Energy Project Manager

Energy

Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm of more than 2,300 professionals that provides a full range of multi-disciplined engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT, is currently ranked #61 on Engineering News-Record's list of the Top 500 Design Firms.

JMT offers energy design and support services to the energy industry and is expanding our energy market throughout its footprint in renewables, decarbonization, energy management and fossil fuels. JMT is looking for an energetic, self-motivated person with experience in the energy market. This position will be responsible for leading energy project development, being a client liaison, managing larger, multi-disciplinary projects, and staying ahead of the latest trends in the energy sector.

Position summary:Responsible for delivering all project objectives for assigned projects including scope, schedule and budget.

Essential functions and responsibilities

• Technical & Sales Leadership & Expertise




• Active sales and business development person with an emphasis on the energy market growth
• Client liaison
• Have a thorough knowledge of technical practices, principles, and interrelationships in the energy market
• Serve as a technical advisor and knowledge resource by training and assisting other team members
• Develop team subject matter experts.
• Assist in the strategic planning process

• Project/Program Management




• Establish client and project plans aligned with practice and market objectives
• Build, maintain and diversify strong client relationships
• Participate in selecting project team(s)
• Manage team workflow for maximum efficiency and profitability
• Handle meetings, work sessions, public hearings, and applicable trade shows
• Prepare change orders and addenda to contracts
• Effectively communicate, coordinate, and cooperate with other practices and markets to maximize efficiency and customer service
• Manage and complete the project billing process
• Assume ultimate responsibility for the collection of amounts due, utilizing the accounting staff in the collection of fees as needed
• Make significant decisions which have a broad impact on our markets and operations

• Staff Management




• Supervise, develop, and mentor direct reports
• Evaluate and anticipate knowledge and skill needs and ensure appropriate project staffing levels to meet them
• Coordinate internal work activities internally to provide seamless client service
• Set team performance standards to meet practice and market goals of company and coach team members to achieve high performance
• Hold direct reports accountable to meet Success Plan and team goals
• Management subconsultants

Nonessential functions and responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned

• Proficient in Microsoft Office

• Bachelor's degree from an ABET accredited engineering program or equivalent training and experience
• 10+ years' experience working in the energy field or on energy related projects

Preferred Experience

• Licensed Professional Engineer or accredited energy professional
• Energy related experience - design and/or field related
• PMP (Project Management Professional) Certification
• CEM (Certified Energy Manager) Certification
• Experience working with local clients at the county and state level.
• Experience working with/for national and regional energy clients and Energy Service Companies
• Project management and business development experience
• Experience managing multidiscipline project teams.

Working Conditions

Work is performed within a general office environment 80% of the time. Work is generally sedentary in nature but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.

Field work is required on occasions where work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Some lifting (up to 25 lbs) may be required as needed.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.