Project Director

TRC, Member of WSP, is a global consulting environmental and engineering firm and one of the top design firms in the energy sector. Together, TRC and WSP’s 83,000 experts create positive, long-lasting impacts for our communities and our clients in the power and energy, transportation and infrastructure, environmental, and property and buildings sectors. As part of our team, you’ll discover a world of opportunities to connect with innovative thinkers, forge your path, and have fun tackling the world’s most challenging projects. At TRC, Member of WSP, you can have a rewarding career on every level.

TRC has long set the bar for clients who require more than just engineering, combining science with the latest technology to devise innovative solutions that stand the test of time. From pipelines to power plants, roadways to reservoirs, schoolyards to security solutions, clients look to TRC for breakthrough thinking backed by the innovative follow-through of an industry leader.

We recognize that the expertise of our staff is our strongest asset, so we generously reward employees for successful performance and invest in their careers through training and the development of new skills and certifications.

This role may work out of other TRC offices anywhere in the US.

The Project Director manages complex pipeline and/or related facility projects and proposals and is responsible for cross functional integration of teams across the project. The PM manages assigned projects from the proposal stage through project completion. The PM will ensure appropriate resources are assigned to the project and manage resources through the completion and issue of client deliverables on time and on budget as dictated by project scope and schedule. The PM responsible for managing project budget and schedule via the change management process and keeping the project accounting system current with project contract value and estimate at completion values.  The PM will need to fully understand the details of project to ensure alignment across all discipline and will ultimately lead a cross functional teams.  The PM will maintain a high degree of external and internal customer service via clear and timely communication and project reporting.

• The Project Director is responsible to lead project teams in successful execution of projects of complexity, acting as primary project advocate and point of communication.
• The Technical Project Manager will lead cross functional teams consisting of ROW acquision, engineering, civil and environmental surveys, permitting, procurement and other disciplines and will be responsible to ensure collaboration, alignment and workflow efficiencies across the team.
• Project proposal development for projects of complexity including:
• Ensure a clear understanding by all disciplines of project scope and terms.
• Facilitate the proposal development including, project execution plan, estimation, compilation and on time delivery ensuring all requirements are met.
• Facilitate a legal review by TRC Legal Staff prior to contract signing.
• Facilitating quotes for subcontracted service and material procurement.
• Compiling project risks and effectively evaluating probability, impact and planning for mitigation and contingency.
• Project resource management including ensuring adequate resources are assigned to the project, monitoring and reporting of man-hours against budget, subcontractor management and procurement execution and tracking. Ability to manage multiple remote resources and coordinate activities across multiple disciplines and offices
• Project financial management.
• Ensure the project’s budgeted costs and profits are met or improved. Ability to strategize and implement methodology to increase project margins.
• Ensure timely and comprehensive change order management.
• Establishment of and maintenance of project cash flows.
• Facilitate efficient project billing, working within company’s accounting practices.
• Able to implement earned value tracking and reporting.
• Project schedule management including the development and upkeep of project schedules for projects of complexity. Ability to understand and schedule project development and construction including sequencing of critical milestones and interdependencies.
• Understand the requirements of TRC’s Quality Control Program and ensure appropriate time, resources and schedule milestones are included in project planning and adherence during project execution.
• Project administration including the proper capture and filing of all project documentation including, contract documents, invoices, meeting minutes, project reports and communications.
• Effectively communicate to the client, project team and TRC management including timely accurate internal and external reporting, executing effective efficient project meetings, and ensuring communication between all project disciplines.
• Project safety, demonstrating safety is a priority via safety leadership, adherence to TRC and client safety policies.

Education:  Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Engineering, Business Management, Finance, Environmental Sciences or Construction Management from an accredited school or University is required. 

Experience:  15+ years project experience is required, with a minimum of 5 years of leading cross discipline teams. Preferred project scopes include pipeline, electrical transmission, fiber and other applicable linear projects.

• Experience leading cross functional teams consisting of ROW acquision, engineering, civil and environmental surveys, permitting, procurement and other disciplines with proven ability to integrate efficiently.
• Large diameter  FERC 7(c) pipeline expertise is a plus.
• Engineer, Procure, Construction Management(EPCM) experience is a plus.
• Ability to work project details to ensure alignment and integration across team.
• Demonstrated ability in leadership, team building, time management, building collaborative environmental, accountability, problem solving and critical thinking.
• Demonstrated strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail to quality control the projects and submit required deliverables.
• Experience with appropriate software tools (Microsoft Office, MS Project, etc.).
• Demonstrated skills in conflict management and organizational problem solving.
• Demonstrated experience managing successful pipeline or transmission projects of complexity.

Working Conditions & Physical requirements:

• Position can be based in an existing TRC office
• Position will require travel as necessary.
• Physically able to perform the essential functions of the position.

Benefits*: TRC offers a competitive benefit package consisting of:

• Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance.
• 401k package that includes both traditional and Roth IRA options and Company match.
• Paid time off contingent upon full time or part time status and level of seniority (ranging from 15 to 25 days per year).
• All full-time employees enjoy a minimum of 8 Paid Holidays per year.
• TRC ensures that all employees, including those that work part-time, receive paid sick, family, and disability leave in accordance with the laws of their state of residence.

*These benefits are applicable to US employees depending on their employment status (full time, part time, or temporary). TRC offers jurisdiction specific benefit packages for International and Puerto Rico employees.

Compensation: In accordance with local law, the below salary range is applicable for the job and location associated with this requisition. Compensation will vary based upon experience, education, skill level, geographical location, and other compensable factors.

Other Compensation: Employee may be eligible for participation in the Company’s annual Discretionary Bonus Program which is contingent on Company, Business Segment, and Individual performance against Key Performance Indicators which vary by year and employee.

TRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The complete job description and application are available on TRC’s career site.

TRC accepts applications for this position on an ongoing, rolling basis and reserves the right to cancel this posting at any time.