Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field; Master's degree or MBA preferred.
10+ years in engineering project management, with a focus on large-scale projects.
Experience in leading complex, cross-functional initiatives.
Proven ability to deliver industrial or utility projects on time and within budget.
Strong understanding of project and program management methodologies and finance.
Responsibilities
Lead and direct a portfolio of industrial and utility-scale electrical power systems projects.
Act as the primary contact for clients, managing expectations and ensuring satisfaction.
Collaborate with internal teams to develop project specifications and meet delivery milestones.
Develop and oversee integrated project schedules, resource plans, and risk assessments.
Manage budgeting, cost control, and financial reporting for all assigned projects.
Drive standardization and continuous improvement in project management practices.
Conduct program reviews and report status updates to leadership and stakeholders.
Identify project risks and lead resolution strategies.
Coach and mentor project managers and team members to enhance performance.
Participate in strategic planning and operational reviews.
Benefits
Opportunity to work on complex, high-impact projects in the electrical power sector.
Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams.
Exposure to senior leadership and direct influence on company strategy.
Professional development opportunities through coaching and mentoring.
Travel opportunities to engage with clients and support project delivery.
Full Job Description
Summary - Job Responsibilities - Activities:
The Senior Manager, Projects is responsible for leading and overseeing the successful execution of industrial and utility-scale electrical power system programs and complex projects across the organization. This role provides strategic leadership and operational oversight to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery aligned with customer and business goals. The Director will work cross-functionally with internal teams and external stakeholders to drive project excellence, foster continuous improvement, and support long-term organizational success.
Functions:
Provide leadership and direction for a portfolio of industrial and utility-scale electrical power systems projects from initiation through completion, ensuring alignment with company strategy.
Serve as the primary point of contact for key clients and stakeholders, managing expectations, reporting progress, and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.
Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Service teams to evaluate customer requirements, develop project specifications, and align resources to meet delivery milestones.
Lead the development of integrated project schedules, task assignments, resource plans, risk assessments, and contingency strategies.
Oversee budgeting, cost management, and financial reporting for all assigned projects, ensuring profitability and adherence to approved budgets.
Drive standardization and continuous improvement across project management practices, tools, and documentation.
Lead cross-functional program reviews and regularly report status updates to executive leadership, customers, and internal stakeholders.
Identify and escalate project risks, issues, or delays and lead resolution strategies.
Coach and mentor project managers and team members, promoting a high-performance, accountable culture.
Influence company direction by contributing to strategic planning, operational reviews, and customer engagement initiatives.
Travel up to 25% to support customer relationships, project reviews, or onsite coordination as needed.
Education - Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or a related technical field required; Master's degree or MBA strongly preferred.
10+ years of progressive experience in engineering project management.
