Principal Project Manager - DER Interconnection

ComEd•Oakbrook Terrace, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Exelon is leading the energy transformation and is seeking problem solvers, innovators, community builders, and change makers to deliver solutions that make diverse cities and communities stronger, healthier, and more resilient. Exelon is a Fortune 200 company with 20,000 colleagues serving over 10.7 million customers across six energy companies. They are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every person can thrive, focusing on purposeful careers, growth opportunities, community impact, and support to thrive. Exelon values diverse voices, fresh perspectives, and bold thinking, and offers competitive compensation, incentives, excellent benefits, and the opportunity to build a rewarding career.

Requirements

For construction project management: Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field and 7-10 years relevant project management or related experience, OR in lieu of Bachelor's degree, 9-12 years relevant project management or related experience.
For non-construction project management: Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or related field and 7-10 years relevant project management or related experience, OR in lieu of Bachelor's degree, 9-12 years relevant project management or related experience.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or achieve PMP within two years of job entry.
Demonstrated proficiency and experience managing large, complex projects using project management techniques including: Planning and Control (work breakdown structures, critical path analysis, scope control), Issue and Risk Management (identification, assessment, management, contingency plans), Project Management Tools (planning, scheduling, resource balancing, cost monitoring), Business Case Development (cost/benefit evaluations, net present value analysis), Progress Reporting (cost/schedule curves, status reports, earned value analysis).
Proven leadership ability in a high-performance culture.
Demonstrated ability to build consensus, communicate effectively, engage others, and hold people accountable.
Valid driver's license and access to an automobile.

Nice To Haves

3-5 years of supervisory experience (manager roles).
Master's degree in engineering (or advanced technical degree) or Business Administration.
Professional Engineer License or PMP certification highly preferred.
Experience or knowledge of the specific functional area or discipline (e.g., Utility design/planning/construction/interconnection experience).

Responsibilities

Manage complex transmission, substation, distribution, and/or interconnection projects with cross-functional teams, multiple disciplines, operating areas, and contract resources.
Manage the scope, schedule, budget, and safety performance of multiple projects and programs.
Lead project teams through the business case/capital approval process, development and execution of project plans, and project closeout.
Manage high-profile business initiative projects with direct accountability for project execution.
Acquire and manage contract resources, including contractor selection, requisition preparation, change order approval, payment authorization, and performance evaluation.
Lead and coach team members to improve performance and mentor less experienced colleagues.
Acquire zoning variations and permits for large projects by presenting project details to city zoning boards and public hearings.
Perform backup role for Manager Project Management.
Present billable costs to external customers and negotiate schedules for transmission and substation projects.
Collaborate with other project managers, work management, and functional managers for optimal resource utilization.
Serve as the primary communicator with the project sponsor and key stakeholders on project issues, including executive-level presentations.
Ensure completion of business cases, budgetary approvals, project scheduling, requirements engineering, design and engineering tasks, vegetation management reviews, project reporting, project financial analysis, major equipment procurement, environmental analysis, obtaining real estate, and relationship management with customers, vendors, townships, and regulatory agencies.
Ensure project quality assurance and manage change.

Benefits

Annual salary will vary based on a candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $117,600.00/Yr. – $161,700.00/Yr.
Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 20%
401(k) match and annual company contribution
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Life and disability insurance
Generous paid time off options, including vacation, sick time, floating and fixed holidays, maternity leave and bonding/primary caregiver leave or parental leave
Employee Assistance Program and resources for mental and emotional support
Wellbeing programs such as tuition reimbursement, adoption and surrogacy assistance and fitness reimbursement
Referral bonus program
And much more