning, execution, monitoring/controlling, and close out
  • Manage and direct the project team to ensure accountability; mentor and coach team members
  • Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with client functional leads and stakeholders
  • Lead efforts to ensure projects are completed safely, satisfactorily, on time, and within budget
  • Support the reporting of key performance indicators for schedule, budget and other dashboard items
  • Identify and control construction risk
  • Recognize, identify, track and control change
  • Communicate and consult with appropriate stakeholders and supervisors
  • Prepare reports that project information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements
  • Analyze issues and provide solutions to improve results
Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

 

Essential skills and experience:

  • 15+ years of experience in Project Management of Utility, Construction, Engineering, or other relevant experience
  • Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary teams
  • Experience in capital project management
  • Experience with serving as a firm/client liaison in a support or lead role
  • Ability to multitask and manage multiple competing priorities is critical to success
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work in a collaborative team setting
  • A high school diploma or GED
  • Comfortable with approximately 10-25% domestic travel

Valued but not required skills and experience:

  • A BS in Construction Management, Business, Engineering, or similar degree
  • Engineering design experience is a plus
  • PMP Certification is a plus
  • Construction/field knowledge or experience is a plus
Compensation Range$142,710.00 - $215,440.00 Transparency StatementSargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus. Awards & Recognition

About Sargent & Lundy

Sargent & Lundy is an engineering consulting firm that provides comprehensive engineering, energy business consulting, and project services for power generation and transmission projects. The company was founded in 1891 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois. Sargent & Lundy has a team of over 2,000 professionals who have extensive experience in the power industry and can provide clients with innovative solutions to complex challenges. The company has worked on a wide range of projects including nuclear power plants, fossil fuel power plants, and renewable energy projects.
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