Geothermal Project Manager

Big challenges need bold thinkers.

If you’re someone who sees problems as opportunities, you’ll thrive here. RESPEC is 100% employee-owned , which means we take ownership of every challenge. Here, your ideas drive real solutions. Since 1969, we’ve tackled complex challenges in energy transition, infrastructure resilience, digital transformation, and sustainability.

At RESPEC, you’ll work alongside clients to take on critical problems . Depending on your expertise, you might design infrastructure in remote locations, develop renewable energy solutions for global projects, or apply data-driven technology to improve mining and water systems.

We bring deep technical knowledge, real-world experience, and a commitment to work that matters. If you're looking for a place where your contributions have real impact, you’ll fit right in.

Job Description

RESPEC is seeking a motivated and client-focused Project Manager to join our Geothermal team. In this role, you will lead multidisciplinary projects from planning through execution and closeout, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. You will collaborate with technical experts, project teams, clients, and stakeholders to drive successful outcomes while building and maintaining strong client relationships.

The ideal candidate is a proactive leader who excels at coordinating teams, managing competing priorities, solving complex challenges, and driving successful project outcomes. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with technical experts, business leaders, and clients on impactful projects across a variety of markets and disciplines.

What You'll Do

As a Project Manager, you will:

• Lead projects through the full lifecycle, from project kickoff through closeout
• Develop and manage project scopes, schedules, budgets, staffing plans, and deliverables
• Coordinate multidisciplinary teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders across multiple offices and locations
• Monitor project performance and implement solutions to keep projects on track
• Serve as the primary day-to-day contact for clients, fostering strong relationships and clear communication
• Lead client meetings and provide regular updates on project progress, risks, schedules, budgets, and next steps
• Manage project financial performance, including forecasting, budgeting, billing, and profitability
• Identify and manage project risks, change orders, and contract modifications
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, contract requirements, and regulatory obligations
• Support business development efforts through proposal preparation, client presentations, and project pursuits
• Mentor and support team members while promoting a collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Contribute to continuous improvement by sharing best practices and lessons learned across teams

We do not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, geology, science, construction management, environmental science, business, or a related field from an accredited university
• 5+ years of progressively responsible consulting, engineering, technical, operational, or project management experience
• Demonstrated experience managing project scopes, schedules, budgets, risks, client communications, and multidisciplinary teams
• Experience serving as a client interface and successfully delivering projects from initiation through closeout
• Must possess a valid driver's license and maintain a clean driving record where business travel is required

Preferred

• Project Management Professional (PMP), professional registration, or applicable technical certification
• Experience with P6 scheduling software
• Geothermal experience

Additional Information

Compensation:  Compensation depends on experience and expertise. The typical salary range for this position is $100,000 to $125,000. Compensation includes a comprehensive fringe-benefits package. RESPEC is a 100 percent employee-owned company, and employees are eligible for participation in the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) after a qualifying period.

Featured benefits:

• Flexible Work Schedules
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401(k) & ESOP (with company match up to 4%)
• Professional Development and Training
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.