Project Team Lead (Utilities)

Description

• Developing and maintaining a database of projects and related documentation.
• Monitoring and controlling project risks, issues, and changes.
• Ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements related to project management.
• Reviewing and approving project plans, budgets, and schedules.
• Managing relationships with clients, stakeholders, and other project team members to ensure that projects are delivered in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.
• Providing training and professional development opportunities to project managers.
• Keeping up to date with industry trends and best practices related to project management.
• Providing guidance and support to project managers to ensure that they have the skills and resources necessary to perform their jobs effectively.
• Managing the day-to-day operations of the project management team, including assigning tasks, setting priorities, and monitoring progress.
• Developing and implementing strategies to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the project management process.
• Ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
• Developing and maintaining performance metrics to evaluate the effectiveness of the project management team.
• Collaborating with other departments within the organization to ensure that projects are aligned with overall business objectives.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience of leading and managing a group of project managers, ideally with expertise in technical customer service/ commercial operations role. Knowledge and experience working or serving the utility Transmission, Distribution or Power Generation industries is an advantage.
• BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related field is required. MS degree is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders are also essential.
• Experience with CRM case management e.g. Salesforce.com and Oracle is preferred.
• Good understanding of IT and communication protocols, comfortable around instrumentation and using basic programming tools where necessary.
• Problem solving and advanced troubleshooting skills in technical and process related issues
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven track record on how to influence, engage and motivate colleagues and customers to seek out the right solutions

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance