About the RoleAs
Vice President of Program & Construction Management - Power, you will be responsible for building and growing a new client-facing Program & Construction Management (PM/CM) service line within the Power Business Unit.
This role will lead the development and expansion of PM/CM services designed to support utility and Power industry clients in the planning, management, and execution of complex capital programs and projects.
This is a growth-focused leadership position that combines strategic business development, executive client engagement, market expansion, and operational leadership. The successful candidate will identify and develop new client opportunities, establish Pickett as a trusted PM/CM partner, and build the teams and delivery capabilities necessary to successfully execute client programs.
The ideal candidate is a proven Power industry leader with strong utility and industry relationships, extensive experience with Program Management, Construction Management, and alternative project delivery, and a demonstrated ability to translate market opportunities into sustainable business growth.
What You Will Be DoingStrategic Growth & Business Development- Develop and execute a new strategic growth plan for client-facing PM/CM services within the Power Business Unit.
- Build and grow Pickett's new PM/CM service offering to support utility capital programs and complex power infrastructure projects.
- Identify, develop, pursue, and secure new business opportunities with electric utilities and other Power industry clients, with an emphasis on long-term, programmatic relationships.
- Leverage established industry relationships and develop new executive-level connections to position Pickett for upcoming utility capital programs, infrastructure investments, and project delivery opportunities.
- Develop and maintain trusted relationships with utility executives, capital program leaders, engineering and construction leadership, procurement teams, and other key client decision-makers.
- Position Pickett as a trusted partner capable of supporting clients in the planning, management, oversight, and successful execution of complex capital programs.
- Lead capture and pursuit strategies for key PM/CM opportunities, including client positioning, teaming, go/no-go decisions, proposal strategy, presentations, negotiations, and contract development.
- Develop strategic partnerships and teaming relationships that expand Pickett's market presence, service capabilities, and ability to pursue larger and more complex engagements.
- Identify opportunities to expand existing client relationships and introduce PM/CM services alongside Pickett's established engineering and technical service offerings.
- Evaluate emerging market opportunities, client delivery models, and geographic expansion strategies to support sustainable business growth.
- Monitor utility capital investment priorities, market trends, delivery models, competitor activity, and emerging client needs to identify opportunities for continued expansion of Pickett's PM/CM services.
Practice Development & Organizational Leadership- Build and lead a scalable PM/CM practice capable of supporting multiple utility clients, capital programs, and project portfolios.
- Build the organizational structure, staffing model, leadership, processes, systems, and procedures necessary to successfully deliver PM/CM services to clients.
- Recruit, develop, and retain experienced Program Management and Construction Management professionals as the client portfolio and practice grow.
- Establish consistent processes, systems, procedures, and performance expectations for delivering high-quality PM/CM services.
- Foster a culture of accountability, responsiveness, collaboration, safety, and exceptional client service.
- Serve as a senior leader within the Power Business Unit and collaborate across Pickett and the broader ESP organization to align growth initiatives and staffing resources for integrated service delivery.
Client Leadership & Program Delivery- Serve as an executive-level point of contact for key clients and major PM/CM engagements.
- Provide strategic oversight of client programs and project delivery teams, ensuring alignment with client objectives, contractual commitments, and performance expectations.
- Work directly with clients to understand capital program priorities, resource requirements, project risks, delivery challenges, and long-term objectives.
- Develop customized solutions that help clients strengthen project execution, manage risk, improve visibility, and successfully deliver capital investments.
- Oversee the implementation of appropriate program and project management practices, including cost management, scheduling, project controls, risk management, change management, construction oversight, and performance reporting.
- Establish and maintain high standards for safety, quality, schedule performance, cost management, communication, and client satisfaction.
- Support resolution of significant project challenges, contractual matters, resource constraints, and other issues requiring executive leadership.
- Maintain strong client relationships that result in repeat business, expanded engagements, and long-term partnerships.
Business Operations & Financial Performance- Establish and manage the PM/CM business plan, including revenue objectives, backlog development, staffing forecasts, and financial performance.
- Maintain visibility into the business development pipeline, anticipated awards, project backlog, resource requirements, and future growth opportunities.
- Develop pricing strategies, staffing approaches, and commercial structures that support competitive proposals and sustainable profitability.
- Monitor project financial performance, utilization, staffing efficiency, and overall practice profitability.
- Evaluate contract terms, delivery risks, and commercial commitments in coordination with appropriate organizational leadership.
- Provide regular reporting and strategic recommendations regarding practice performance, market opportunities, organizational needs, and growth initiatives.
What You Bring- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, or a related field; advanced degree or MBA preferred.
- Professional Engineer (PE) and/or Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
- Minimum of 15 years of relevant Power industry experience, including significant leadership experience within a utility, engineering or consulting firm, EPC, contractor, or similar organization.
- Proven experience pursuing, winning, and/or delivering significant client-facing PM/CM, Design-Build, programmatic, or on-call utility engagements.
- Strong understanding of the electric utility industry, including utility organizations, capital programs, procurement processes, project delivery models, and the challenges associated with executing complex infrastructure programs.
- Established relationships within the Power industry and demonstrated success developing trusted relationships with senior utility, EPC, contractor, and industry leaders.
- Demonstrated ability to identify new opportunities, develop new clients, expand existing accounts, and translate market opportunities into sustainable revenue growth.
- Experience with RFQs, RFPs, MSAs, alternative delivery models, strategic teaming arrangements, and contract negotiations.
- Proven ability to build and lead high-performing teams and establish the operational capabilities necessary to successfully deliver client work and support business growth.
- Strong understanding of program and project controls, including cost, schedule, risk, change management, performance reporting, and resource planning.
- Strong business and financial acumen, including experience with pipeline management, forecasting, budgeting, staffing, and project financial performance.
- Excellent executive-level communication, presentation, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to balance strategic growth responsibilities with hands-on operational and client leadership as the practice develops.
- Willingness to travel as needed.
- Must be able to pass a drug screen, background check, and have a satisfactory driving record in accordance with the company's driving policy.
What Success Looks Like- Establishing Pickett as a recognized and trusted provider of PM/CM services to utility and Power industry clients.
- Developing a strong and sustainable pipeline of PM/CM, Design-Build, programmatic, and on-call opportunities.
- Establishing new executive-level client relationships and expanding existing relationships into broader, long-term program opportunities.
- Expanding Pickett's Power client base and geographic presence within strategic utility markets.
- Converting strategic opportunities into meaningful backlog and sustainable revenue growth.
- Building a scalable PM/CM organization with the leadership, experience, processes, and resources required to successfully deliver client programs.
- Establishing a financially successful and scalable practice with strong revenue growth, profitability, and operational performance.
- Creating opportunities to integrate PM/CM with Pickett's engineering, survey, geospatial, siting, permitting, and other Power services to provide broader solutions to clients.
- Successfully delivering client programs with an emphasis on safety, quality, cost, schedule, communication, and client satisfaction.
- Developing long-term client relationships that lead to repeat work, expanded programs, and additional service opportunities.
Pickett offers an excellent employee benefits package including: - Competitive compensation with yearly performance reviews and discretionary annual bonuses
- 401(k) (Traditional & Roth plans) with a guaranteed employer match of 100% up to the first 3% and 50% on the next 2% (eligibility after 60 days)
- PTO (Paid Time Off) & 10 Paid Holidays
- VTO (Volunteer Time Off) of 4 hours each year (prorated during first year based on hire date)
- Tiered Health, Vision & Dental Insurance Options (eligibility after 30 days)
- Behavioral Medicine through Teladoc
- Short-Term Disability Insurance (Employer Paid)
- Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Education Reimbursement Opportunities
- Flexible and Dependent Benefits Plan
- Referral Bonuses
