Program Manager, Distribution Communications Engineering (Hybrid Schedule)

Eversource Energy•Nashua, NH

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role is for a technical project manager principally responsible for the delivery (scope, schedule, and budget) of assigned projects within Distribution Communications Engineering. The role involves defining specific project tasks, developing and tracking project schedules, providing regular project status reporting, and ensuring successful project execution aligned with organizational business priorities. It also includes coordinating with numerous internal stakeholders involved in the design, planning, execution, and commissioning of wireless communications systems. The Project Manager will lead Engineering, Operations, and IT team members, responsible for planning and executing both Operations and IT tasks throughout the project lifecycle. They will ensure the project adheres to proper methodology, produces high-quality deliverables, and reports project quality and status to the Manager of Distribution Communications. The individual is expected to be self-driven, highly motivated, and capable of leading a team through the development and execution of the capital program within Distribution Communications. Collaboration with other managers and employees across the organization is essential for effectiveness, consistency, and teamwork. The role requires timely identification of risks, issues, and decisions, with the ability to prioritize competing project and stakeholder needs for measurable success. Close collaboration with employees and management from System Operations, Engineering, I.T. (Real Time Systems, Security, PMO), Operations, Finance, Communication, Community Relations, Regulatory, Legal, Real Estate, and Procurement is expected.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics or related discipline.
Minimum of eight (8) years related industry experience, with at least (2) years of experience managing teams and projects related to the delivery of an Operational Technology system.
Knowledge of and experience with electric distribution system operations required.
Fully knowledgeable and proficient in all aspects of the project management Body of Knowledge and PMI certification in preferred.
Experienced in successfully managing large complex Operational Technology projects with multiple tracks and be able to cite practical examples of this including example deliverables.
Experienced with Microsoft Project software as preferred software tool for project management.
High energy, detail-oriented individual who will demonstrate: high caliber communication, leadership and people skills; strong organizational skills; and the ability to successfully initiate, track, report and close projects.
Able to collaborate and coordinate activities with diverse groups, including stakeholders, sponsors, leads, vendors, other project managers, and technical staff; possess a strong process orientation including producing high quality documentation artifacts.
Basic understanding of electrical distribution system operations, including but not limited to SCADA systems, electrical connectivity, distributed energy resources, communication infrastructure (i.e.: point-to-point, radio/cellular, fiber, SCADA, etc), technical communications protocols and device interoperability.
Understanding of existing and cutting-edge electric distribution technology and operations; must have experience in managing projects in the electric distribution industry.
Proven leadership, teambuilding, coaching, problem solving, interpersonal and motivational skills.
Highly developed communication skills, (i.e.: the ability to listen, write clearly and concisely, make presentations before senior management & external stakeholders, ability to discuss ideas and be persuasive, and able to work effectively with all levels within Eversource, government agencies and outside organizations).
Ability to grasp concepts, analyze project information, determine facts, be sensitive to underlying issues, and make well thought out recommendations and decisions.
Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B, O-1, J-1, TN, E-3, etc.). Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered.

Nice To Haves

Project management certification is preferred.
PMI certification in preferred.
Experienced with Microsoft Project software as preferred software tool for project management.

Responsibilities

Lead Engineering, Operations, and IT technical project team to successful execution of assigned projects within Distribution Communications Engineering.
Manage resources of different disciplines to produce results in a timely manner.
Develop efficient project strategies and tactics to successfully allocate resources throughout the project lifecycle.
Meet with stakeholders and steering committee as needed to make communication easy and transparent regarding project issues and decisions on services.
Monitors risks, issues and interdependencies that may impact scope, milestone schedule, cost, or solution alignment (e.g., different processes or architectures).
Oversee development of project approval documentation with need statement, scope, description of technical solution, alternatives considered, risks and mitigations, budget, and timeline.
Continuously manage and analyze project’s progress against budget, schedule and scope and develop and implement strategies to maintain course including management of change control process.
Prepare and deliver both written and oral communications that are clear, concise and comprehensive reports on project status to management.
Ensure the timely and accurate preparation of all project submittments.
Drive the initiation, review and approval of all project-related labor and material purchase orders.
Initiate and tightly monitor project change request documentation for project changes.
Maintain project budget and provide regular financial projections.
Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.