Principal Project Manager - Transmission and Substation Utility

About the role

We manage complex projects involving multiple disciplines and operating areas, including contract resources. We ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget, and we collaborate with other project managers, work management, and functional managers to optimize resource utilization.

Responsibilities

• Manage large and/or highly complex projects using established project management principles and techniques.
• Directly accountable for delivering projects on time and within budget.
• Interface with external customers for transmission and substation projects, presenting billable costs and negotiating schedules.
• Collaborate with other project managers, work management, and functional managers to ensure optimal resource utilization.
• Acquire and manage contract resources by participating in the contractor selection process, preparing contact requisitions, approving change orders, and evaluating contractor performance.
• Lead and coach team members to improve performance and meet or exceed expectations, mentoring less experienced colleagues.
• Perform backup role for Manager Project Management.

Position Scope

The Project Manager is responsible for project budgets, team performance, and strategic plans to implement projects for various organizations. Responsibilities include managing scope, budget, and schedule within approved parameters and providing detailed reports to the appropriate management team.

Qualifications

• For construction project management: Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field and 7-10 years relevant project management or related experience, OR 9-12 years relevant experience; Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or related field and 7-10 years relevant project management or related experience, OR 9-12 years or relevant experience; Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or achievement within two years of job entry.
• For non-construction project management: Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or related field and 7-10 years relevant project management or related experience, OR 9-12 years or relevant experience; Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or achievement within two years of job entry.
• Demonstrated proficiency and experience managing large, complex projects using project management techniques including: A. Planning and Control (product /work breakdown structures, critical path analysis, scope control techniques); B. Issue and Risk Management (identification, assessment and management of project risks including contingency plans); C. Project Management Tools (methods and techniques for planning, scheduling, resource balancing, monitoring cost); D. Business Case Development (cost/benefit evaluations including net present value analysis); E. Progress Reporting (cost/schedule curves, project status report, earned value analysis).
• Proven leadership ability in a high-performance culture; demonstrated ability to build consensus, communicate effectively, engage others in the required processes, and hold people accountable.
• Valid driver's license and access to an automobile.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3-5 years of supervisory experience (manager roles).
• Master's degree in engineering (or advanced technical degree) or Business Administration.
• Professional Engineer License.
• Experience or knowledge of the specific functional area or discipline (e.g., Utility design/planning/construction experience).

Pay

Annual salary varies based on skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $117,600.00/Yr. – $161,700.00/Yr.

Schedule

May require working extended hours for coverage during storms or other energy delivery emergencies.