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Head of Project Management

$100.02k - $152.81k

Sargent & Lundy

Overview

This position allows for a hybrid arrangement with a mix of work from home and in the office. The position offers the opportunity to manage the execution of multiple transmission, substation, and distribution projects, coordinating with multiple internal and external departments to oversee the life cycle of capital project execution.

Responsibilities

Project execution, contract administration, planning, and resource management

Ownership of all aspects of project performance, including safety, schedule, budget, reporting, and client experience throughout the project life cycle

Accountability for all phases of the project life cycle from initiation through close out

Managing and directing the project team to ensure accountability; mentoring and coaching team members

Developing and maintaining a positive working relationship with client functional leads and stakeholders

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

Supporting the reporting of key performance indicators for schedule, budget, and other dashboard items

Identifying and controlling construction risk

Recognizing, identifying, tracking, and controlling change

Communicating and consulting with appropriate stakeholders and supervisors

Preparing reports that present project information clearly and concisely to meet client requirements

Analyzing issues and providing solutions to improve results

Qualifications

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

7+ years of experience in project management of utility, construction, engineering, or other relevant experience

Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary teams

Experience in capital project management

Experience serving as a firm/client liaison in a support or lead role

Ability to multitask and manage multiple competing priorities is critical to success

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Ability to work in a collaborative team setting

A high school diploma or GED

Comfortable with approximately 10-25% domestic travel

Valued But Not Required Skills And Experience

BS in construction management, business, engineering, or similar degree

Engineering design experience is a plus

PMP certification is a plus

Construction/field knowledge or experience is a plus

Benefits

Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision

Life & Accident Insurance

Disability Coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Back-Up Daycare

FSA & HSA

401(k)

Pre-Tax Commuter Account

Merit Scholarship Program

Employee Discount Program

Corporate Charitable Giving Program

Tuition Assistance

First Professional Licensure Bonus

Employee Referral Bonus

Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Paid Bereavement LeaveFlexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range: $100,019 - $152,807

Transparency Statement

Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.

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