Manager - SCADA PCM and Telecom
Iberdrola - Boston, MA
posted 12 days ago
About the position
The Manager - OSW Projects (Systems Integration) is a key role within the Offshore Renewables Business, belonging to the New England Wind Engineering Team, and under the guidance of the global Systems Integration Lead globally, this role is responsible for the delivery of the Systems Integration scope of the New England Wind projects, which is comprised of SCADA, Telecommunications, Protection, Metering, Control and Security scopes of the offshore windfarm, both onshore and offshore. The selected candidate is in charge of the management of the Systems Integration's team and the selected contractors to secure the delivery of this complex and multidisciplinary scope. As such, the selected candidate will have to oversee the strategy definition, design, manufacturing, installation, commissioning and hand-over to O&M of these critical scopes. Join Avangrid Renewables' dynamic Offshore Wind Business as a Principal Program Manager, playing a critical role in the development and execution of a high-profile Key Package for an offshore windfarm. This exciting position offers the opportunity to lead multi-million dollar projects, collaborate with international teams, and contribute to the advancement of renewable energy. As a pivotal member of the Project Leadership Team, you will shape delivery strategies, manage contracts, oversee logistics, and lead offshore contractors, all while ensuring top-tier quality and H&SE standards. Your role will be integral to our global offshore business organization, with activities spanning the US and multiple countries worldwide.
Responsibilities
- Spearhead the delivery of key work scopes or project functions, ensuring seamless coordination among stakeholders and compliance with applicable requirements.
- Drive project to completion on time, within budget, and to the highest HSE and quality standards.
- Design and manage a robust organizational structure for the respective scope, effectively utilizing resources primarily across Europe and the USA.
- Provide strategic delivery advice, conduct risk assessments, and offer recommendations throughout the project lifecycle.
- Manage effectively project risks, specifically those intrinsic to the offshore wind industry.
- Implement offshore standards, procedures, tools, and best practices for large-scale projects.
- Capture and share lessons learned from offshore delivery projects, establishing feedback loops and best practices.
- Act as a core member of the Project Leadership Team, making key project and strategic decisions.
Requirements
- 8+ years of proven project management experience in a delivery-oriented environment of large-scale capital/energy projects in Systems Integration Scopes.
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Sciences or other relevant engineering discipline.
- Effective management of diverse, multinational teams, including joint venture (JV) structures.
- Competence in planning, tendering processes, contracting management, contract negotiations, and delivery of multi-million-dollar contracts.
- Experience of leading teams involved in multidisciplinary work packages in international environments.
- Experience in managing interfaces with corporate teams such as IT, OT, Networks, Fire Protection and Physical Security, and Cybersecurity.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in offshore wind farms, marine works, or oil and gas delivery and operations.
- A Master's degree or relevant professional certifications (PMP, PE) are preferred.
- Knowledge of HSE legislation related to delivery, marine, and offshore key packages.
- Strong relationship management skills, including working with senior leadership and external stakeholders.
- Excellent communication skills to influence key project and business decisions.
- Ability to organize, manage, and ultimately lead teams for package delivery.
- Anticipate problems and implement mitigating solutions.
