Interface with electrical utility client engineering representatives as well as multiple engineering disciplines and project management staff within the Valdes A&E organization. The Senior Project Manager is responsible for ensuring that all technical documents are developed within the framework of Valdes A&E's Quality Management procedures. Maintain good business relationships with key client contacts throughout the project. May visit or work on job site as required for exchange of information. Responsibilities Strong knowledge of managing utility distribution design projects with the capability and initiative to perform the required tasks while mentoring a staff Ability to plan, estimate budget, coordinate, and supervise engineering activities for smaller projects with good supervision Ability to assist in proposal preparation Develop and maintain the project schedules with little supervision Work independently on multiple projects with multiple clients Ability to keep projects on schedule; ensure quality and execution of projects under close guidance of a Project Manager Direct, coordinate, and manage all aspects of a project Capable of executing multiple small project-simultaneously or one large multi-discipline project under the guidance of a Project Manager Participate in all required safety activities Promote safety in all aspects of the project All other duties as assigned Technical Competencies Strong verbal and written communication skills Good knowledge of all engineering disciplines, substation design principals, industry standards. Leadership skills such as conflict resolution, risk evaluation, mentoring and steadiness Creativeness in providing new solutions to problems Possesses an eye for detail, but knows when to delegate and follow up to get the work done Expertise in Microsoft Office software, Microsoft Project and Primavera are pluses Professional registration desired Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in electrical or civil/structural engineering 7-10 years of distribution engineering and design experience Knowledge of industry, regulatory standards and design criteria 4 years supervisory experience desired Eligibility to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future $135,000 - $180,000 a year Salaries for all positions are based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, total years of experience in the industry, education, skills, and qualifications. Compensation may vary depending on the candidate's individual background and expertise. Salaries are subject to fluctuation outside of the given range. The indicated range is not a commitment and meant as a guideline. All compensation, exempt or non-exempt status, and benefits will be discussed during the interview process. Valdes Architecture & Engineering Company is looking for bright and talented people that want to take their career to the next level. We offer many rewarding career paths to challenge and engage our employees at all phases of their careers. Our office provides a team environment, and excellent working conditions, which allow individuals to maximize their potential. Valdes Architecture & Engineering offers an outstanding benefits package including Medical, Dental, 401K plan, Company paid Long Term and Short Term Disability Insurance, Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance, Pet Insurance, a discounted gym membership and tuition reimbursement. EEO/AAE We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.