Project Manager, Associate or Intermediate (ENG)

ITC Holdings•Novi, MI

About The Position

The Project Manager, Associate or Intermediate (ENG) manages multiple concurrent transmission electric system capital improvement projects from initiation through completion. The role assembles and coordinates cross-functional project teams for high-priority projects, leading them to achieve project objectives on time, within scope, and within authorized budgets. It facilitates baseline schedule development, tracks construction dates and progress, identifies at-risk activities, and addresses issues to prevent delays. The Project Manager facilitates project meetings, acts as an escalation point for issues, risks, and change requests, and communicates status to leadership and stakeholders. The role monitors and controls project costs through cash flow projections and cost comparisons, and reviews contractor quotes, change orders, and invoices. The position also works with personnel across the company and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or relevant equivalent experience and/or education for the Associate level; alternatively, at least eight years of progressively responsible project and/or construction management experience in electric utility construction or equivalent experience and/or education.
For the Intermediate level, a bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management (or relevant equivalent) and at least two years of progressively responsible project and/or construction management experience in the electric utility industry or equivalent experience and/or education; alternatively, at least ten years of progressively responsible project and/or construction management experience in electric utility construction.
Some experience identifying alternative solutions and performing risk assessments.
Some experience coordinating and negotiating with outside vendors or third parties to meet project deadlines.
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications.
Effective communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and/or projects simultaneously.
Ability to travel on short notice.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and in a team environment.
Must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer; ITC does not sponsor employment visas such as H-1B or TN visas.

Nice To Haves

Transmission electric system capital project experience is strongly preferred.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI) is preferred.
Familiarity with creating project schedules; experience using Primavera, Microsoft Project, or equivalent scheduling software is preferred.
Familiarity with electric utility construction processes is preferred.
Familiarity with electric substation and line equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage multiple concurrent transmission electric system capital improvement projects from initiation through completion.
Assemble cross-functional teams for high-priority projects and coordinate their efforts.
Lead high-priority project teams to complete projects on time, within scope, and within authorized budgets.
Facilitate development of detailed baseline schedules, including critical paths and milestones.
Update construction dates for assigned projects in the project schedule each month.
Monitor progress toward schedules and identify at-risk activities, addressing issues before they cause delays.
Facilitate project status, coordination, scheduling, lessons-learned, and other meetings with teams and stakeholders.
Act as an escalation point for project issues, risks, and change requests; resolve issues and escalate concerns to appropriate leadership.
Monitor and control project costs by preparing monthly cash flow projections, comparing actual and committed costs with estimates, and identifying cost variances requiring action.
Review construction contractor quotes and issue purchase order requisitions to engage contractors.
Review and approve construction contractor change orders and invoices.
Communicate project status, issues, and risks to leadership and stakeholders in a timely and effective manner.
Work with personnel across company areas to ensure project objectives are achieved.
Perform other duties as assigned.