Project Manager, Program ​/ Project Manager, Operations Manager

Description

Westwood Professional Services, Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Manager for Power Delivery Projects. This role oversees project scope, schedule, cost, and risk while maintaining strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and regulatory agencies. Key responsibilities include project management, business development, client engagement, and expanding division services. This individual will also mentor Project Managers and Assistant Project Managers.

- Maintain stakeholder relationships (internal/external) - Project planning and monitoring - Oversight of project deliverables (QA/QC checks are complete; ensure deliverable matches the contract) - Managing uncertainty and change ( scope creep, change orders) - Lead project meetings and deliver presentations - Interpret client needs, prioritize and set proposal strategy - Lead contract process w/ support from market leadership - Collaborate w/ Directors to ensure strategic alignment - Establish, trac, and meet revenue/sales targets for portfolio - Lead contract negotiations - Utility strong analytical and problem solving skills - Maintain project schedule, scope, budget, etc.

Skills

Project management, transmission

Top Skills Details

Project management,transmission

Additional

Skills & Qualifications

* Industry experience in Power Projects (i.e. Transmission, Distribution, Substation, Renewables, Energy Storage, or Telecommunications) - 5-10 years of project management experience - Strong understanding of and relationships with various technical service groups.

- Ability to cross-sell and manage work in any service and sub-market.

- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to lead issue resolution.

- Ability to mentor and provide guidance to project management staff.

- Excellent leadership and team management skills.

- Strong cognitive ability and professionalism.

- Effective communication and negotiation skills.

- Financial acumen and understanding of project financial metrics.

Experience Level

Expert Level

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Lake Mary, FL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $57.69 - $72.12/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Lake Mary,FL.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 5, 2026.

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