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Project Manager Substations

We are currently seeking a Project Manager preferable with a strong focus and background in Substation Projects (Engineering services). The candidate will manage multi-disciplinary teams for the coordination and completion of projects on time and within budget. This role oversees all aspects of projects, including bid process, setting budgets, project staffing, monitoring, and project execution (internal and client meetings, billing, scheduled deliverables, client follow-up, and close-out).

Duties

  • Consistently manage multiple projects.
  • Apply standard Project Management methodologies to execute projects in alignment with the Client's Management Systems (QMS, EMS, ISO, etc.), with a focus on risk management, quality deliverables, schedule adherence and regulatory compliance.
  • Plan and manage projects with complicated dependencies, multiple phases, duration of 6 to 24 months and/or moderate complexity or regulatory significance.
  • Lead and direct engineering team meetings providing status, facilitating change controls, and managing resources for projects.
  • Participate and oversee team member review and acceptance of client deliverables ensuring that deliverables meet quality and schedule expectations.
  • Experience in design and construction administration, utility design/engineering and direct management of construction projects in Transmission, Distribution, and Substations is desired.
  • Oversee the planning of work to ensure optimal integration and coordination of both internal and external resources to facilitate timely delivery of services.
  • Interface with various levels of client staff and management from the project team, contractors, engineers, government agencies, and Client representatives. Should be comfortable interfacing with all levels of management.
  • Train/Mentor less experienced staff.
  • Prepare and adapt tools and techniques to facilitate efficient project execution.

Requirements

  • Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering, or related field
  • An Associate’s Degree plus minimum 7 years directly related experience may be considered
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification from PMI or the ability to obtain within six months of hire
  • Experience with Quality Management System standards
  • Competencies:
    • Process Driven
    • Self-Motivated
    • Attention to Detail
    • Effective written communicator
    • Effective verbal communicator
    • Dynamic problem solving skills
    • Skilled Delegator
    • Team Contributor
    • Team Motivation
    • Skilled Negotiator
  • 3-7 years of related Project Management experience on Engineering services is desired.
  • Work Environment:
    • This job operates in a professional office environment, multicultural and an inclusive culture. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and filing cabinets (home office alternate option).
    • Travel:
    • May require periodic site visits
    • Travel < 20%

Salary Range: $90,000 - $113,000 per year
The specific salary offered may be influenced by a variety of factors including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, education, and work location.

Benefits

Body, mind, and wallet—LaBella’s benefits support a holistic approach to your health and wellness, creating the foundation for physical, mental, and financial well-being. Our benefit offerings cover the must-haves (healthcare and retirement), the just-in-cases (insurances and employee assistance programs), and the cherry-on-tops (fitness reimbursements, year-end incentive pay, and tuition assistance). Visit our website for more details on benefits listed below.

  • Flexible Work Schedule
  • Health/Dental Insurance
  • 401k Plan with Employer Match
  • Short & Long Term Disability
  • Profit Sharing
  • Paid Time Off
  • Leadership Development Program
  • Fitness Reimbursement
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Referral Bonus Program
  • Wellness Program
  • Team Building Events
  • Community Service Events

What this application asks

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First name, Last name, Email, Phone, Address, Are you legally eligible to be employed in the United States? (Proof of identity and eligibility will be required upon employment), Will you, now or in the future require sponsorship by LaBella Associates? (In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required I-9 employment eligibility verification document upon hire.), Are you at least 18 years or older? (If no, you may be required to provide authorization to work), Are you able to perform the essential functions of the job for which you are applying, with or without a reasonable accommodation?, If you answered no to the question above, please explain., Have you previously worked at LaBella Associates?, Are you represented by yourself or an external recruiting agency?, If you answered "I am represented by an external recruiting agency" to the question above, please name the agency., Were you referred by a current employee? If yes, please provide their name., Have you ever worked for AVANGRID or any of the following Operating Companies (Central Maine Power Company, United Illuminating, New York State Electric and Gas or Rochester Gas and Electric)?, If you answered "yes" to previously working at Avangrid, please enter your former Avangrid Manager's name., Education, Experience, Summary, Resume, Desired salary, Cover letter

  • Rate your experience level with Microsoft Office (Project, Word, Excel, Powerpoint). choose one
  • Do you have a bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or related field? yes / no
  • For this position, how many years of work-related experience do you have? choose one
  • Do you have a Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification from PMI or the ability to obtain within 6-12 months of hire? choose one
  • Rate your experience level with project management. choose one

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