Senior Project Manager - Power

The Opportunity

Ulteig is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Senior Project Manager for the Power Lifeline Sector. As leader of the project team, you will be responsible for managing the day-to-day execution of Client projects in a cost-effective manner and in accordance with requirements and standards as set forth in the project contract(s) for our most complex and large-scale projects. Your advanced technical knowledge and extensive project management experience will be pivotal in guiding projects to successful completion. Location Requirement: Candidates must currently reside in the Denver, CO metropolitan area. This position is not open to remote work outside of the Denver market.

What You’ll Do

Project Management

• Lead large, multi-disciplinary Transmission and Substation projects from initiation through close-out for Clients
• Manage all aspects of project execution, including scope, stakeholder management, schedule, budget, and quality
• Critical coordination of highly matrixed project execution teams to ensure resources are focused on the right activity at the right time to meet project schedule
• Lead project meetings, including progress reviews and problem-solving sessions
• Ensure that all project deliverables meet quality standards and client expectations
• Ensure availability or seeks out adequate resources to support the project
• Develop and implement detailed project plans, including risk management and mitigation strategies
• Proficient in analyzing problems, identifying alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions and implementing recommendations to support project scope, schedule, and cost objectives
• Support governance processes that enable consistent execution across transmission projects and programs.
• Support annual planning, organizational initiatives, and strategic business priorities

Collaboration & Communications

• Function as the key project representative for clients, providing regular updates on project status and addressing any concerns
• Lead overall project, coaching, conflict resolution, facilitation, motivation, and negotiation
• Communicate with Senior Leadership, clients and stakeholders, providing regular updates on project status and addressing any concerns
• Work collaboratively with the Project Management Team to ensure project schedules and costs are managed and tracked to plan
• Ensure that project timelines are maintained and milestones are met
• Monitor project progress and take corrective actions to keep projects on schedule, along with keeping the project plan up-to-date
• Monitor and control project budgets to prevent overspending
• Keep track of all financial transactions related to the project
• Monitor and control project costs

Project Reporting & Compliance

• Monitor ongoing project health and track key metrics
• Adhere to Client governance policies and procedures for project success
• Apply a deep understanding of contract strategy with both prime and client agreements to ensure alignment and successful project execution
• Develop and distribute recurring operational and portfolio reports.
• Compile leadership KPIs, scorecards, and performance dashboards.
• Support preparation of executive reporting packages and business reviews
• Generate ad hoc analyses and reports to support leadership decision-making

Team Effectiveness

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Demonstrates excellent leadership, verbal/written communications, time management, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Ensure that best practices are shared and implemented effectively across projects and teams.
• Deeply understands business objectives and stakeholder needs
• Provide training and support to all project team members to enhance their skills and knowledge
• Coordinate leadership team meetings, portfolio reviews, and strategic planning sessions.

Professionalism and Client Focused

• Achieves results by problem solving, setting priorities, and organization
• Maintains customer focus to meet or exceed customer expectations and represent Ulteig in a professional and courteous manner
• Strives for individual excellence by seeking challenges and self-development, demonstrating high levels of expertise, and showing commitment, self-confidence, and integrity
• Support the execution of transmission capital programs and associated business operations.
• Track key portfolio commitments, milestones, and deliverables.

What We Expect from You

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, Business Administration, or equivalent experience.
• 10+ years of project management experience, with 5 years of experience in the power industry preferred
• Technical knowledge, with the ability to understand and coordinate solutions for complex challenges preferred
• PE, PMP, CCM or equivalent certification preferred
• Demonstrated leadership skills and a proven track record of managing multi-disciplinary teams, including project and/or program management, services, engineering, operations, and procurement
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera), with advanced understanding and experience of scheduling and cost planning
• Travel to clients’ facilities for field visits and client meetings monthly (25%)
• Demonstrates openness to innovation by embracing and applying evolving technology and AI tools to enhance workflows, solve problems, and drive continuous improvement
• Must have authorization to work permanently in the U.S.

As you consider applying for a position at Ulteig, we encourage you to think outside the box – because we do! You might not meet 100% of the skills listed in a description, but we are committed to hiring people with exceptional talent, ability and potential, and then creating an environment where they can become the best versions of themselves. We don’t want to miss out on the possibility of speaking with the next outstanding Ulteig team member, so please apply if you think this role is a great match for your unique skills and strengths. And, yes, relevant military experience is absolutely considered for transitioning service members.

What You Can Expect from Ulteig

Ulteig is a purpose driven organization that has built a culture focused on people – both our clients and our employees –for over 80 years. Working at Ulteig is more than a job, opening opportunities to make an impact by creating and solving for a sustainable future. We recognize our success relies heavily on the dedication and focus of our workforce; this is why we make investing in our employees a top priority. We prioritize flexibility and staying connected to meet your needs and help you achieve your goals. We value your unique perspective, respect your individuality and celebrate your contributions. At Ulteig, we take our own success and the success of our clients personally.

We offer our team members:

• Flexible Workplace
• Employee Ownership
• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Collaborative Environment
• Innovative Culture

Our vision is to be the most trusted partners transforming our world’s critical infrastructure. Ulteig connects people and resources to develop compelling, integrated solutions across multiple Lifeline Sectors®, including Power, Renewables, Transportation and Water. Ulteig is a trusted partner in engineering North America’s essential infrastructure and leverages its expertise with a wide range of public and private clients.

At Ulteig, we care deeply about our team, listening to their needs and ensuring they have the tools necessary to be productive whether they choose to work remotely, hybrid or in office. Regardless of where you work, you are empowered to build a workday that best suits your strengths. We strive to ensure a balance and separation between home and work life. We support a flexible working schedule so employees are able to focus on what's important to them.

If you would like to be a part of a company that empowers their employees, apply today!

Ulteig is a Drug Free Workplace

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Additional Opportunity Details:

Target Base Compensation Range for this role is $130,400 - $176,500

* Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary include your job specific skills, education, training, job location, number of years of experience related to this role and comparison to other employees already in this role

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 60 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

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