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Associate Project Manager I

Job in Chattanooga, Hamilton County, Tennessee, 37402, USA
Listing for: Mesa Brand
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-08-16
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Operations Management, Regulatory Compliance Specialist, Systems Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below

PDT - TL1 / Power Delivery Transmission & Distribution

This position is not eligible for recruiting or sourcing by outside parties.

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We've got the power to energize your career and spark YOUR work/life balance through professional development and exceptional benefits. Don't delay, plug in today for an inclusive and meaningful career. Mesa Associates, Inc. is a woman/minority-owned full service engineering, procurement, & construction management firm covering power, defense, aerospace, industrial, commercial and municipal entities. We specialize in power generation and delivery services including electrical high-voltage, substations, switchyard, transmission line, & distribution design.

We have been in the top 10 of EC&M's Top 40 Electrical Design Firms since 2012. With over 1,000 associates, we are big enough to perform, but small enough to care!

Mesa seeks an Associate Project Manager I that will be responsible for managing the full lifecycle of utility projects, including planning, budgeting, scheduling, execution, and closeout. The Associate Project Manager I leads cross-functional teams, coordinates with internal departments and external stakeholders, and ensures that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and in compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

What We're Looking for

  • Ability to perform a broad range of project management responsibilities
  • Ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive project success.
  • Understanding of project lifecycle, scheduling, budgeting, and reporting.
  • Outstanding verbal and written communications skills. Ability to coordinate with and interface with clients, vendors, engineers, colleagues, and other electric utility personnel.
  • Understanding of project management principles and familiarity with scheduling and reporting tools.
  • Outstanding interpersonal skills to build relationships and work effectively in a team environment.
  • Willingness to develop, promote, and comply with Mesa safety requirements.
  • Follows through on own commitments as well as team commitments. Leads by example.
  • Good listening skills.
  • Proactive and stays on top of every aspect of the job and project.
  • Organizational skills and manages multiple priorities well.

What You'll Do

  • Coordinate with engineering, construction, operations, procurement, and external vendors.
  • Monitor project performance metrics including earned value, cost variance, and schedule adherence.
  • Identify and mitigating project risks and resolving technical and logistical challenges.
  • Communicate regularly with clients and stakeholders to provide updates and address concerns.
  • Proactively communicate and promote Mesa capabilities and strengths to their assigned customers. In interfacing with potential or existing clients, listens for and seeks out new project opportunities that solves the needs of the client.
  • Preparing meeting agendas, documenting meeting minutes, and tracking action items.
  • Updating project management systems and tools with task status, resource assignments, and milestone progress.
  • Participating in project kickoff, status, and closeout meetings.
  • Assisting with identifying and communicating project risks and issues.
  • Learning and applying project management tools, methodologies, and best practices.

What You'll Earn

  • Paid Time Off
  • Holiday Pay – 10 Days Annually
  • Group Medical/Dental Insurance
  • Life Insurance (Company Paid)
  • Disability Insurance (Company Paid)
  • 401(K) Retirement Savings plan
  • 401(K) Matching Contribution
  • Section 125/Cafeteria Plan
  • Long Term Care Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Fitness Center Reimbursement
  • Annual Performance Bonus
  • 9/80 Work Schedule Option
  • FSA and HSA Options

Notice to External Search Firms:
Mesa Associates, Inc. and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Mesa Associates, Inc. Talent Acquisition engages with approved search firms directly for specific hiring needs.

Qualifications

Behaviors

Required:

Detail Oriented:
Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

Required:

Self-Starter:
Inspired to perform without outside help

Education

Preferred:
Bachelors or better in Business Administration or related field.

Experience

Required:

Understanding of Project Management principles

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred:
Project Mgmt Prof (PMP)

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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