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Project Manager - Power Engineering Consulting
Location
Illinois
Posted
73 days ago
Salary
$142.7K - $215.4K / year
Seniority
Lead
Job Description
Project Manager - Power Engineering Consulting
Sargent & Lundy
Title: Project Manager -- Power Engineering Consulting Location: Chicago United States Job Description: Description This position is based on a hybrid work schedule and will require in-office work 3 days per week. Sargent & Lundy Consulting (SLC) works on behalf of clients to support electric power projects. We evaluate and optimize technical, commercial, environmental, and financial aspects of the projects for a variety of clients. In this role, you will provide leadership in development support, conceptual design, owner's engineer services, and due diligence services to clients, including performing technical evaluations of electric power generation projects and facilities. You will also have the opportunity to lead project economic and cost analysis, risk assessments, and contract development. Particular experience in design or development of thermal power projects is desired. Fluency in the Spanish language is required, including the ability to participate in technical, engineering, and commercial discussions. Project Managers must: - Prepare proposals for consulting project opportunities. - Develop consulting project execution plan to meet client's needs. - Lead project team by providing clear instruction including technical approaches. - Manage hours and work performed to budget and scope. - Review deliverables such as reports and studies. - Support multiple projects simultaneously while ensuring a high quality standard is met. - Travel occasionally to visit project locations and client offices. Travel may be domestic or international. 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. Qualifications We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position. This position requires a Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, chemical, or civil engineering from an ABET Engineering Accreditation Commission-approved program with a strong academic background with 15 or more years of experience in the power industry, including: - Owner's engineer and/or design engineer experience for development and execution of power generation projects, including thermal generation projects - Experience managing teams of engineers - Experience performing feasibility studies for power projects - Experience with project contracts such as power purchase agreements, asset transfer agreements, and EPC contracts is a plus Valued but not required skills and experience: - Experience in technical due diligence and owner's engineering design reviews of power projects is a plus. - General understanding of power station operations and performance reviews is a plus. - General understanding of process design at electric power generation facilities is a plus. - Economic, cost analysis, and contract development experience is a plus. Award-Winning Benefits 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 $142,710.00 - $215,440.00 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. Awards & Recognition 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.
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