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Energy Project Engineer Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson United States, Virginia, Richmond 9201 Arboretum Parkway (Show on map) Jun 10, 2026 Energy Project Engineer LinkedIn
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26008 • Full-Time/Regular Johnson, Mirmiran & Thompson is a dynamic, 100% employee-owned consulting firm with more than 2,800 professionals, providing a full range of multidisciplinary engineering, architecture, information technology, and related services to public agencies and private clients throughout the United States. JMT is currently ranked #45 on Engineering s-Record's list of the Top 500 Design Firms. JMT offers energy design, management, and support services throughout our footprint. Our energy market spans across power generation, power delivery and sustainability, servicing clients in renewables, decarbonization, energy management, and fossil fuels. JMT is looking for an energetic, self-motivated person with experience in an energy related field. This position will be responsible for leading energy project development, client engagement, managing multi-disciplinary projects, selling JMT energy design and support services and collaborating internally with JMT business, market and service lines and regional and office leadership. The position will require an understanding of trends, funding sources, and market guidance.
Position summary:
Responsible for delivering all project objectives for assigned projects including scope, schedule and budget. Essential functions and responsibilities Technical & Sales Leadership & Expertise Active sales and business development person with an emphasis on the energy market growth
Client liaison
Have a thorough knowledge of technical practices, principles, and interrelationships in the energy market
Serve as a technical advisor and knowledge resource by training and assisting other team members
Develop team of subject matter experts
Assist in the strategic planning process Project/Program Management Establish client and project plans aligned with practice and market objectives
Build, maintain and diversify strong client relationships
Participate in selecting project team(s)
Manage team workflow for maximum efficiency and profitability
Engage in meetings, work sessions, and applicable trade shows
Effectively communicate, coordinate, and cooperate with other practices and markets to maximize efficiency and customer service
Manage and complete the project billing process
Perform project management duties including project performance, accounting, accounting, accounts payable and receivable, invoicing, out-of-scope work, etc.
Be engaged with a group of peers that have input on significant decisions which have a broad impact on our markets and operations Staff Management Supervise, develop, and mentor direct reports
Evaluate and anticipate knowledge and skill needs and ensure appropriate project staffing levels to meet them
Coordinate internal work activities internally to provide seamless client service
Set team performance standards to meet practice and market goals of company and coach team members to achieve high performance
Hold direct reports accountable to meet Success Plan and team goals
Management subconsultants Nonessential functions and responsibilities Perform other related duties as assigned Required Skills Proficient in Microsoft Office Required Experience Bachelor's degree or equivalent training andexperience
5-10+ years' experienceworking in the energy field or on energyrelatedprojects Preferred Experience Licensed Professional Engineeror accredited energy professional
Energy related experience- design and/or field related
PMP (Project Management Professional) Certification
CEM (Certified Energy Manager) Certification
Experience working with local clients at the county and statelevel
Experience working with/for national and regional energy clientsand Energy Service Companies
Project management and business development experience
Experience managingmultidisciplineprojectteams Working Conditions Work is performed within a general office environment80% of the time. Work isgenerally sedentaryin nature but may require occasional standing and walking. Lighting and temperature are adequate and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc. within the office environment.
There will be some travel required for client meetings, office interaction, conferences and seminars, etc. Field work isrequiredonoccasionswhere work may be conducted outside in heat/cold, wet/humid, and dry/arid conditions. Some lifting (up to 25lbs.) may berequiredas needed. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.