Senior Electromobility Project Manager
DKS is proud to be 100% employee-owned with a commitment to making a meaningful difference in our communities. As part of the DKS team you will be part of a collaborative environment where every employee-owner is encouraged to share ideas and participate in strategic discussions focused on shaping the future of transportation and of our firm. At DKS we put our employee-owners first. We realize our unique and diverse employee-owners are the heart of our firm. Not only do we work hard to accomplish our goals, we also play hard to celebrate our victories! We welcome the opportunity for you to become an employee-owner of DKS!
This position be a key member of the DKS leadership team and will work closely with both local and cross-office teams to win and deliver work. They will manage and lead the delivery of transportation electrification projects, including the planning and/or design of fleet electrification, public charging infrastructure, transit electrification, workplace and residential charging, as well as the design of charging infrastructure installation. Our ideal candidate will have knowledge in multiple areas, such as:
- EVs (light, medium and heavy-duty)
- Fleet operations and planning
- EV charging hardware
- EV charging software including load management
- Electrical systems planning and design
- Bi-directional charging (Vehicle to grid integration)
- Resiliency & distributed energy resources
- Electric rate tariffs
- LCFS/Clean Fuels credits
- Applicable policies and regulations
- ther alternative fuels (H2, LNG, CNG, etc.)
- Financial incentives for EVs and EVSE including grants and rebates
What will you be doing?
- Managing electromobility projects of varying complexity including scope, schedule, budget, earned value analysis, staffing allocation, and accounts receivable
- Leading electromobility planning and/or design projects
- Overseeing the preparation of electromobility planning and design project efforts
- Overseeing and reviewing the preparation of final design plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) for projects that may include fleet operations, EV charging hardware, electrical systems, bidirectional charging and more (preferred).
- Attending and leading client and project team meetings to provide project updates, resolve planning and design issues, and coordinate design elements with other disciplines
- Understand and educate others on applicable policies, regulations and funding opportunities such as grants and rebates.
- Building relationships with clients and teaming partners
- Mentoring junior staff in their professional growth and enhancing their skills
- Supporting the pursuit of new projects in partnership with our electromobility leadership team
- Pursuing additional professional growth opportunities in project management, business development, technical expertise, etc.
Don’t meet every requirement? Studies show that women, communities of color and historically underrepresented talent are less likely to apply to a position unless they meet every single qualification of the job. At DKS Associates we are dedicated to building a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we strongly encourage you to apply. You may be just who we're looking for.
What are we looking for?
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Planning, Environmental Studies, Data Science or similar field
- 10+ years of experience in the energy industry, utilities, electrical engineering, civil engineering, planning, automotive, transit, fleet management, technology or similar field
- Project management experience within the A/E industry
- Ability to immediately support business development by securing pursuits
- Strong research and data analysis skills
- Curiosity and eagerness to be an industry thought leader
- Understanding of electrical design related to AC and DC charging
- Working knowledge of industry practices and regulations
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- GIS and/or data analysis skills
We offer:
- At least 15 Vacation Days & 8.66 Sick Pay Days
- 8 Paid Holidays
- Employer paid Disability, Life, AD&D Insurance Coverage
- 100% DKS paid Medical Premium for our employee-owners
- 80% DKS paid Medical Premium for spouse and dependents of our employee-owners
- Extremely affordable Dental, & Vision Plans
- Flexible Spending Account (Health Care & Dependent Care), Transit Flexible Spending Account
- Health Savings Account Options
- Paid Jury/Witness Duty
- Paid Bereavement
- Leave without Pay
- Transit Subsidy
- Pre-tax Commuter Option
- Referral Bonus Program
- DKS funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- 401k Pre-tax and Roth options
- Monthly Cell Phone Reimbursement
Our Commitment to your Professional Growth
- Training & Educational Assistance
- Professional Registration Award
- Technical & Professional Societies
- Conferences & Seminars
- Annual Bonus Program
- Years of Service Awards
- Hybrid Work Schedules
Salary Range:
Senior Project Manager/Principal: $199,900 - $257,200 per year
DKS Associates is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status such as race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age.
