Project Manager - PSS

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.

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

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

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

Review and distribute daily reporting

Accountable for project contract administration

Manage personal and project hours using company tools

Create / complete departmental reports

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 technology solutions align with DLB standards for data security, privacy, and operational integrity.

Promote a culture that embraces innovation, continuous improvement, and the strategic use of technology to optimize performance and scalability.

Performs Other Related Duties as Assigned

The following physical demands must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is

Frequently required to remain in a stationary position

Frequently moving through office, facility and other environments

On occasion the employee may move equipment weighing up to 25 pounds

B.A. / B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited institution

PLUS

Minimum of five years of experience in electrical engineering, power systems studies, or project management within mission critical or similar environments

DLB does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Unsolicited resumes include any resume or hiring document sent to DLB in the absence of a signed Service Agreement where DLB has expressly requested recruitment/staffing services specific to the position at hand. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of DLB and DLB will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.

DLB Associates is a premier engineering and consulting firm specializing in innovative, mission-critical solutions across hyperscale data centers, advanced infrastructure, and high-performance building systems. With over four decades of expertise, we partner with some of the world’s most influential companies to design and optimize environments that demand precision, scalability, and resilience.