Head of Engineering and Project Management

HBK Engineering, LLC is a fully licensed, professional engineering design firm headquartered in Chicago, IL with a staff approaching 700 individuals. HBK provides civil, environmental, structural, electrical, subsurface utility, construction support services and permitting facilitation. That "industry-recognized" performance has propelled our expansion and the ability to provide engineering services in all 50 states. With 25 offices nationwide, including concentrations in the Midwest and on the Coasts, HBK brings together a dedicated team whose main focus is the design and protection of utilities and utility networks. We have successfully performed engineering work for a complete spectrum of utility infrastructure projects providing solutions and construction support from Coast to Coast in areas ranging from complex urban city centers, to rural greenfields, to limited access rights-of-way. In July 2020, HBK Engineering was acquired by Quanta Services. Quanta Services provides infrastructure services for electric power, pipeline, and communications industries and employees over 50,000 people. Quanta’s focus on the utility industry and HBK’s focus on constructability in our designs has made our integration into the Quanta family of companies seamless.

A Project Manager at HBK Engineering is a position that leads project teams consisting of engineers, designers, and field personnel involved in the design, modification, analysis, and constructability of new and existing utility systems. This executive-level role involves working on challenging assignments that include investigating, troubleshooting, and solving a wide variety of engineering and construction-related issues while coordinating utility design and relocation efforts on behalf of utility infrastructure owners. The position requires preparing, reviewing, and approving proposals, contracts, and cost estimates while serving as team lead in coordinating detailed design phases for all aspects of utility engineering work. Office location: Lead project teams consisting of engineers, designers, and field personnel involved in design, modification, analysis, and constructability of new and existing utility systems

Coordinate utility design and relocation efforts on behalf of utility infrastructure owners

Coordinate design activities to ensure installation and operations comply with specifications, codes, and client requirements

Perform independent reviews of work performed by project teams for quality assurance

Lead efforts to ensure projects are completed satisfactorily, on time, and within budget

Manage, develop, mentor, and evaluate resources within the organization

Train project coordinators and senior project coordinators in project management best practices

Travel as needed for project requirements and client meetings

Control expenditures to meet budget allocations and financial targets

Create proposals in coordinated effort with project team leadership, contractors, and other key team members

Provide project team leadership through completion of project financial accruals and forecasts

Identify and resolve project/program budget, forecast, and authorization concerns early and develop resolutions to meet required project metrics

Monitor and resolve program financial risks and opportunities and provide detailed analysis of variances to budget, quarterly plan, and month-over-month variance analysis.

Required a Bachelor's degree from an accredited program

Required 5+ years of relevant project managment experience

CAPM or PMP licensure preferred

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required

Proficiency in Project Management Software

Experience in leading an engineering design team through all phases of project designs

Contract negotiation and management experience

Financial management and budget control capabilities

Leadership and team management skills

Ability to work for prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Project Management role leading diverse teams of engineers, designers, and field personnel

Leadership responsibility for challenging engineering and construction projects with complex problem-solving requirements

Strategic involvement in utility design and relocation coordination for infrastructure owners

Professional development in contract negotiation and client relationship management

Leadership opportunities in training and mentoring project coordinators and senior staff

Advanced responsibility for financial management, budget control, and variance analysis

Strategic oversight of project teams through all phases of design and implementation

Client interface responsibilities at the executive level for technical reporting and communication

Clear executive career progression pathway within the HBK Organization's Project Management Track

Professional certification support for CAPM/PMP credentials

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability and employer paid life insurance. In addition, all full-time roles are also eligible for 401(k) retirement plan with company match, paid time off and holidays. Tuition reimbursement and other role specific company paid professional development opportunities are also available.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.

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