Assistant Project Manager, Power Systems

Assistant Project Manager, Power Systems

Syracuse, NY | Toronto, ON | Hybrid

Are you an emerging engineering professional looking to expand beyond purely technical work into project leadership? Do you want to develop your career at the intersection of power systems engineering and project delivery? Are you energized by working on some of the most significant energy infrastructure projects being built in the US today?

If this sounds like you, or you're curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity. Join our Power Systems Department as our new Assistant Project Manager and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future.

You will be part of an elite team of power system engineers and play a pivotal role in delivering advanced solutions for a wide variety of clients, including energy-intensive industries like semiconductor manufacturing, municipal entities, data center mega campuses, and pioneers in renewable energy. With our substantial growth, seize the opportunity to shape our strategy and contribute to our agile team's rich pipeline of projects.

With growth horizons in cutting-edge domains like HVDC, solar photovoltaics, and offshore wind, our energetic and inventive team, bolstered by global specialists, is committed to advancing Ramboll's reach across the US, notably in states championing progressive climate objectives and sustainability measures. At the heart of our mission is the conviction that electricity is the cornerstone of the green transition toward a carbon-neutral future. Join us in our unwavering pursuit to realize this vision.

As our new Assistant Project Manager, you will work closely with senior Project Managers and technical leads to support the planning, execution, and delivery of power systems engineering projects across our growing portfolio. This is a role for someone who is technically grounded in electrical engineering, eager to grow into project ownership, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced, client-facing environment.

You will gain direct exposure to project management fundamentals, client relationship management, and multi-disciplinary coordination, all within the context of meaningful infrastructure projects spanning substation design, large-scale renewables, and grid interconnection.

Your key responsibilities will be:

• Assist Project Managers in developing, tracking, and updating project plans, schedules, and budgets across active engagements
• Coordinate project activities across disciplines, ensuring deliverables are documented, tracked, and completed on time
• Monitor project progress against milestones and financial targets, flagging issues early and supporting resolution with the Project Manager
• Liaise with clients, subconsultants, and internal technical staff to gather information and keep project objectives aligned with client expectations
• Support preparation of project reports, meeting minutes, status updates, and client presentations
• Assist in the management of project resources, including labor planning and equipment procurement coordination
• Conduct risk assessments and assist in the development and tracking of mitigation strategies
• Ensure compliance with Ramboll QA/QC procedures and applicable industry standards throughout project execution
• Support business development activities, including proposal preparation and fee estimation
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment that values technical excellence, integrity, and continuous improvement

From the moment you start at Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you can continue to grow with the company. While we look forward to supporting your continued learning and development, for this role we have identified some qualifications, skills, and capabilities that will set you up for success.

These include:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or a closely related field
• 2 to 5 years of experience in a power systems or electrical engineering role, with exposure to project-based work preferred
• Working knowledge of power systems engineering concepts, including substation design, generation interconnection, or transmission planning
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities, with attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to interface professionally with clients and external stakeholders
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams); experience with project management tools such as MS Project is a plus
• PMP certification or active pursuit of PMP is a plus
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and take initiative when needed

Founded in Denmark, Ramboll is a foundation-owned people company. We have more than 18,000 experts working across our global operations in 35 countries. Our experts are leaders in their fields, developing and delivering innovative solutions in diverse markets including Buildings, Transport, Planning & Urban Design, Water, Environment & Health, Energy, and Management Consulting. We invite you to contribute to a more sustainable future working in an open, collaborative, and empowering company. Combining local experience with global knowledge, we together shape the societies of tomorrow.

Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. We believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that's where we start and how we work. At Ramboll, our core strength is our people, and our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act. Being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. We embrace an inclusive mindset that looks for fresh, diverse, and innovative perspectives. We respect, embrace, and invite diversity in all forms to actively cultivate an environment where everyone can flourish and realize their full potential.

Please submit your application. Be sure to include all relevant documents including your CV, cover letter, etc.

Thank you for taking the time to apply! We look forward to receiving your application.

Our mission is to create sustainable societies where people and nature flourish. This means that a culture of inclusion is embedded in everything we do. Our people bring diverse backgrounds and experiences to the company, enabling us to deliver innovative and forward-thinking solutions to our clients. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when, and how much you work. At Ramboll, we offer flexibility as part of our positive and inclusive approach to work. We are committed to equal employment opportunity, regardless of age, disability or medical condition, gender identity, marriage and domestic partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, ancestry, or national origin, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation, military service and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Ramboll wants to ensure opportunities are accessible to candidates with disabilities. So, please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it more comfortable for you. You can contact us at job.advert.accessibility@ramboll.com with such requests.

At Ramboll, we are committed to fair and transparent compensation practices that support our people and our purpose of creating sustainable societies. The anticipated base salary range for this position is $72,000 to $86,000 per year. This range reflects the compensation we reasonably expect to offer at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and internal equity. Because we operate across multiple U.S. markets, pay may differ depending on the cost of labor in specific locations. In addition to base salary, this position may be eligible for bonus, overtime or other forms of compensation and we offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports well-being, professional development, and work-life balance. Our recruiters are happy to share more about the specific salary range and total rewards package applicable to your location during the hiring process.