Sr Project Manager (Transmission)-Oakbrook Terrace, IL
About The Position
The centralized transmission department focuses on long term investments in new GIS and capacity expansion that requires experience in multi-year planning with a matrixed project team to be successful. Executive communication, monthly financial forecasting and risk mitigation are key priorities to ensure project stakeholder management is at the forefront. This role manages transmission projects consisting of cross-functional teams involving multiple disciplines and multiple operating areas including contract resources. The Sr Project Manager is responsible for managing the scope, schedule, budget, and safety performance of multiple projects and programs, leading project teams through business case / capital approval process, development and execution of project plans and project closeout. These projects typically have budgets ranging from $250K to $15 million. The position may also manage business initiative projects with direct accountability for project execution while leading a team to accomplish objectives within a given time frame and with limited resources. The Principal Project Manager is an individual contributor accountable for project budgets, team performance and developing strategic plans to implement projects for various organizations. Responsibilities also include managing scope, budget and schedule within approved parameters and providing structured and detailed reports to the appropriate Management team. Tasks may include but are not limited to, ensuring the 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 external customers, vendors, townships and regulatory agencies, project quality assurance, and change management. The role interacts routinely with key internal and external stakeholders including senior management, the Utility's largest customers, and governmental and regulatory officials. Position may be required to work extended hours for coverage during storms or other energy delivery emergencies.
Requirements
- For construction project management: Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field and 4-7 years relevant project management or related experience, OR High School Diploma and 6-9 years of relevant project management or related experience
- For non-construction project management: Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or related field and 4-7 years relevant project management or related experience, OR High School Diploma and 6-9 years of relevant project management or related experience
- Certified associate in project management (CAPM) or achieve CAPM within two years of job entry (PMP certification will fulfill this requirement)
- Demonstrated and documented success at managing projects
- Ability to work independently and as a team leader including the ability to handle conflicting priorities in a multi task environment
- Demonstrated strong independent judgment skills
- Demonstrated strong interpersonal and time management skills
- Valid driver's license and access to an automobile
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree in engineering (or advanced technical degree) or Business Administration
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or Professional Engineer License
- Experience or knowledge of the specific functional area or discipline (e.g., Utility design/planning/construction or Information Technology experience)
Responsibilities
- Responsible and accountable for overall project performance for projects including major transmission, substation, distribution, and gas construction, new technology programs, information technology and organizational initiatives.
- Ensures project costs, schedule and scope are managed, including the development of recovery plans, to stay within approved limits.
- Interface with external and internal stakeholders to coordinate project requirements.
- Serve as the primary communicator with the sponsor and key stakeholders on project issues, including executive level and interdepartmental presentations.
- Ensures a good working relationship between the project team, line managers, and interfacing organizations.
- Coach and lead team members to ensure completion of assigned tasks and understanding of their respective responsibilities.
- Lead project teams through business case / capital approval process, development and execution of project plans and project closeout.
- Manage transmission projects consisting of cross-functional teams involving multiple disciplines and multiple operating areas including contract resources.
- Manage business initiative projects with direct accountability for project execution while leading a team to accomplish objectives within a given time frame and with limited resources.
- Accountable for project budgets, team performance and developing strategic plans to implement projects for various organizations.
- Manage scope, budget and schedule within approved parameters and provide structured and detailed reports to the appropriate Management team.
- Ensure the 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 external customers, vendors, townships and regulatory agencies, project quality assurance, and change management.
- Interact routinely with key internal and external stakeholders including senior management, the Utility's largest customers, and governmental and regulatory officials.
Benefits
- Annual salary will vary based on a candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $100,800.00/Yr. – $138,600.00/Yr.
- Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 15%
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
