Program Manager

Description The Opportunity Ulteig is looking for a highly engaged and qualified candidate for our Program Manager – Owner’s Engineering position in the Energy Solutions department. This role can be remote or in any of our office locations and will focus on leading the renewables-focused project management and technical teams in fostering on-the-job leadership development, encouraging additional and efficient team growth, and assume primary responsibility for the execution and delivery of all of Ulteig’s Owner’s Engineering projects. The duties will include management and development of supervisors and project team members, leading and directing the project managers assigned to the work, program life cycle management, coordination with internal and external program stakeholders, resource coordination and management of team financial targets and goals. This individual will report directly to the Associate Director of Energy Solutions, interacting closely with stakeholders throughout the department and corporate business units such as Service Departments, Client Solutions, and Shared Services.  The Program Manager – Owner’s Engineer is a self-starting leader who will provide primary oversight for the execution of the work in this Lifeline Sector. What You’ll Do Management Responsibilities - 40% Provide strategic direction, leadership, and oversight for team members on achieving individual, team, department, and organizational performance goals. Coach, mentor, train, and develop project management supervisors and PMs for growth and development opportunities. Facilitate team meetings and actively manage team resource planning. Perform individual performance reviews, training and professional development for team members. Work collaboratively with Client Solutions team and Program leads to maintain a high level of client service and resolve both project and non-project related issues. Participate and partner with members of the Client Solutions team and Program leads to promote revenue growth and expansion of services on the Owner’s Engineering team. Support proposal efforts by developing, providing resources, and reviewing proposals by working with the Proposal Development Team, Technical Services group, and other departments. Program Management Activities - 40% Lead program strategy alignment, benefits management, governance, and growth of the Owner’s Engineering team. Maintain program documentation in an organized manner that facilitates efficient utilization by program team members. Facilitate program-level meetings to communicate important information to program team resources, or to discuss and update the program management plan. Management of subcontractor engagement, contracting, relationships, and performance reviews. Invest in continuous process improvement driving effective and efficient project execution.  Business Development Responsibilities – 20% Work collaboratively with the Client Team Leads (CTL’s) and AD’s to maintain a high level of client service and resolve both project and non-project related issues. Participate in Client Solutions CTL meetings. Engage with select client stakeholders to discuss evolving opportunities and offer potential solutions to known issues. Maintain positive client relationships with all clients contracting for Ulteig’s OE services 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 in project management, construction management, or engineering management (or related field) from an ABET-accredited university. 10+ years of experience, preferably with several years managing utility-scale projects PMP or higher/equivalent certification preferred. Experience in leading, managing, and developing other Project Management Professionals Must be analytical, self-motivated, and possess the ability to work in high-pressure situations while maintaining a positive, enthusiastic, and collaborative attitude. Proficiency in project controls (scheduling and cost control) utilizing Microsoft Project Professional and/or Primavera P6. Strong analytic and information management skills. Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, management, client, public, and external agencies. High level of initiative and demonstrated ability to manage multiple endeavors with clear expectations and timeliness. Excellent presentation and verbal/written communications skills. Proven experience in Microsoft Software Applications (Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and additional software knowledge depending on specialty.  Must have authorization to work permanently in the U.S. 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 member, 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 80 years. Working at Ulteig is more than a job, opening opportunities to make an impact by creating and solving for a sustainable future. We recognize our success relies heavily on the dedication and focus of our workforce; this is why we make investing in our employees a top priority. We prioritize flexibility and staying connected to meet your needs and help you achieve your goals. We value your unique perspective, respect your individuality, and celebrate your contributions. At Ulteig, 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 is a trusted partner in engineering North America’s essential infrastructure and leverages its expertise with a wide range of public and private clients. At Ulteig, we care deeply about our team, listening to their needs and ensuring they have the tools necessary to be productive whether they choose to work remotely, hybrid or in-office. Regardless of where you work, you are empowered to build a workday that best suits your strengths. We strive to ensure a balance and separation between home and work life. We support a flexible working schedule so employees are able to focus on what's important to them. If you would like to be a part of a company that empowers their employees, apply today! Ulteig is a Drug Free Workplace ACHIEVE | GROW | COLLABORATE Additional Opportunity Details: Target Base Compensation Range for this role is $150,000-$195,000 * Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary include your job specific skills, education, training, job location, number of years of experience related to this role and comparison to other employees already in this role 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. 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