Capital Project Manager

DTE Energy•Detroit, MI

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Responsible for the completion of intermediate capital construction projects within a large program. Uses formal project management methods to identify and coordinate project team activities including defining scope of work, scheduling, estimating and engineering. Manages costs and change control procedures and ensures project close-out and documentation processes are complete. Span of control: 0; individual contributor job.

Requirements

Master’s or bachelor’s degree in engineering, engineering technology, architecture, construction management, project management, or business/management and 6 years of project management experience.
Associate degree in engineering, engineering technology, architecture/technical design, project management, business/management, construction management, or construction technology and 8 years of related project management experience.
High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 years of related project management experience.
Knowledge of PC & computer-based scheduling and financial tools, including (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Primavera, MS Project, SAP & Maximo)
Communications (written & verbal): creates reports, designs, and conducts presentations at all levels of the Corporation.
Managing capabilities prioritizes, delegates & manages time and workflow effectively.
Analytical & decision-making abilities make decisions systematically; anticipate and mitigate problems, and understand the business implications of decisions.

Nice To Haves

Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
Electrical Distribution, project management experience
Operations experience in the Utility industry

Responsibilities

Develops project scope and coordinates a team of specialists who provide project schedule, cost estimates, and engineering specifications for capital projects within the Pole Top Maintenance Program.
Ensures the completion of engineering, design, coordination and execution into service and project closeout.
Responsible for project expenditures and the cost-effective procurement of labor, equipment, and materials: coordinates with authorized company representatives in conducting proposal reviews, supplier selections, and evaluations; determines contracting strategy congruent with labor utilization strategies.
Supports daily management of on-site construction activities, working with contractors and service providers, including timely completion of work within the approved budget.
Responsible for meeting key performance metrics, including scope, schedule, and budget for projects and/or programs.
Communicates project status to all stakeholders and engages appropriate stakeholders in decisions to ensure a clear understanding of direction and expectations.
Interfaces with internal organizations, plants, suppliers, trade labor organizations (unions), etc. May support contract administration services for blanket orders or other subcontractors and vendors.
Evaluates conditions and consults on solutions to control project risk.
Ensures compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
Completes documentation and record-keeping requirements.