Arcadis · 11 hours ago
Principal Energy Transition Program Manager
Houston, TX
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$122K/yr - $208K/yr
12+ years expArcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. They are seeking a Principal Program Manager to lead client development and manage the delivery of energy projects throughout North America, focusing on both client relationships and project execution.
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Responsibilities
Lead client development and manage the delivery of multi-discipline consulting and engineering services
Assess, develop, and implement growth strategies across the US Energy market
Maintain existing client relationships and identify new clients, coordinating with them on opportunities
Lead pursuits and the development of proposals
Track market trends in the Energy market around policy, regulatory, and technology changes
Participate in market-facing events to increase Arcadis’ presence and profile
Act as the client point of contact during project delivery and ensure overall technical, commercial, and financial performance of projects
Manage project responsibilities for scope, schedule, cost, quality, risk, change, and contracts
Ensure adherence to Arcadis’ and clients’ policies, standards, and specifications
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning to ensure project KPIs are met
Manage project cashflow and ensure the invoice preparation, issue and receipt
Develop/manage the project execution plan and control the risk management plan
Lead the entire lifecycle of consulting and engineering projects, from initial concept through to completion and close-out
Ensure Health & Safety Stewardship, and compliance with Health, Safety and Environmental standards
Manage relationships with key stakeholders, including clients, contractors, and regulatory authorities
QA/QC of all aspects of the project, from design to commissioning
Provide leadership and mentorship to project teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement
Prepare and present regular project status reports to senior management and clients
Drive innovation in program management approaches and methodology
Qualification
Required
A minimum 12 years of experience in managing complex energy projects
Bachelor's degree in engineering
Expertise in business development and pipeline management, including sourcing of project opportunities, networking at industry events and associations, building an ecosystem of external partners and sub-consultants
Extensive experience with energy systems consulting and advisory services in general, specialization could include conventional power, renewables, natural gas, hydrogen, and/or alternative energy technologies
Proven capacity and knowledge of capital project planning and implementation for and on behalf of energy system owners, developers, operators, and asset managers
Experience in leading multi-disciplinary consulting and engineering teams spanning across multiple regions, sectors, and disciplines
Knowledge of relevant industry standards, regulations, and best practices
Proven experience in managing EPCm or EPC contractors delivering on time and budget
Project Management Professional certification is required
Preferred
A Master's degree is preferred
An Electrical or Mechanical Professional Engineer license is a strong preference
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
EAP
401K
STD
LTD
AD&D
Life insurance
Paid parental leave
Reward & recognition program
Optional benefits including wellbeing benefits
Adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Nine paid holidays
15 days PTO that accrue per year
Company
Arcadis
Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$0.03M2017-06-01Grant· $0.03M
1995-10-06IPO
Leadership Team
Alan Brookes
Chief Executive Officer
Neil McArthur
Chief Executive Officer
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