Job Description
The Project Manager will be a collaborative member of the Project Management team within the Energy Services division of the Service Delivery business unit.
The Project Manager will be in charge of managing a key project from a mid-point of execution through completion. The Project Manager will lead internal cross-functional teams inclusive of technicians, engineers, and project support staff to keep project implementation on-time and on-budget. The Project Manager will deliver positive results for our clients, help improve internal business processes, and deliver a high standard of professional service.
The ideal candidate is comfortable leading, managing, and working independently, as necessary. They possess an entrepreneurial spirit, but a collaborative approach to executing and achieving goals. They are eager to learn, demonstrate outstanding communication skills, and model accountability.
PRIMARY DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES
- This role requires 3-5 days per week on site, with optional hybrid days based on project execution
- Manage a customer-facing HVAC improvement project from mid-execution through closeout
- Guide and direct internal and external stakeholders to deliver high quality results
- Coordinate with customer on an ongoing basis, schedule meetings, answer questions, and be their main point of contact
- Track project performance
- Maintain, track, and report on project budgets, revenue, payment schedules, and progress billing
- Manage stakeholder expectations
- Evaluate, monitor, and control risk factors
- Improve internal processes related to customer engagement, project tracking and budgeting
- Conduct difficult conversations and manage customer expectations
- Manage subcontractors as required by the project
- Coordinate and work closely with the PMO
Education / Experience / Background
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Management or other related fields required. Strong candidates with an Associates degree in related field will be also be considered.
- 4-5+ years of experience in Project Management and / or Construction Management required
- Energy experience preferred
- Construction experience preferred
- HVAC and / or BMS / controls experience preferred
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
- Strong communication skills to coordinate with clients, team members, vendors and management
- Advanced use of Microsoft Office tools
- Outstanding organizational and time management skills
- Detailed knowledge of technical project management tools and methodologies (e.g. Trello, SmartSheet, JIRA, MS Project, etc.)
Required Certification / Licenses / Training
CAPM, PMP, and / or CEM Certifications greatly preferred
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