Electric Project Manager

Duration: 04-05 Months Contract with possible extension Job Description: Manages the planning, estimating, permitting, schedule, budget, risk analysis, material procurement, agreements for land, engineering services, prepares projects for bid process and assists with contractor selection, monitors field construction, and in-service facilitation and project close-out, of generation, renewable, distribution and/or transmission electric projects. Works with construction, engineering, IT, and operations stakeholders to ensure standards are followed to provide safe and reliable service to customers in an efficient, economical manner. Collaborates and strategizes with peers within companies and in industry to ensure cost effective project management that heightens the customer experience. Communicates both written and verbally with peers and leadership to provide updates and concerns. Responsibilities: Establishes effective scope, schedule, and cost baselines and drives change management to measure progress against plans and identifies when corrective actions are needed Works with Construction Management to provide safe, efficient, quality construction that complies with policies, practices, procedures and standards Collaboration between project managers, construction management, engineers, environmental, permitting, compliance, supply chain, and other project stakeholders, holding them accountable Completes construction projects that exceed customer expectations and meet all established project requirements Promote relationships with external municipalities and local authorities Understanding and management of project contracts Ensures timely and accurate schedule updates and invoicing Effective team relationships throughout field and office Project success is based on the ability to complete all projects in a safe, reliable, efficient manner, within the authorized budget, on time and with no significant environmental/regulatory notices, violations, or citations Monitors and communicates progress of projects related to baselined schedule/milestones, forecasted/approved spends, project status updates, material management, and land services requirements Constant monitoring and evaluation of project risks Experience/Qualification: Hydroelectric, SCADA, Electric Generation Automation, and/or Telecommunications experience. 5+ years’ experience managing electric construction related projects 3+ years’ experience working with project budgets and schedules Preferred Skills: Project Management Professional (PMP) certification Knowledge of electric system design and operations including construction and contract management, Proficiency with personal computers, construction scheduling software, Microsoft Excel, Power Point Presentations, and other computer software related to construction project management Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction, Project Management, or other related field of study About US Tech Solutions: US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit www.ustechsolutions.com. US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.