Project Manager, Utilities Asset Management
Company: WithersRavenel
Location: Cary
Posted on: August 3, 2022
Job Description:
DescriptionDo you have a passion for excellence? WithersRavenel
is looking for individuals that have a drive for client
satisfaction, collaboration and community. Your reward for your
commitment? OWNERSHIP. As a 100% employee-owned company, every
employee is also an owner-which adds a powerful and unique
dimension to our vibrant company culture. Bring your talent and
collaborative spirit and join our growing team of employee owners
at WithersRavenel!
Asset Management Project Managers are responsible and accountable
for systematic and consistent execution of projects which may
include the supervision and management of people, resources, and
clients for the mutual success of our Clients, Department, and
Company. Responsibilities include coordination, communication, and
enforcement of Company and Department processes, procedures, and
standards and the promotion of Company culture and core values.
They are responsible for fostering a positive working environment
for their Teams.
Duties And ResponsibilitiesProject, Client, and Team
Management:
- Coordinate resource needs with Team members and other
Departments
- Forecast workload and address gaps or excessive workloads
- Manage projects, oversee and delegate tasks, and engage in
design of projects
- Schedule and lead project meetings
- Represent our Company in communications with clients for
assigned projects regularly throughout the entire project and in
marketing activities after project completion
- Prepare agreements including scope, schedule, fees, and terms
and conditions and communicate to project team members
- Responsible for the financial performance of projects and
proactively address changes in scope, billing processes, schedules,
and any settlements
- Follow Accounting and Department procedures for invoicing and
collections
- Communicate regularly with supervisor of any significant
challenge, deviation from procedures and metrics, or incidents that
occurs on projects
- Responsible for oversight and approval of design, construction
plans, bid documents, technical specifications and construction
cost estimates
Technical and Practice Leadership:
- Responsible and accountable for coordination, input, and
enforcement of all technical aspects and policies of the Department
and Company
- Analyze complex technical problems and devise new or improved
techniques, approaches, and alternative solutions
- Provide quality control/quality assurance consistent with
Company and Department standards and the requirements of our
clients and regulatory agencies
- Use current technology as much as practicable to design
projects
Personnel Leadership:
- Lead, supervise, and monitor Team Members to achieve the goals
and strategies for the Department
- Lead and/or participate in mentoring, career path planning and
development (including training plans), performance plans,
mentoring, and resource sharing for all supervised Team
Members
- Implement effective communication, performance management, as
well as identify strategic skills needed to achieve Company,
Department, Team, and project goals.
- Participate in Department/Company recruitment efforts and
building your Team as directed
- Foster a positive environment; engage in Company, Department,
and Team meetings routinely, team building efforts, and community
involvement
- Report and assist HR in the resolution of personnel issues
Client and Business Development:
- Responsible for cultivation of existing relationships including
periodic client meetings, proposal and budget development, and
obtaining feedback in conjunction with Marketing and Department
personnel as required
- Seek opportunities for cross-selling to enhance and expand our
existing client relationships during and after projects
- Assist in strategic pursuit of potential clients per Department
initiatives and our core values
QualificationsRequired:
- Licensed Professional Engineer
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Environmental
Engineering
- 7+ years of engineering/industry experience with demonstrated
team management experience
- Self-motivated, engaged, and team-oriented with the ability to
work independently under minimal supervision
- Strong leadership and project management skills as well as
excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills
- Knowledge of contracts, accounting principles, including
budgeting and forecasting
- Execute multiple tasks under tight deadlines and prioritize
responsibilities
- Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Proven track record of fostering existing client
relationships
- Demonstrate personal investment in your career
- Energetic, flexible, confident, and forward thinkingPreferred:
- Experience with Grant Funded Projects
- Project Manager training and/or certifications
Working ConditionsThe assignment will require occasional evening
and weekend work, infrequent job site visits outdoors, and working
in collaborative, fast-paced, and client-driven environment.
Physical RequirementsThe assignment may occasionally require
repetitive physical tasks (such as operating a computer), standing
and/or sitting for extended periods of time, extended time
travelling in a vehicle, and carrying equipment and materials up to
15 pounds.
WithersRavenel is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits
discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, national origin, political affiliation,
sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, military
service, or other non-merit factors protected by federal, state, or
local laws. At WithersRavenel, we strive to build and nurture a
culture where diversity, inclusivity, and belonging are a normal
part of doing business, not an initiative. We know through
experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds
create a stronger and more creative work environment that delivers
better results. By hiring highly talented people who align with our
Core Values, we continue to enrich and broaden our ownership
community, as well as the employee and client experience. This
purposeful approach to diversity and inclusion leads to greater
commitment, collaboration, and effectiveness in our culture, work,
and lives.
Keywords: WithersRavenel, Cary , Project Manager, Utilities Asset Management, Executive , Cary, North Carolina
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