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[Remote] Lead Project Manager - Substation & Transmission

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Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Sargent & Lundy is a company that offers opportunities to manage the execution of multiple transmission, substation, and distribution projects. The Lead Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing project execution, contract administration, and resource management while ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, and within budget.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for project execution, contract administration, planning and resource management
  • Take ownership for all aspects of project performance including safety, schedule, budget, reporting and client experience through entire project life cycle
  • Accountable for all phases of the project life cycle from initiation, planning, execution, monitoring/controlling, and close out
  • Manage and direct the project team to ensure accountability; mentor and coach team members
  • Develop and maintain a positive working relationship with client functional leads and stakeholders
  • Lead efforts to ensure projects are completed safely, satisfactorily, on time, and within budget
  • Support the reporting of key performance indicators for schedule, budget and other dashboard items
  • Identify and control construction risk
  • Recognize, identify, track and control change
  • Communicate and consult with appropriate stakeholders and supervisors
  • Prepare reports that project information in a clear and concise manner and meet client requirements
  • Analyze issues and provide solutions to improve results

Skills

  • 15+ years of experience in Project Management of Utility, Construction, Engineering, or other relevant experience
  • Proven experience managing multi-disciplinary teams
  • Experience in capital project management
  • Experience with serving as a firm/client liaison in a support or lead role
  • Ability to multitask and manage multiple competing priorities is critical to success
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to work in a collaborative team setting
  • A high school diploma or GED
  • Comfortable with approximately 10-25% domestic travel
  • A BS in Construction Management, Business, Engineering, or similar degree
  • Engineering design experience is a plus
  • PMP Certification is a plus
  • Construction/field knowledge or experience is a plus

Benefits

  • Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
  • Life & Accident Insurance
  • Disability Coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Back-Up Daycare
  • FSA & HSA
  • 401(k)
  • Pre-Tax Commuter Account
  • Merit Scholarship Program
  • Employee Discount Program
  • Corporate Charitable Giving Program
  • Tuition Assistance
  • First Professional Licensure Bonus
  • Employee Referral Bonus
  • Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Bereavement Leave
  • Flexible Work Arrangements
  • Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.

Company Overview

  • Sargent & Lundy is a power generated company that provides technical expertise and integration for global use. It was founded in 1891, and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is http://www.sargentlundy.com.
  • Company H1B Sponsorship

  • Sargent & Lundy has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 11 in 2025, 3 in 2024, 6 in 2023, 5 in 2022. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.
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