AKP Recruiting

Project Manager - Distribution

AKP Recruiting  •  Houston, TX (Onsite)  •  3 months ago
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Project Manager - Distribution (Houston) 


Our Transmission & Distribution global practice is seeking a Project Manager to join our growing Distribution Modernization business in our South-Central Region. The Project Manager will manage, direct, and coordinate all aspects of work related to distribution engineering. Project Managers are expected to proactively grow client relationships into repeat business and expand service offerings. They will be responsible for the profit and loss of individual projects, successful completion of projects within specified dates, and establishing/maintaining a professional and satisfactory relationship with the client, subcontractors, regulatory agencies, and other project stakeholders. Additionally, the Project Manager will assist in pursuing new clients and maintaining existing clients with direct marketing efforts responsibilities. Office location to be Houston, Texas.
Primary responsibilities of the Project Manager will include:
  • Provide overall management of projects from concept to completion, including routing/siting, environmental, permitting, planning, estimating, engineering, right-of-way acquisition, project controls, procurement, construction administration, and closeout.
  • Leverage existing client relationships, create new client relationships, and focus on repeat work within each client account.
  • Serve as primary point of contact with clients.
  • Prepare proposals, assist in presentations, and participate in contract negotiations.
  • Develop and monitor project schedules, manage scope, and control project costs.
  • Own internal project financials (detailed, accurate project cost forecast and accruals), legal coordination, risk management, and change management.
  • Manage all aspects of project communication.
  • Develop and implement project policies and procedures, establish project controls systems, and implement project execution plans.
  • Work closely with the project team to ensure deliverables and services are provided to the client’s satisfaction and that projects follow internal QA/QC guidelines.
  • Report regularly on progress, cost and schedule metrics, procurement issues, safety or environmental concerns, design questions, potential impacts, and matters requiring support.
  • Work with department managers for appropriate project staffing and support the development of the Distribution team by assisting with hiring, training, and mentoring.
  • Travel to clients and project locations is expected.
  • All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
 
  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction, or related field from an accredited university.
  • Additional applicable experience may be substituted for the degree requirement.
  • Minimum of 7 years of progressive Distribution engineering experience, including 3 or more years of experience managing engineering projects. Completion of a master’s degree in a related field may be substituted for one year of experience.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. This position requires an individual capable of applying intensive and diversified knowledge of principles and practices to broad areas of assignments.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills. Must have the ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management, and clients.
  • Must have experience with the production of distribution design and construction documents.
  • Requires knowledge and experience working with the NESC code, as well as other industry codes and standards.
  • Must be capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered.
  • Demonstrate prior success in project management.
  • Proven ability to develop business and establish relationships with clients.
  • Professional Engineering (PE) registration preferred.
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred. 
  • Ability to travel.
  • Valid driver’s license required.
  • Previous consulting experience preferred.
EEO/Disabled/Veteran
Primary Location
 US-TX-Houston
Other Locations
 United States
Travel
 Yes, 20 % of the Time

AKP Recruiting

About AKP Recruiting

AKP Recruiting sets ourselves apart from other recruiting companies with our close-knit group of recruiters who are passionate and focused on building personal relationships with our clients and potential candidates. Not only will we go through an extensive and tedious process of finding our clients the perfect fit for their available position, but we’ll look below the surface to make sure a client and candidate’s decision to engage is for the long-haul.

Our team of recruiters at AKP Recruiting develops personal relationships with our clients and candidates by ensuring the fluidity of the workplace culture relative to the candidate’s values and goals for employment. We work closely with both our client and the candidate to provide necessary interview tips on both ends to make sure both parties are fully prepared to engage in a long term relationship with each other.

Our clients and candidates become family to our recruiters and we’re always here to assist in any way we can.

Industry
HR & Recruiting
Company Size
11-50 employees
Headquarters
Billings, mt
Year Founded
2012
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