Project Manager II, Transmission (Hybrid Schedule)

Eversource Energy•Hartford, CT

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

Eversource is seeking a Project Manager II, Transmission in Hartford, CT. This role involves managing large, complex transmission projects in Connecticut within a multi-external stakeholder environment. The goal is to ensure all phases of approved projects are completed efficiently, within scope, on schedule, and within budget. The position requires close collaboration with various internal departments including Transmission Asset Management, Transmission Planning, Design, Land Planning, Construction and Test, Finance, Regulatory Relations, Legal, and Purchasing. The projects are multi-disciplined, involve multiple external stakeholders, are sensitive in nature, and have elevated financial exposure, necessitating direct communication with senior management. The individual will also represent Eversource as an expert witness in regulatory evidentiary proceedings and is expected to utilize leadership skills to manage team performance and development.

Requirements

Minimum five (5) years of Project Management or related experience.
Time can be supplemented by demonstrating competencies commensurate with a Project Manager II experience.
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (preferred) or bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business or the equivalent degree will be considered or equivalent experience.
Valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s License is required.
Through knowledge of Project Management principles and practices.
Demonstrated, through experience, very high standards of professional and project management competence.
Proven leadership, teambuilding, coaching, problem solving, interpersonal and motivational skills required.
Demonstrated ability to schedule, plan and manage numerous complex transmission projects concurrently.
Ability to professionally represent Eversource at municipal meetings providing project overviews and answering questions.
Possesses highly developed communication skills, i.e., the ability to listen, write clearly and concisely, make presentations before senior management and 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/decisions.
Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret information and be sensitive to Corporate and Transmission Business’ strategic plans in formulating project decisions.
Ability to assess team member’s abilities and motivational levels and adapt to appropriate leadership styles to produce optimal performance.
Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.
Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree is preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage large, complex transmission projects in Connecticut in a multi-external stakeholder environment.
Ensure all phases of approved projects are completed efficiently and within scope, on schedule, and within budget.
Work closely with management personnel in Transmission Asset Management, Transmission Planning, Design, Land Planning, Construction and Test, Finance, Regulatory Relations, Legal, and Purchasing.
Represent Eversource as the expert witness for ISO-NE CSC and other regulatory evidentiary proceedings.
Utilize proven leadership skills to manage team member’s performance and develop individuals through developmental behavior interaction techniques.
Oversee the management of all aspects of projects, including the coordination of regulatory approvals and interface with regulators, local elected officials, and town department managers.
Manage the development and process for evaluation of bid documents for engineering, design, and construction, as well as for the procurement of material and support systems.
Ensure that all aspects of the projects are documented and completed in accordance with company policies and all regulations and laws.
Provide written and oral presentations to senior management, local and state governmental agencies, and outside organizations.
Prepare written responses for local, state, or federal regulatory proceedings.
Represent Eversource at municipal meetings, homeowner meetings, or other interested party meetings.
Provide guidance and advice to less experienced personnel and continually develop others in the organization.
Manage performance of team members by identifying expectations, performance standards, and using timely feedback.
Respond to emergency situations as part of an Emergency Restoration assignment.