About this opportunity
Guidehouse lists this Associate Director - Capital Infrastructure Projects opportunity in phoenix, Arizona. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Family
Capital Projects & Infrastructure Consulting, Management Consulting
Job Family
Capital Projects & Infrastructure Consulting, Management Consulting
Travel Required
Up to 25%
Clearance Required
None
What You Will Do
As an Associate Director-Capital Infrastructure Projects for a diverse portfolio of Investor-Owned and Public Utility projects, you would work directly with our Arizona Account Director to serve Utility clients in Arizona and the Southwest. Projects will range from major capital infrastructure, power generation, power transmission & distribution system related projects, and a range of power utility client internal projects within the desert southwest region.
You would be joining a team that is passionate about delivering programs and innovation to solve our client's most pressing problems. The Associate Director-Capital Infrastructure Projects role requires an initiative-taking, driven professional with strong business acumen, a proven track record of success in leading project and program delivery teams withing the utilities industry, professional services experience, a solid understanding of utility business operations, and passion for execution and delivery excellence.
As a key member of the Commercial Energy Providers project team, you will be responsible for managing teams that deliver strategic advisory, capital project delivery, engineering studies, financial management, grants management, regulatory compliance and monitoring, technology transformation, data analytics, and risk management consulting engagements. The role will have a primary focus on grid transformation, infrastructure expansion, technology innovation, sustainability and electrification for electric and gas utilities. In addition, you will work with client stakeholders to assess project performance, identify and manage risks and issues, keeping clients informed and proactively managing expectations.
Responsibilities
Managing and mentoring project teams and coordinating projects and workstreams
Managing, monitoring and evaluating project activities and evaluating overall project(s) performance
Contributing to project planning, budgeting, and overall strategy
Preparing, reviewing, and maintaining project documentation and reports
Oversee and maintaining project contracts and financials
Establishing and reporting on key performance indicators
Analyzing project data and producing insights to optimize performance
Identifying problems and shortfalls and proposing solutions
Providing operational support such as liaising with stakeholders, tracking timelines, etc.
Support the development and rollout of our project management methodology, being a coach and change agent to encourage adoption
Coordinating with client account and project teams to develop innovate solutions and proposals to address client priorities and needs
Supporting growth and client satisfaction within client account teams
May include grants management compliance
What You Will Need
Must be a US Citizen or a US Permanent Resident due to nature of client engagements
Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, economics, finance, public policy and/or related discipline AND SEVEN (7+) plus years’ post-graduation project management experience in the power utilities sector. Work experience in Solar (Commercial/Residential), Banking, Construction, Pharma, Manufacturing, Financial Services, Healthcare, Life Sciences, Defense or Aerospace does NOT count towards years of experience requirement
Knowledgeable in all phases of the capital projects and project management life cycle beyond IT project management
Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills
Experience with stakeholder and financial management
Excellent at visualizing project and program data, synthesizing insights, and making data informed decisions
Ability to assume ownership of significant portions of tasks while collaborating with a close-knit team
Ability to manage several tasks simultaneously, prioritize and plan work activities while meeting respective deadlines
Proposal writing experience including budget development and managing proposal timeline with a variety of subject matter experts providing input
Demonstrated attention to detail
Strong critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Strong interpersonal skills
An inquisitive nature and desire for continuous improvement
Ability to travel
Ability to work onsite in Guidehouse Office or Client Office location
What Would Be Nice To Have
Master's degree in electrical or power systems engineering, business administration, or related discipline
PMP Certification
Post-graduation experience in the energy/utilities sector that includes capital projects and large engineering projects
Advanced experience with Microsoft Office Suite products (Microsoft Project, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft PowerPoint)
Experience developing and delivering presentations to clients or executive audiences
The annual salary range for this position is $135,000.00-$225,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.
What We Offer
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits Include
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend
About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer- Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
Guidehouse will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law or ordinance including the Fair Chance Ordinance of Los Angeles and San Francisco.
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Worksite address
phoenix, AZ, 85003, US
Who can apply
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