Lawrence Berkeley National Lab's (LBNL) Projects & Infrastructure Modernization Division has an opening for an Electrical Project Manager to join the team.

In this role, you will specialize in electrical and civil utility infrastructure projects. You will manage, coordinate, and administer a range of complex and competing projects from the conceptual phase through planning, engineering, procurement, construction, start-up and close-out. Work will be on issues in which analysis of various situations requires review of relevant factors, analysis and recommendations based on scope, complexity and operational needs. May manage more than one project simultaneously. You will be accountable for overall project deliverables and success.

What You Will Do:

Project Manager (Level II) Specific Responsibilities:

• Manage moderately complex and moderate to large-scale projects by co-leading/leading a team of Construction Managers, Project Coordinators, Facilities staff and subcontractors as well as incorporating Environment, Health & Safety and Quality input and direction as necessary to ensure project completion in a safe manner, within budget, schedule and in accordance with specifications and requirements.
• Serve as the technical lead in the solicitation and execution of the design and construction contracts.
• Works under little supervision, coordinate project activities as part of a project team to work with Environment, Health and Safety input and oversight requirements to ensure accurate representation of the Laboratory on project matters with DOE/Berkeley Site Office, University of California Office of the President, University of California and other external organizations to achieve customer needs. Coordinate client contacts, including regular correspondence with the clients and maintain working relationships at all levels throughout the project.
• Determine the planning and development of the requirements, project scope, procedure, budget and overall project schedule. Manage and control contractual commitments, project reviews and report-outs to assure that all work is being performed in accordance with the specifications, drawings and terms of the subcontract. Review and approve project forecasts, schedules, cost estimates, and financial reports. Determines the budget for project costs.
• Responsible for organizational and project plans. Assists in project implementation and monitors performance to meet stakeholder requirements. Works with limited supervision. Decisions may have an impact at the division level.
• Collaborate with other project managers to establish plans and objectives related to PIM Division activities. Attend management planning meetings as needed.

Project Manager (Level III) Specific Responsibilities:

• Manage and lead multiple complex and large-scale projects facilities using Project Managers, Construction Managers, Project Coordinators, Facilities staff and subcontractors as well as incorporating Environment, Health, Safety and Quality input and direction as necessary to ensure project completion in a safe manner, within budget, schedule and in accordance with specifications and requirements. May develop long-range objectives and strategic plans for new Laboratory multidiscipline initiatives, project opportunities, and funding levels. Decisions may have an impact at the lab-wide level. May be part of a team to identify potential funding agencies and obtain project funding and implement new projects.
• Serve as the technical lead in the solicitation and execution of the design and construction contracts.
• Works under limited supervision, coordinate project activities as part of a project team to work with Environment, Health and Safety input and oversight requirements to ensure accurate representation of the Laboratory on project matters with DOE/Berkeley Site Office, University of California Office of the President, University of California and other external organizations to achieve customer needs. Coordinate client contacts, including regular correspondence with the clients and maintain working relationships at all levels throughout the project.
• Direct the planning and development of the project scope, procedure, budget and overall project schedule. Manage and control contractual commitments to assure that all work is being performed in accordance with the specifications, drawings and terms of the subcontract. Review and approve project forecasts, schedules, cost estimates, financial reports. Establish and control the budget for project costs.
• Participates in independent project reviews for projects at other DOE sites.
• May supervise support staff and project team members.
• Collaborate with other senior project managers and leaders to establish strategic plans and objectives related to PIM activities. Attend management planning meetings as needed.

What is Required:

Project Manager (Level II):

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or professional certification in Construction, Project Management or a related field or equivalent relevant experience and a minimum of 5 years in construction facilities project management with moderate performance risk, including project planning, scheduling, and budgeting or a combination of education and/or experience. Experience with computerized project-tracking databases.
• Experience leading a diverse team that would include contractors and/or subcontractors on projects. Provide project staff with performance expectations, guidance and training to ensure customers are provided with quality, comprehensive and effective services/deliverables. Ability to delegate assignments to project team members.
• Proven experience developing and managing budgets and schedules, developing project scope documents, and coordinating/managing project delivery, including team assignments and technical quality.
• Proven experience managing control of hazardous energy, including developing or implementing Lockout/Tagout procedures and overseeing sequence of energization/deenergization.
• Electrical systems background, with proven technical understanding of electrical distribution, generation, and demonstrated ability to read and understand electrical single line diagrams.
• Familiar with the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK).
• Experience with and use of industry recognized computer project management software and managing projects with understanding and utilizing certified EVMS techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing with a wide range of groups and individuals. Excellent collaboration skills and ability to effectively interact with people at all levels, internal and external to the organization. Ability to effectively interact, and communicate with a variety of project staff. Excellent interpersonal skills with a customer-focus approach. Ability to work independently and as part of a diverse team.
• Excellent proposal development, presentation, and client relationship skills.
• Experience applying analytical and problem-solving skills to complex problems. Demonstrated ability to take initiative, use sound judgment and provide solutions to ensure results.

In addition to the above, Project Manager (Level III):

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering or professional certification in Construction, Project Management or a related field or equivalent relevant experience and a minimum of 10 years in construction facilities project management. Leading and managing design and construction activities using project management principles and controls.
• Experience managing a diverse team. Provide input to staff regarding performance expectations, guidance and training to ensure customers are provided with quality, comprehensive and effective services/deliverables. Ability to delegate assignments to team members.
• Extensive experience developing and managing budgets and schedules, developing project scope documents, and coordinating/managing project delivery, including team assignments and technical quality.
• Extensive experience developing and managing budgets and schedules, developing project scope documents, and coordinating/managing project delivery, including team assignments and technical quality.
• Direct experience managing large outages or construction on electrical substation and distribution projects.

Desired Qualifications:

• Familiar with applicable DOE Orders for project management, including Earned Value Management System (EVMS) concepts.
• Valid professional license obtained by written examination to practice Electrical Engineering in the State of California.
• Project Management Certification (PMP).

Notes:

• This is a full-time, career appointment, exempt (monthly paid) from overtime pay.
• This position is expected to pay $11,700 - $14,000/monthly, which fits within the full salary range of $10,430- $17,598/monthly for the job classification of Z20.2.
• This position is expected to pay $15,000 - $17,000/monthly, which fits within the full salary range of $13,428 - $22,662/monthly for the job classification of Z20.3.
• Salary for this position will commensurate with the final candidate's qualification and experience, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, certifications, plus also aligned with the internal peer group.
• It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate's qualifications and experience.
• This position may be subject to a background check. Any convictions will be evaluated to determine if they directly relate to the responsibilities and requirements of the position. Having a conviction history will not automatically disqualify an applicant from being considered for employment.
• This position is eligible for a hybrid work schedule - a combination of teleworking and performing work on site at Lawrence Berkeley National Lab, 1 Cyclotron Road, Berkeley, CA. Work schedules are dependent on business needs. Individuals working a hybrid schedule must reside within 150 miles of Berkeley Lab.

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