Project Manager

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One Tech Engineering is searching for a Project Manager for a position located in Houston, Texas. The Project Manager will manage, direct, and coordinate all aspects of work related to distribution engineering

The candidate must be a US or a green card holder, the position is not eligible for sponsorship. The candidate should have a minimum of 7 years of progressive distribution engineering experience.

Local candidates or open to relocation. This is not a remote position.

Project Manager Responsibilities:

• 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.

Requirements of the Project Manager:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction, or related field from an accredited university.
• 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 .
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification .
• Ability to travel.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Previous consulting experience .