Project Manager, Power Delivery

Project Manager

Since 1980, CobbFendley has been committed to providing innovative engineering and surveying solutions with the goal of bettering communities. Our multi-discipline approach allows for the efficient completion of projects through experienced staff who focus on client communication. We are always seeking talented and qualified professionals to enhance our ability to provide clients with exceptional service.

Are you ready to join our team and advance your career? At CobbFendley, people are our most valued resource. We offer:

• New Hire Program: We understand changing jobs can be intimidating, CobbFendley has established a program geared specifically to the successful onboarding and integration of new hires into the firm
• Development Opportunities: Professional and personal growth through innovative in-house training and collaborative resources
• Compensation + Benefits: Competitive compensation package with comprehensive benefits including 401(k) Matching and Profit-sharing Contributions; Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance; Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance; Employer Funded and Voluntary Life Insurance; Tuition Reimbursement; and Continuing Education Programs
• Paid Parental Leave: FMLA-eligible employees will receive fully paid leave in the amounts of eight (8) weeks for maternity cases and two (2) weeks for paternity or adoptions cases
• Winter Holiday: Extended office closure from December 25 through January 1 to relax and enjoy the holidays
• Community Engagement: CobbFendley Cares focuses on STEM Education, Hunger Relief, and Sustainable Solutions

CobbFendley is seeking an experienced Project Manager in our Atlanta, Georgia office.

Experience + Knowledge Skills Ability (KSA)

Proficient: Solid understanding and substantial experience; capable of working independently and efficiently. 10+ years of relevant and professional experience within a discipline, including proven performance as a Project Manager II. Direct experience working within Georgia Power or another electric utility provider in the state of Georgia, or managing projects for these utility clients, is strongly preferred.

• Knowledge of project management methodologies and lifecycle, industry standards, city, state, and federal rules and regulations, tools and software (i.e., Microsoft suite, Vantagepoint, Smartsheet, etc.), and quality management required.
• Skills including leadership, communication, time, risk, quality and financial management, negotiation, and problem-solving required.
• Ability to think strategically, adapt to competing priorities, execute and delegate, communicate and collaborate, and perform tasks with a high level of accuracy required

Complexity + Decision-Making Authority

1. Responsible for the success of projects of moderate to large scope. Must be listed as a Project Manager in Vantagepoint and must be responsible for direct invoicing and billing to clients.
2. Independently performs all assignments and escalates critical project decisions to supervisor.

Responsibilities

1. Financial Management

• Utilize weekly budget report and project report to monitor progress on projects, review of accounts receivable (A/R) report and staff utilization. Discuss staff utilization with the Senior Project Manager(s).
• Prepare scope of work (SOW), Levels of Effort (LOE) and schedules for projects. Identify out of scope requests and prepare proposals for additional authorizations.
• Responsible for collection of invoices from clients including escalations for past due invoices.

2. Corporate Compliance + Risk Assessment

• Ensure completion of the contract and subcontract review process through the Contracts Department and appropriate filing and adhere to jurisdictional requirements and company-established signature matrix protocol.
• Review of the initial contract terms and conditions, request client contract modifications. Knowledge of 5 contract review modifications including indemnification (duty to defend), standard of care, insurance requirements, warranty, and payment terms*
• General understanding of contract payment terms and company-wide fees and negotiation strategies.
• Follow company-established QA/QC process including project kick off and project safety plans.
• Capable of identifying preclusions on pursuits and teaming opportunities.

3. Communication + Collaboration

• Held accountable for communications and collaboration such as ensuring that messages and information are not only received but understood and acted upon appropriately within the department, other disciplines and regions, and corporate resources.
• Able to articulate project requirements timelines, and deliverables, and corporate directives, in a concise and clear manner.
• Responsible for the completion of meeting minutes and documentation to respective parties.
• Assist with and provide guidance to marketing for requests for qualifications (RFQ), proposals, interview prep, teaming, resumes, etc.
• Capable of writing project approaches for RFQ for marketing pursuits.

4. Client + Internal Satisfaction

• Adhere to project schedules set by the client and keep clients informed of any potential delays and prepare/address mitigation plans.
• Be responsive and accessible, anticipate needs and proactively offer solutions, address complex problems and concerns timely, and follow up to ensure satisfaction post-resolution.
• Develop a positive, professional rapport with multiple clients.

5. People Development

• Provide feedback on staff performance to management periodically including for annual evaluation and recruiting project team members.
• Delegates work to, trains, mentors, junior-level staff and other entry level project managers to complete assignments.

6. Technical

a. Work on projects that include the following scopes:

• Engineering conclusions
• Wire/Cable sizing
• Transformer sizing
• Field staking
• Ruling span calculations
• Best design practices
• Fuse coordination
• Material development
• Pole loading analysis
• Property/ROW considerations
• Technical specifications
• Systems master planning
• Fuse coordination
• PS&E creation
• TxDOT reimbursement
• P&P review

b. Utilize the following software applications to complete project work:

• O-Calc Knowledge/Pole Foreman Knowledge
• Client Specific software

CobbFendley Characteristics

• We Collaborate with a professional attitude making communication a priority.
• We Commit to maintaining a safe and inclusive work environment, with a focus on accountability.
• We Build Communities by fulfilling our responsibilities with integrity that is consistent with industry standards.

Physical/Cognitive Requirements + Environmental Factors

Most work is performed in a professional office environment. Some trips to client offices and outdoor environments for observations will be required.

• Seated and Standing Position. Extended periods of sitting and standing in an upright position at a workstation.
• Mobility. Movement within the office and job sites, including navigating between floors, workstations, and outdoor environments with potential for uneven surfaces.
• Neck Movement. Forward flexion, extension, or lateral rotation of the head and neck while using multiple computer screens.
• Repetitive Motion. Repetitive finger movements for operating a computer mouse and typing on a keyboard.
• Arm Movement. Extending hands and arms in various directions, such as overhead, below the waist, forward, or laterally.
• Object Handling. Raising or lowering objects from one level to another and transporting objects by holding them in the hands, arms, or over the shoulder.
• Cognitive Requirements. Selective attention, oral comprehension, oral expression, speech recognition, speech clarity, written comprehension, written expression, problem sensitivity, deductive reasoning, inductive reasoning, number facility, information ordering, category flexibility, flexibility of closure, fluency of ideas, and originality.
• Office Conditions. Includes extensive use of electronic devices such as computers, printers, copiers, scanners, plotters, and telephones. Additionally, tasks may involve the use of cutting tools and equipment like rotary paper cutters and plotting devices.
• Outdoor Conditions. Includes walking and climbing on uneven surfaces, confined spaces, and exposure to extreme weather conditions (heat and freezing temperatures). Potential exposure to high noise levels and various allergens,