Project Manager - PSS

Position Title: Project Manager

Position Location:  Remote - work virtually from anywhere in the United States

Salary

DLB recognizes salary ranges from job boards do not necessarily reflect our pay ranges. In many instances we out-compete those ranges for well-qualified candidates.

Job Summary

The Project Manager is accountable for leading and delivering power systems studies projects for mission critical facilities, including hyperscale data centers. This role combines project leadership with technical oversight of studies such as short circuit, coordination, arc flash, and load flow analyses.

The Project Manager works closely with internal engineering teams, clients, and external stakeholders to ensure studies are executed accurately, on schedule, and within budget, while maintaining alignment with DLB standards and industry best practices.

The Project Manager will receive limited direction on day-to-day work and general instruction on new projects or assignments.  Will execute and assist project leadership on projects of complex scope.  Will work independently or under limited supervision.

The Project Manager will communicate and operate in line with organizational goals and values, as well as departmental objectives.

Essential Functions

Manage all Elements of Routine and Complex Projects (50%)

• Lead execution of power systems studies projects from kickoff through final deliverables (reports, TCCs, arc flash labels, settings files)

• Coordinate and oversee technical activities including:

• Load flow studies

• Short circuit analysis

• Protection coordination

• Arc flash analysis

• Equipment evaluation

• Transient stability (as applicable)

• Coordinate and manage subconsultants supporting power systems studies, including scope definition, performance monitoring, and deliverable review

• Develop requests for proposals (RFPs) for sub consulted study work and support evaluation and selection of partners

• Perform external partner proposal review and bid leveling to ensure alignment with project scope, technical requirements, and budget expectations

• Review and validate subconsultant deliverables to ensure alignment with project scope, quality standards, and technical requirements

• Serve as the primary liaison between study engineers, design teams, and clients

• Define project scope, deliverables, and study assumptions in collaboration with engineering teams

• Ensure proper integration of studies into design and construction workflows

• Lead technical review meetings and ensure alignment across disciplines (electrical design, commissioning, construction)

• Coordinate scheduling and manpower of internal teams with PM and directors to determine method of executing projects

• Ensure deliverables meet code compliance, safety standards (NFPA 70E), and client requirements

• Coordinate QA/QC reviews of all study outputs

Monitor and Control Project Financials (25%)

• Prepare, forecast and monitor project budgets, profitability, margins, bill rates and utilization and maintain overall accountability for the profitability of the project

• Communicate with the client when additional fees / change orders are required

• Identify potential project risks and develop / implement strategies to minimize impact and control deviations from estimated costs and project deadlines

• Accountable for development of cost schedules / schedules of value for client progress billing

Manage Stakeholder Relations (20%)

• Lead preparation of technical proposals and fee estimates for power systems studies projects, including scope definition, level of effort, and pricing

• Support project quoting efforts by developing scopes, assumptions, and resource plans aligned with client requirements

• Lead the promotion of the firm, service and expertise to existing or potential clients

• Maintain client relationship to ensure an ongoing positive relationship and work with clients to identify and develop new projects

• Primary contact for clients and build effective, long-term client relationships

• Ensure client satisfaction through active communication

Administrative (5%)

• Review and distribute daily reporting

• Accountable for project contract administration

• Manage personal and project hours using company tools

• Create / complete departmental reports

Technology, Digital Tools & AI-Enabled Efficiency

• Identify opportunities and lead the strategic use of technology, digital platforms, and AI-enabled tools to enhance efficiency through workflow automation, reduced manual effort, and improved accuracy in forecasting, documentation, reporting, and quality processes.

• Support adoption of emerging technologies - including advanced analytics, data visualization tools, and digital construction management platforms - to strengthen readiness, quality assurance, and project controls.

• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure tech