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TD Thornton is a premier consulting firm specializing in project management and project controls solutions. Our strong onboarding and training program sets our people up for success. All are welcome to apply, especially those with engineering, construction management, business analytics, scheduling, and project management backgrounds and anyone who truly enjoys teamwork.
Job Overview
Title: Senior Project Manager
Sector: Electric Utilities
Seniority: Mid-Senior
Location: Oakland
Work Type: Hybrid (2 day/month in office)
As a Senior Project Manager, you will oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of complex energy and infrastructure initiatives focused on innovation and sustainability. This role requires a strategic mindset, technical expertise, and strong leadership to coordinate teams, manage budgets, and deliver high-impact results. You will guide multi-disciplinary projects from conception through completion, ensuring quality, safety, and performance objectives are met.
· Lead cross-functional teams through all phases of project delivery, from planning to completion.
· Develop and manage detailed project schedules, budgets, and resource forecasts.
· Define project scopes, timelines, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
· Oversee vendor coordination, contract execution, and performance tracking.
· Identify and mitigate project risks through proactive planning and continuous monitoring.
· Track and analyze progress using project management tools and reporting systems.
· Ensure compliance with safety standards, quality requirements, and company procedures.
· Conduct and document regular project meetings and provide timely status reports to stakeholders.
· Manage change control processes, ensuring documentation and approvals are maintained.
· Foster collaboration and accountability across all project participants.
· Capture lessons learned and recommend improvements for future project execution.
The Job Requirements:
· Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution or equivalent combination of education and experience.
· Minimum of 8 years of experience in project management, project controls, engineering, and/or construction.
· Proven ability to manage large-scale, multi-year, and high-visibility projects.
· Strong financial management, forecasting, and reporting skills.
· Experience leading diverse teams and managing vendor deliverables.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
· Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and modern project management tools.
You’ll Stand Out If You Have:
· Experience within energy, utilities, or infrastructure innovation sectors.
· PMP certification or equivalent.
· Advanced understanding of project governance, scheduling, and risk management.
· Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams in dynamic environments.
· A solutions-oriented mindset and the ability to adapt to evolving priorities.
Compensation & Benefits:
· A Competitive Base Salary
· Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage
· Health Savings Accounts (HSA's)
· 401(k) with a Company Match
· Annual Bonus
· Tuition Reimbursement
· Paid Parental Leave
· Flexible Spending Account
TD Thornton is a premier consulting firm specializing in project management and project controls solutions. Our strong onboarding and training program sets our people up for success. All are welcome to apply, especially those with engineering, construction management, business analytics, scheduling, and project management backgrounds and anyone who truly enjoys teamwork. Job OverviewTitle: Senior Project ManagerSector: Electric UtilitiesSeniority: Mid-SeniorLocation: OaklandWork Type: Hybrid (2 day/month in office) As a Senior Project Manager, you will oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of complex energy and infrastructure initiatives focused on innovation and sustainability. This role requires a strategic mindset, technical expertise, and strong leadership to coordinate teams, manage budgets, and deliver high-impact results. You will guide multi-disciplinary projects from conception through completion, ensuring quality, safety, and performance objectives are met.· Lead cross-functional teams through all phases of project delivery, from planning to completion.· Develop and manage detailed project schedules, budgets, and resource forecasts.· Define project scopes, timelines, and deliverables, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.· Oversee vendor coordination, contract execution, and performance tracking.· Identify and mitigate project risks through proactive planning and continuous monitoring.· Track and analyze progress using project management tools and reporting systems.· Ensure compliance with safety standards, quality requirements, and company procedures.· Conduct and document regular project meetings and provide timely status reports to stakeholders.· Manage change control processes, ensuring documentation and approvals are maintained.· Foster collaboration and accountability across all project participants.· Capture lessons learned and recommend improvements for future project execution.The Job Requirements:· Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution or equivalent combination of education and experience.· Minimum of 8 years of experience in project management, project controls, engineering, and/or construction.· Proven ability to manage large-scale, multi-year, and high-visibility projects.· Strong financial management, forecasting, and reporting skills.· Experience leading diverse teams and managing vendor deliverables.· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.· Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and modern project management tools.You’ll Stand Out If You Have:· Experience within energy, utilities, or infrastructure innovation sectors.· PMP certification or equivalent.· Advanced understanding of project governance, scheduling, and risk management.· Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams in dynamic environments.· A solutions-oriented mindset and the ability to adapt to evolving priorities. Compensation & Benefits:· A Competitive Base Salary· Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage· Health Savings Accounts (HSA's)· 401(k) with a Company Match· Annual Bonus· Tuition Reimbursement · Paid Parental Leave· Flexible Spending Account
About TD Thornton
Since 2005, TD Thornton has been helping our clients bridge organizational gaps by providing best-in-class consulting services and staff augmentation. Whether we are part of the contractor’s team or serving as an owner’s representative, we offer a wide spectrum of construction management support services to help our clients mitigate risks and deliver successful project outcomes. We believe our diversity is part of our strength and are proud to be a woman–owned and minority-owned company.
Learn more about us at www.tdthornton.com and on LinkedIn.
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