Project Manager -- Electrical Engineering Consultant
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Sargent & Lundy
US
Summary
Lead and execute work associated with the development, financing, and execution of power generation projects. Responsibilities include developing project execution plans, managing budgets, and providing technical leadership to project teams.
Job Description
Responsibilities
Sargent & Lundy is one of the largest and most experienced power industry engineering and consulting firms. We have a unique and exciting opportunity to join our Consulting group in the role of a Project Manager. This position will require you to lead and execute work associated with the development, financing, and execution of power generation projects.
This position is being added to support continued growth of the Sargent & Lundy Consulting group, which regularly provides technical and financial due diligence, asset transaction support, project development services, independent engineering services, owner’s engineering services, and long-term planning support. This position will require a great deal of face-to-face interaction with power project developers, utilities, investors, legal advisors, and financial institutions during the execution of consulting services work for the firm.
Common responsibilities include:
- Develop consulting project execution plan to meet client’s needs
- Reviewing deliverables such as reports and studies
- Lead project team by providing clear instruction including technical approaches
- Manage hours and work performed to budget and scope
- Develop staff expertise through training and mentoring
- Prepare proposals for consulting project opportunities
- Supporting multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring a high quality standard is met
- Traveling occasionally to visit project locations and client offices.
This is a remote/virtual position. Candidate can be based anywhere within the United States.
Qualifications
We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.
This position requires a Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or civil engineering (other engineering disciplines or finance/economics may be considered) with 15 or more years of experience in the power industry, including:
- Owner’s engineer, independent engineer, and/or design engineer experience for development and execution of power generation
- Experience managing teams of engineers
- Experience and technical knowledge in multiple power generation technologies – solar, battery energy storage, wind, and thermal
- Experience performing feasibility studies for power projects
- Experience in long-term power supply and transmission planning projects is a plus
- Experience in project finance or financial modeling of power projects is a plus
- Experience with project contracts such as power purchase agreements, asset transfer agreements, and EPC contracts is a plus
- Prior experience in a consulting role is a plus
Technology & Innovation
Sargent & Lundy values the appropriate use of technology to improve how work gets done and deliver high-quality outcomes for our clients. Depending on the role, employees may use data, automation, artificial intelligence, and other digital tools to support research, analysis, engineering and design activities, workflow improvement, or other aspects of their work. We value candidates who demonstrate an interest in learning and effectively using emerging technologies where relevant to their role. Employees remain accountable for their work and are expected to apply appropriate professional judgment and review when using technology-assisted tools. Experience with AI, automation, programming, or similar technologies is valued where relevant but is not required unless specifically identified elsewhere in the job description.
About Sargent & Lundy
At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.
Health & WellnessFinancial BenefitsWork-Life Balance
- Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
- Life & Accident Insurance
- Disability Coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Back-Up Daycare
- FSA & HSA
- 401(k)
- Pre-Tax Commuter Account
- Merit Scholarship Program
- Employee Discount Program
- Corporate Charitable Giving Program
- Tuition Assistance
- First Professional Licensure Bonus
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Paid Bereavement Leave
- Flexible Work Arrangements
Compensation Range
$145,310.00 - $222,001.00
Transparency Statement
Sargent & Lundy discloses compensation ranges that comply with all local and state regulations. The total compensation package for eligible positions will include a base salary or an hourly rate and a comprehensive benefits package, reflecting our commitment to rewarding performance and supporting the overall well-being of our employees. Individuals may also be eligible to participate in our yearly discretionary bonus.
Equal Opportunity
Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.
Sargent & Lundy is one of the world’s longest-standing full-service architect engineering firms. Founded in 1891, the firm is a global leader in power, energy, and decarbonization with expertise in grid modernization, renewable energy, energy storage, nuclear power, fossil power, carbon capture, and hydrogen. Sargent & Lundy delivers comprehensive project services – from consulting, design, and implementation to construction management, commissioning, and operations/maintenance – with an emphasis on quality and safety. The firm serves public and private clients in the power, energy, gas distribution, industrial, and government sectors.
Founded
1891
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Utilities
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Chicago, IL
Sargent & Lundy is one of the world’s longest-standing full-service architect engineering firms. Founded in 1891, the firm is a global leader in power, energy, and decarbonization with expertise in grid modernization, renewable energy, energy storage, nuclear power, fossil power, carbon capture, and hydrogen. Sargent & Lundy delivers comprehensive project services – from consulting, design, and implementation to construction management, commissioning, and operations/maintenance – with an emphasis on quality and safety. The firm serves public and private clients in the power, energy, gas distribution, industrial, and government sectors.
Founded
1891
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Industry
Utilities
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Chicago, IL