Southern Power Systems, Inc. based in Baton Rouge LA is a full service, EPC, testing and commissioning, specialty engineering, procurement, utility substation construction company specializing in complex medium and high voltage electrical infrastructure in the Gulf Coast Region.

SPS seeks a professional, dedicated individual with a positive outlook for our Project Manager opening in the Baton Rouge, LA Home Office.

• The Project Manager will lead the development and execution of high voltage engineering, maintenance and construction projects in industrial or utility settings, playing a key role in the proposal effort and managing the project through close-out.
• The Project Manager will be a strategic and confident leader who demonstrates competency and proficiency in developing effective teams by holding others accountable; applying a variety of knowledge and skill sets to solve problems and appropriately/constructively responds/engages employees and/or customers. This position will establish objectives and plans to improve the efficiency, quality and reliability of field service operations for an established yet growing business line.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Participate in the project proposal and bid process in conjunction with the Sales department.
• Negotiate, approve and execute contracts, subcontracts, and change orders.
• Perform managerial functions, such as preparing proposals, budgets, labor costs and report writing.
• Review, evaluate and implement project specifications, drawing releases and design changes.
• Interface with internal, third party and customer technical and engineering groups to understand and coordinate requirements for all scopes of work.
• Routinely Communicate project status, risks, schedule and costs to all internal and external stakeholders.
• Use and maintain schedules to measure time and production to meet requirements.
• Lead a multi-discipline project team of technicians in support of assigned projects.
• Manage all technical requirements, procedures and necessary qualifications for employees to allow the group to self-perform all aspects of substation maintenance and repair to perform high voltage services for clients.
• Coordinate third party or subcontracted services as needed to complete job scope and process invoicing.
• Review Field Service reports before sending to customer.
• Ensure site specific training for technicians is scheduled.
• Develop and sustain a continuous improvement culture.
• Field service work required at times to support checkout, commissioning site services, troubleshooting, emergency response, safety audits, etc. Some travel may be required.
• Manage all aspects of substation maintenance, repair, testing and commissioning operations, as well as a unique suite of specialty high voltage services.
• Understand the requirements of the customer (internal/external) and implement quality work processes.
• Maintain professional and positive relationships with customers, contractors, suppliers and other employees.
• Manage direct report performance plans that outline means to improve performance and provide opportunity for development.
• Promote and comply with all Company policies and procedures.
• Additional tasks and responsibilities as needed.

SAFETY:

• Safety is the top priority for our organization. The Project Manager will champion safety for direct reports and peers. The safety of our employees is our first responsibility.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate of Applied Science or other technical degree related to Electric Power Technology, Electrical Transmission Systems, Substation and Relay Technology, Electrical Engineering or equivalent combination of professional certifications.
• Bachelor’s Degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience in the electric utility or a related industry will be considered.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in the substation/high voltage field or a combination of substation/high voltage professional training and field experience equaling 10 years.
• 3-5 years of experience in the supervision/management of High and Medium Voltage Projects of budgets and work groups is required.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen, health screen, and criminal background check.
• Functional knowledge of electrical system construction, fabrication, operation, maintenance testing and commissioning practices.
• Must be able to read electrical system drawings, schematics and technical drawings.
• Must be highly organized, able to handle multiple tasks, and meet varying deadlines.
• Ability to work effectively with executive, management, and staff level employees with varying professional backgrounds using verbal and written communication.
• Understand NERC, NEC, IEEE, IEC NETA and applicable local codes and regulations.
• Strong understanding of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Word)

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to allocate resources per schedule and workload forecast.
• Ability to monitor project cost and schedules.
• Proficient in cost control or project management software such as Microsoft Project.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients and customers.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions through technical writing.
• Demonstrated understanding of substations, substation control and transmission systems.
• Knowledge of current trends and technological developments pertaining to test equipment and maintenance.

CULTURE:

• At Southern Power Systems we enjoy our jobs! We believe when we take care of our employees, they take care of our Customers.
• Our diverse teams are committed to excellence and our people make the difference at SPS!
• Southern Power Systems is a privately owned company that is employee focused.
• Most of our work is in the Gulf Coast, but we work throughout the US.