Lead Project Controls, Risk Management (Hybrid Schedule)

Eversource•Westwood, MA

56d•Hybrid

About The Position

We have an exciting leadership role in our Transmission Project Controls Risk Team. Lead and supervise Project Controls Analyst(s) to support and oversee the risk management process and initiatives within the Project Controls Department. This includes providing procedures, processes, practices, tools, dashboards, reports and systems necessary to effectively and proactively manage, control and report on the risk performance for projects of the Transmission Organization. The role is based in Hartford, CT or Westwood, MA. This role supports the development, maintenance and reporting of Key Project Indicators (KPI's) for progress measurement, schedule performance, risk management, project productivity, project and contract change order management, and other key metrics. Goal is to use these to continuously drive efficiency and performance in support of the Project Management Organization. The role facilitates the production of a variety of complex reports and analyses in support of Eversource's project initiation, planning, execution, control, compliance and close-out initiatives. Working closely with all functional departments, this position is tasked with ensuring adherence to Eversource's policies, procedures, and standards and directly supervises Project Controls Staff.

Requirements

Possess a robust understanding of project management principles, processes, methodologies, and practices acquired through experience in project delivery roles.
Knowledge of the utility energy delivery industry
Knowledge of risk management, finance, and analytics.
Ability to anticipate, define and manage solutions to complex, inter-related risk management, finance and /or regulatory issues
Experience with implementing systems, Migrating and integrating data from several source systems.
Exhibit proficiency in quantitative techniques associated with risk management, such as Monte Carlo analysis, statistical modeling, and data-driven decision-making.
Interpret numerical data accurately and derive actionable insights to inform risk mitigation strategies.
Must be able to facilitate discussions, gain consensus, develop action plans and drive implementation
Ability to think and act strategically in a fast-paced environment with frequently shifting and/or conflicting priorities
Ability to work effectively with various levels within the organization
Ability to monitor and analyze risk information and make recommendations
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present in front of large audiences
The individual must be self-reliant with a strong sense of self-motivation, possess good communication skills, and demonstrate the ability to set priorities and support diverse needs.
Previous experience as a people leader and / or working in team environments as well as supporting process improvements and group facilitation.
Bachelor's degree in engineering, economics, IT, accounting, finance, business/management or related degree is required
Equivalent experience in lieu of a bachelor's degree will be considered
Minimum of 10 years of related experience is required
Minimum 2 years of leadership experience

Nice To Haves

Experience in Utility and Energy Delivery is preferred.
Project Management certification (PMP) is highly desirable
Risk Management Certification is highly desirable
Six Sigma is also highly desirable
Advanced degree in related field is highly desirable

Responsibilities

Supports the development, implementation, management and continuous improvement for Project Cost Control and Project Performance processes, methodologies, procedures and services including, but not limited to:
Supports development of risk management policies and procedures.
Review, and update the Project Risk Management (PRM) Plan in collaboration with relevant stakeholders.
Lead in initiating and coordinating all PRM activities, including reviewing risk register, risk requiring action (RRAs) reviews, and status reporting. Facilitate cross-functional collaboration and ensure timely completion of all deliverables.
Ensure compliance of the Risk Registers being maintained in the system of record as a central repository of all identified risks, their attributes, and corresponding response plans.
Work with project stakeholders to update the Risk Register to reflect changes in risk exposure, mitigation efforts, and residual risks.
Implement risk management tools and provide training sessions and ongoing guidance to project team members and stakeholders on the project risk management process, including management principles, techniques, and tools.
Foster a culture of risk awareness and proactive risk management within the project environment.
Works with Project Management, Investment Planning, Operations, Contract Administration, Planning & Scheduling, Engineering, Procurement, Materials Management, Estimating and Project Performance to ensure risk management and Performance Measurement methodologies are in alignment with corporate goals and strategies.
Work with other Risk Management Leadership to oversee the quantitative risk analysis process and tools, which include techniques such as Earned Value Management (EVM), Monte Carlo simulation, sensitivity analysis, and probabilistic modeling.
Collaborate with relevant stakeholders to ensure the accuracy and reliability of risk assessment results.
Produce risk metric, interpret the results of quantitative risk analysis and other monitoring activities to identify trends, emerging risks, and areas of concern.
Provide insightful recommendations for risk levels, risk response strategies and project control actions based on these findings.
Responsible for monitoring Transmission Capital Portfolio Performance against Execution Readiness by reporting on current project funding status, project team development, schedule initiation, key activity aging, and scope refinement.
Responsible for reporting the volume and cost associated with key project lifecycle milestones and resource availability risks.
Prepares written reports, presentations and correspondence as requested.