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Job Summary/Objective:

The Project Manager I will support the execution of infrastructure projects with a focus on permitting and site acquisition. This role involves coordinating with internal teams, external stakeholders, and jurisdictional authorities to ensure timely approvals, compliance with zoning ordinances, and alignment with project goals. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, proactive, and skilled in navigating complex regulatory environments.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Conduct research and review jurisdictional zoning ordinances related to infrastructure siting and permitting.
• Prepare and communicate preliminary zoning and permitting analyses to internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Develop site-specific design and permitting strategies based on jurisdictional requirements.
• Prepare and submit zoning and permit applications, ensuring accuracy and completeness.
• Review architectural drawings and other collateral for zoning and permitting compliance.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, and interdisciplinary teams to obtain necessary approvals.
• Work proactively to expedite jurisdictional approval processes and meet project timelines.
• Provide regular updates to clients and stakeholders on project status, risks, and milestones.
• Facilitate formal project reviews to identify risks, define deliverables, and ensure successful execution.
• Ensure compliance with internal processes and regional standards for communication, project management, and engineering.
• Lead cross-departmental project reviews and close-outs, documenting lessons learned and process improvements.
• Identify and assess project risks, applying proven project management techniques to mitigate delays or issues.

Minimum Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree 
• 0-2 years of experience 

Preferred and Additional Eligibility Qualifications:

• PMP Certification

Skills Required:

• Demonstrates a proactive approach to resolving issues, maintaining high standards of project execution with attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills for clear information sharing and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to conduct in-depth evaluations and analytics of complex issues to inform decision-making.
• Proven track record of managing multiple competing priorities effectively and simultaneously.
• Skilled in leading cross-functional teams to drive projects forward and achieve shared objectives.
• Adept at identifying project risks and developing mitigation strategies to ensure timely and budget-compliant project completion.
• Experienced in guiding large-scale, data-driven product deliveries that meet organizational needs.
• in leading multi-department teams, clarifying requirements, resolving conflicts, and driving progress toward common goals.
• Expert in collaborating with subject matter experts to design scalable workflows and deliver training on standard processes.

Direct/Indirect Supervisory Responsibility: 

• N/A

Work Environment/Physical Demands/Travel Required:

• Office environment with long periods of sitting and computer work.   
• Full-time role, 40 hours per week, with occasional travel to client offices and project sites as needed.   

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Other Duties

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