Job Description

The Opportunity

Ulteig and its affiliated companies are hiring for a 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 engineering projects cost-effectively and in accordance with requirements and standards as outlined in the project contract(s) for medium-to-large size projects.

**Please note that resumes must be submitted in English for the application to be considered**

What You’ll Do

Project Management

• Provide strategic management and leadership for multiple projects.
• Lead medium-to-large engineering projects from initiation through close-out for the Power Lifeline Sector.
• Manage all aspects of project execution, including scope, stakeholder management, schedule, budget, and quality.
• Lead internal and external project meetings, including progress reviews and problem-solving sessions.
• Develop and implement project plans, including risk management and mitigation strategies.
• Ensure that all project deliverables meet quality standards and client expectations.
• Ensure availability or seek out adequate resources to support the project.
• Competent in analyzing problems, identifying alternative solutions, projecting consequences of proposed actions, and implementing recommendations to support project scope, schedule, and cost objectives.

Collaboration & Communication

• Function as the key project representative for clients, providing regular updates on project status and addressing any concerns.
• Manages a collaborative project team to ensure each key functional project discipline is meeting the planned project scope, schedule, and cost.
• Lead overall project – coaching, conflict resolution, facilitation, motivation and negotiation
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Work collaboratively with the Project Management Team to ensure project schedules and costs are managed and tracked to plan.
• Maintain customer focus to meet or exceed customer expectations and represent Ulteig professionally and courteously.

Schedule & Cost Planning

• 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 Ulteig governance policies and procedures for project success.

Team Effectiveness

• Demonstrates excellent leadership, verbal/written communications, time management, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Achieves results by problem-solving, setting priorities, and organizing.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure that technical aspects of the project are properly managed.
• Ensure that best practices are shared and implemented effectively across projects and teams
• Strive for individual excellence by seeking challenges and self-development, demonstrating high levels of expertise, and showing commitment, self-confidence, and integrity.
• Additional duties may include tasks beyond what is listed, such as special projects, assisting colleagues, or new initiatives. A willingness to adapt to changing priorities and support team efforts enhances collaboration and growth opportunities.

What We Expect from You

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, Business Administration, or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of direct project management experience, with at least 3 years in an engineering environment, power industry experience preferred.
• Technical engineering knowledge, with the ability to understand and coordinate solutions for complex engineering challenges required.
• PE, PMP, CCM, or equivalent certification preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and project management software (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, Planview Adaptive Work), with intermediate understanding and experience of scheduling and cost planning.
• Experience with Microsoft Dynamics (Finance & Operations)
• Ability to work in a hybrid mode schedule; 3 days in the office, 2 days from home.
• Must possess strong verbal and written English communication skills (CEFR level B2–C1). You should be comfortable articulating complex ideas and collaborating effectively within a global professional environment.
• Must have authorization to work legally in Costa Rica for any employer.

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 members, 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 75 years. Working at Ulteig is more than a job; it means you will have the opportunity to make a difference by creating and solving for a sustainable future. We realize that a huge part of our success has relied heavily on the dedication and focus of our workforce; this is why we make investing in our employees a top priority. Being 100% employee-owned means 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's footprint spans the country and leverages its expertise with a wide range of public and private clients.

At Ulteig, we deeply care and listen to the needs of our team to ensure they are comfortable and have the necessary tools to be productive, whether they choose to work remotely, hybrid, or in the office. We strive to allow a balance and separation between home and work life and provide support and a flexible working schedule so that employees are able to focus on what's important to them. Our offices are currently open, and employees have the option of accessing them to work. We will continue to monitor and respond to COVID-19 proactively to ensure the safety of our valued employees.

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

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Additional Opportunity Details:

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.

Notice to Recruiters and Staffing Agencies: To protect the interests of all parties, Ulteig, nor any of its affiliated companies, will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate or an approved vendor that has a written and signed agreement in place with Ulteig. Please do not contact or forward resumes to our company employees or locations. Any unsolicited resumes will be considered Ulteig property. Ulteig is not responsible for any charges or fees related to unsolicited resumes.