Community Engagement Project Manager Jobs in Baton Rouge, LA

About Us
TRC, Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm and one of the top design firms in the energy sector. Together, TRC and WSP's 83,000 experts create positive, long-lasting impacts for our communities and our clients in the power and energy, transportation and infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors. As part of our team, you'll discover a world of opportunities to connect with innovative thinkers, forge your path, and have fun tackling the world's most challenging projects. At TRC, Member of WSP, you can have a rewarding career on every level.
TRC has long set the bar for clients who require more than just engineering, combining science with the latest technology to devise innovative solutions that stand the test of time. From pipelines to power plants, roadways to reservoirs, schoolyards to security solutions, clients look to TRC for breakthrough thinking backed by the innovative follow-through of an industry leader.
We recognize that the expertise of our staff is our strongest asset, so we generously reward employees for successful performance and invest in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications.
Overview
Will consider candidates near other TRC offices (https://www.trccompanies.com/offices/)
Working closely with the end Customer, vendors, and project personnel, the Senior Project Manager is responsible for ensuring the proper implementation and delivery of an Advanced Distribution Management System, within our client's territory.
You will have responsibility for all aspects of the project over the entire project lifecycle including responsibility for assembling and managing the delivery teams, assigning individual responsibilities, identifying appropriate resources needed, setting up and managing the Vendors and Subcontractors engagements, and developing schedules to ensure timely completion of the project. In addition, you must exercise/demonstrate judgement, leadership, organization, and communication skills.
The Sr. Project Manager will be an essential part of our team to grow the consulting practice in the Operational Technology and Real-Time Systems domain.
The Sr. Project Manager should have experience deploying GE ADMS systems.
Responsibilities

• Deliver project(s) to completion. You will own the scope, cost, schedule, and risks for the project and manage multiple tracks, business and technical resources, consultants and vendors contracted to deliver solutions.
• Development of contractual Statement of Works with Client and Suppliers articulating precise assumptions and limit of responsibilities
• Ability to strategize and implement methodology to increase project margins
• The entire project team will report to you, and you will be ultimately responsible for assigning work, monitoring, and measuring the team's outputs, escalating resource gaps or shortfall of individuals
• You will be TRC's representative, ensuring that the Client and TRC's interests are well aligned for the success of the project.
• Manage the Vendors, ensuring that the Contractual, operational and relationship aspects are well aligned for the success of the project.
• Acting as a champion to foster a positive project work environment; and successfully lead the team to accomplish all the project objectives on time and on budget
• Develop the workflow plans to manage the project from initial request through systems analysis, technical design, implementation, procurement, testing, turnover to production and client migration.
• Plan, prepare, and track project schedules and budgets to assure controlled completion of each project step.
• Prepare and maintain a risk assessment and mitigation action plan
• Maintain resource forecasts to assure that schedule compliance and desired results are achieved.
• Update the company and external stakeholders on project progress, changes from original plans, and existing or emerging risks.
• Lead the project core team meetings Present project progress at Steering Committee level with participation of senior executives from TRC or from the Client

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of Project Management experience in the utility domain
• Previous experience leading and managing large-scale, multifaceted enterprise-wide Operational Technologies Projects in an electric or gas utility environment
• The successful candidate will be fully knowledgeable and proficient in all aspects of the project management Body of Knowledge
• Excellent organizational, decision making and presentation skills
• Excellent communication skills ranging from addressing C-Level to multiple technical teams
• Ability to self-direct and work independently as well as in a team environment
• Excellent team building and motivational skills
• Excellent budgeting and financial skills
• Proficiency with MS-Project and with MS Office Suite: Excel, PowerPoint, Word
• Must have strong judgement, leadership, organization, and communication skills.
• Ability to travel up to 50% or on an as needed basis to the client location.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• Previous experience implementing large ADMS programs, preferably on the technology vendor side
• PMP Certification

Benefits*: TRC offers a competitive benefit package consisting of:
Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.
Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).
All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.
TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.
*These benefits are applicable to US employees depending on their employment status (full time, part time, or temporary). TRC offers jurisdiction specific benefit packages for International and Puerto Rico employees.
Compensation: In accordance with local law, the below salary range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition. Compensation will vary based upon experience, education, skill level, geographical location, and other compensable factors.
Other Compensation: Employee may be eligible for participation in the Company's annual Discretionary Bonus Program which is contingent on Company, Business Segment, and Individual performance against Key Performance Indicators which vary by year and employee.
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Disclaimers
TRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
The complete job description and application are available on TRC's career site.
TRC accepts applications for this position on an ongoing, rolling basis and reserves the right to cancel this posting at any time.
Salary Range
USD $93,163.20 - USD $180,003.20 /Yr.