Power & Utility Project Manager

Power & Utility Project Manager
Department: Facilities
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Wilkes-Barre, PA
Description
We Are Borton-Lawson, a Verdantas Company!
In 2023 Borton-Lawson became a Verdantas Company, providing clients with environmental and sustainable infrastructure solutions. The two companies combined workforces to expand their national footprint of engineers, architects, surveyors, biologists, laboratory specialists, and registered drone pilots together. Supporting its clients with exceptional, high-quality, value-added services and sustainable solutions that consistently exceed expectations. It's a rare opportunity to get to shape the evolution of a company emerging in the AEC industry. Be a part of building the next great comprehensive consulting firm with business optimizing technology, environmental, energy, water, transportation, energy, and civil infrastructures.
We are seeking a Power & Utility Project Managerto lead and monitor design functions for various power clients and projects in the electric transmission, distribution, substation, and generation markets. The qualified candidate must be able to lead a project team through the conceptual, preliminary, final design, and construction phases of a project while building successful working relationships with clients and approval agencies. BL provides a collaborative and flexible work environment that promotes creativity and use of various engineering technologies (GIS, Drones, 3-D design, BIM/CIM modeling, & Digital As-Builts). Projects could include planning project extents (limits, permits, constructability, estimated costs, etc) and/or multi-discipline design (survey, environmental, and civil engineering) leadership and 3rd party project coordination. This position is hybrid and can be local to Wilkes-Barre or Bethlehem, PA.
Responsibilities:

• Development of the project plan including project scope of work and WBS (Work Breakdown Structure) for complex multi-discipline based projects
• Manage project execution including project scope, schedule, budget, and project resources including external vendors, consultants, and contractors
• Effectively track and stabilize projects, implement solutions to obstacles, and ensure client goals are achieved
• Attend client meetings and communicate concerns and changes with the client in order to ensure a positive relationship and growth opportunities
• Prepare preliminary designs and budgetary estimates
• Lead the development of plans, specifications, studies, estimates, material lists, and other deliverables
• Ensure team adherence to QA/QC program
• Prepare technical reports and correspondence for project designs and studies
• Drive safety initiatives
• Responsible for operational efficiency including minimizing outstanding WIP and A/R by ensuring client milestones, budgets, and expectations are met
• Assist in the preparation and/or monitoring of complex schedules to ensure the timely completion of the work
• Engages in business development efforts and prepares responses to Requests for Proposals

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, environmental, engineering management, or relevant discipline
• 5-10 years of experience with electric power systems and/or industry practices
• Proficiency with project management and financial analysis tools
• Strong writing, documentation, communication, and leadership skills
• A Professional Engineering License is required
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus

Benefits:

• Flexible Work Environment
• Paid Parental Leave
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off + Holidays