Hydropower Project Manager

Job Description

Job Description

GIG Integrated Water Resource Management / Generation Industrial and Government

This position is not eligible for recruiting or sourcing by outside parties.

Disclaimer : Be cautious and only respond to emails from our “mesainc.com” domain. We will never ask for sensitive information, such as bank account details, SSN, etc., via email. If you receive any communication asking for such information, it is not from Mesa. For any concerns, or to verify the authenticity of a message, please contact us through our official channels.

Mesa seeks an experienced project manager that is capable of leading and supporting projects across a wide variety of civil, environmental, and water resources engineering applications, including Hydrology & Hydraulic analysis and modeling, hydropower and Pumped Storage Hydro (PSH) system analysis, precipitation/flood hazard safety review, and critical infrastructure assessment. This person will follow an in-office or hybrid schedule at our Knoxville location. 

What We’re Looking for

• Bachelor or Master of Science

• 6-8 years of experience in hydrologic and hydraulic (H&H) modeling, water resources engineering, environmental and economic data analysis, and project management, project lifecycle (initiation through closeout).

• Engineering-In-Training Certificate, preferably P.E.

• Ability to perform broad range of supervisory responsibilities over Project Engineers and Engineers.
• Possess strong verbal and written communications skills.
• Ability to coordinate with and interface with clients, vendors, engineers, colleagues, and other electric utilities personnel.
• Possesses strong interpersonal skills to build relationships and work effectively with clients, peers, and affiliates.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, scheduling software and possesses working software Hydrology & Hydraulics modeling knowledge such as: HEC-HMS, HEC-RAS, FLO-2D. Some knowledge in project management software and corporate accounting practices and business operations.
• Possess willingness to develop, promote and comply with Mesa safety requirements.
• Possesses ability to understand and implement new processes/procedures regarding Project, Program and Portfolio management.
• Willingness to acquire knowledge about the Project Management Institute (PMI’s) standard for Organizational Project Management (OPM).

 

What You’ll Do

• General :

  • Works under the direction of Senior Management (e.g., Director, Vice President).
  • Communicates effectively with client stakeholders on a regular basis including keeping clients informed of issues that could adversely affect project execution across various management areas and/or phases of the project lifecycle
  • Coordinate/Communicate with Peers – Must be able to effectively integrate and work in a team environment.

  Project Delivery :

  • Will work to manage and coordinate multiple and simultaneous project efforts and business initiatives in a programmatic way.
  • Must be able to manage to the task at hand while maintaining vision and direction towards the larger goal.

  Business Development :

  • Proactively communicates and promotes Mesa capabilities/strengths to new and existing customers.
  • Interfacing with potential or existing clients, listens for and seeks out new projects that may exist or are being formulated.
  • Maintain relationships with existing or potential clients.
  • Meets regularly with key clients to discuss current/future projects, evaluate Mesa performance, and identify other business opportunities either with current clients or through referrals.
  • Provides management and leadership support by leveraging project selection and execution success to achieve strategic objectives.

 

What You’ll Earn

• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Pay – 10 Days Annually
• Group Medical/Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance (Company Paid)
• Disability Insurance (Company Paid)
• 401(K) Retirement Savings plan
• 401(K) Matching Contribution
• Section 125/Cafeteria Plan
• Long Term Care Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Fitness Center Reimbursement
• Annual Performance Bonus
• 9/80 Work Schedule Option

 

Notice to External Search Firms: Mesa Associates, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Mesa Associates, Inc. Talent Acquisition engages with approved search firms directly for specific hiring needs.