Project Manager I, Distribution

Disaster Resource Group•Charlotte, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Project Manager I will provide overall successful management of assigned projects including budgets, schedules, resource and workforce allocation, communication and client satisfaction. The PM I is the single point of contact for the successful planning, execution and closeout of assigned projects. This role will manage the Distribution Storm Hardening projects across NW Region areas for Florida Power and Light (FPL). FPL or Legacy Gulf Power experience preferred. This position will be located at the FPL office in Downtown Pensacola Florida.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
5+ years of utility experience required.
Proficient user of WMS, FPL’s work management system.
Proficient user of MS Project and Microsoft Office based applications.
Ability to respond to common inquiries from customers, regulatory agencies, or the business community.
Ability to read and understand documents such as policy manuals, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Utilized common-sense understanding in order to carry out written, oral, or diagrammed instructions.
Maintains confidentiality and uses discretion with business information.
Self-motivated, savvy, reliable, trustworthy, as well as technically competent.
Demonstrated team player.
Demonstrated time management skills.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Ability to constructively manage multiple tasks.
Possess valid driver’s license and vehicle suitable for business use (mileage reimbursement may apply).

Nice To Haves

FPL or Legacy Gulf Power experience preferred.
PMP is preferred.
Ability to travel up to 15%. Overnight stay may be required.

Responsibilities

Ensure that all PM responsibilities are addressed, including developing & maintaining schedules, leading internal and external project status meetings, budgeting and scheduling maintenance, preparing proposals, and taking a significant role in client relationships
Manage project work orders from start through closeout using WMS.
Provide appropriate guidance and input into the development and updating of all project schedules, job cost and other management reports.
Monitor actual versus budgeted costs to complete forecast and budget adjustments.
Complete variance reports when projects have over/under run
Verification of units and billing for Unit Price
Assist with budget calculations.
Participate with monthly, quarterly and annual projections.
Identify potential scheduling delays, develop and implement corrective actions.
Attend and manage weekly update meetings and maintain agenda.
Apply various codes, requirements, regulations, policies, and procedures to all assigned work to create safe and cost-effective designs for all assigned projects.
Use various design software and work management tools.
Develop relationships with key internal and external customers while supporting both company and client’s business goals and expectations while representing themselves both positively and professionally.
Maintain files and records in an organized manner.
Learn, practice, and promote ALL safety policies and procedures 100% of the time.
Perform other duties as assigned by management.