PM Major Projects-Electric (Job Family)

NiSource • Joliet, IL

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About The Position

Based on the candidate’s experience, this role may be filled at the Associate Project Manager, Project Manager, or Senior Project Manager level. Job Summary Manages the planning, estimating, permitting, scheduling, risk analysis, material procurement, agreements for land, engineering services, pipeline interconnects and reimbursements, prepares projects for bid process and assist with contractor selection, monitors field construction, and in-service facilitation and project close-out, progress and financial monitoring and additional project management of extraordinary gas transmission and distribution facilities and high profile projects requiring specialized project management support and oversight. Manages projects in accordance with all applicable codes and standards, ensuring safe, reliable service to customers in an efficient, economical manner. Collaborates and strategizes with peers within NiSource companies and in industry to ensure cost effective project management. Supports Engineering, New Business, and Sales & Services in cost estimating potential projects. Supports Local Operations through communications and commitment by applying input into projects. Essential Functions Establishes effective scope, schedule, and cost baselines and change management to measure progress against plans and identify when corrective actions are needed Safe/efficient high-quality construction work that complies with policies, practices, and standards Collaboration between project managers, project specialists, and contract construction inspectors Provides construction support for all internal/external customers Completes construction projects which meet customer expectations and budget requirements Promotes relationships with external municipalities and local authorities Timely and accurate invoice payments Effective team relationships throughout field and State staff functions Project success is based on the ability to complete all projects in a safe, reliable manner, within 5% of the cost estimate, on time and with no significant regulatory notices, violations, or citations Monitors and communicates progress of projects related to capital spends and projected spends, project status updates, inspector schedules, and land services requirements

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction, Project Management, or other related field of study or equvalent experience (total 9 years of experience)
• 4-6 years 5+ years’ experience managing construction related projects
• 4-6 years 3+ years’ experience working with pipeline construction contractors
• 4-6 years 3+ years’ experience working with project budgets
• Knowledge of gas system design and operations including gas flow, construction, contracts, and emergency response.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal operating codes and construction codes
• Proficiency with personal computers, construction scheduling software, Microsoft Excel, Power Point Presentations, and other computer software related to pipeline construction project management
• Working knowledge of operations support systems, i.e. WMS, etc.
• DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State Upon Hire
• Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)-PMI Upon Hire

Responsibilities

• Establishes effective scope, schedule, and cost baselines and change management to measure progress against plans and identify when corrective actions are needed
• Safe/efficient high-quality construction work that complies with policies, practices, and standards
• Collaboration between project managers, project specialists, and contract construction inspectors
• Provides construction support for all internal/external customers
• Completes construction projects which meet customer expectations and budget requirements
• Promotes relationships with external municipalities and local authorities
• Timely and accurate invoice payments
• Effective team relationships throughout field and State staff functions
• Monitors and communicates progress of projects related to capital spends and projected spends, project status updates, inspector schedules, and land services requirements

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees