Capital Project Manager

DTE Energy; Detroit (MI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

DTE Energy in Detroit manages intermediate capital construction projects within a large program, applying formal PM methods to define scope, schedule, and cost. It coordinates multidisciplinary teams and ensures project close-out with proper documentation.

The role involves on-site and hybrid work, cost control, and stakeholder communications, with a focus on safety and regulatory compliance. A PMP and utility-industry experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s or bachelor’s degree in engineering, engineering technology, architecture, construction management, project management, or business/management with 6 years PM experience
• Associate degree with 8 years related PM experience
• High School Diploma and 10 years related PM experience
• PMI PMP certification is preferred for this role

Responsibilities

• Develops project scope and coordinates a team of specialists for schedule, cost estimates, and engineering specs
• Manages costs, procurement, and change control; ensures project close-out and documentation
• Oversees on-site construction activities with contractors and service providers
• Ensures project metrics (scope, schedule, budget) are met and communicated to stakeholders
• Interfaces with internal orgs, plants, suppliers, unions, and vendors; supports contract administration

Skills

Project scheduling

Cost management

Stakeholder communication

Team coordination

Education

Master or Bachelor in engineering or related field

Associate degree in engineering or related field

High school diploma with 10+ years PM experience

Tools

Primavera

MS Project

SAP

Maximo

Job description

DTE is one of the nation’s largest diversified energy companies. Our electric and gas companies have fueled our customer’s homes and Michigan’s progress for more than a century. And as Michigan’s largest source of renewable energy, we’re creating a cleaner, healthier environment to power our future. We’re also serving communities beyond Michigan, where our affiliated businesses offer renewable energy, emission control technologies, and energy services to industries in 19 states.

But we’re more than a leading energy company... and working at DTE is more than just a job. At DTE, we take great care of each other and our customers, and we use our energy to be a force for growth and prosperity in our communities. When you join us, you’ll be part of a team that welcomes, recognizes, and celebrates differences and values everyone’s health, safety, and wellbeing. Are you ready to make that kind of difference? Bring your energy to DTE. Together, we can achieve great things.

Testing Required: Not Applicable

Hybrid Role: This role is hybrid, with an established schedule of in-person work required at an assigned work location. Any remote work is expected to be performed from an employee’s primary residence, unless allowed (or prohibited) through the Company’s remote work guidelines.

Emergency Response: Yes – Must be available to perform a primary assignment in support of DTE’s emergency response to storms or other events that impact service to our customers.

Job Summary

Responsible for the completion of intermediate capital construction projects within a large program. Uses formal project management methods to identify and coordinate project team activities including defining scope of work, scheduling, estimating and engineering. Manages costs and change control procedures and ensures project close-out and documentation processes are complete. Span of control: 0; individual contributor job.

Key Accountabilities

• Develops project scope and coordinates a team of specialists who provide project schedule, cost estimates, and engineering specifications for capital projects within the Pole Top Maintenance Program.
• Ensures the completion of engineering, design, coordination and execution into service and project closeout.
• Responsible for project expenditures and the cost-effective procurement of labor, equipment, and materials: coordinates with authorized company representatives in conducting proposal reviews, supplier selections, and evaluations; determines contracting strategy congruent with labor utilization strategies.
• Supports daily management of on-site construction activities, working with contractors and service providers, including timely completion of work within the approved budget.
• Responsible for meeting key performance metrics, including scope, schedule, and budget for projects and/or programs.
• Communicates project status to all stakeholders and engages appropriate stakeholders in decisions to ensure a clear understanding of direction and expectations.
• Interfaces with internal organizations, plants, suppliers, trade labor organizations (unions), etc. May support contract administration services for blanket orders or other subcontractors and vendors.
• Evaluates conditions and consults on solutions to control project risk.
• Ensures compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Completes documentation and record-keeping requirements.

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements

This is a multi-track base requirement job; education and experience requirements can be satisfied through one of the following three options:

• Master’s or bachelor’s degree in engineering, engineering technology, architecture, construction management, project management, or business/management and 6 years of project management experience.
• Associate degree in engineering, engineering technology, architecture/technical design, project management, business/management, construction management, or construction technology and 8 years of related project management experience.
• High School Diploma or equivalent and 10 years of related project management experience.

Preferred

Other Qualifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
• Electrical Distribution, project management experience
• Operations experience in the Utility industry

Other Qualifications

• Knowledge of PC & computer-based scheduling and financial tools, including (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Primavera, MS Project, SAP & Maximo)
• Communications (written & verbal): creates reports, designs, and conducts presentations at all levels of the Corporation.
• Managing capabilities prioritizes, delegates & manages time and workflow effectively.
• Analytical & decision-making abilities make decisions systematically; anticipate and mitigate problems, and understand the business implications of decisions.

Additional Information

Incumbents may engage in all or some combination of the activities and accountabilities, and utilize a variety of the competencies cited in this description depending upon the organization and role to which they are assigned. This description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents in this job. It is not intended as an all-inclusive list of accountabilities or responsibilities, nor is it intended to limit the rights of supervisors or management representatives to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.

PRIVACY NOTICE TO CALIFORNIA JOB APPLICANTS

At DTE Energy, we are committed to providing an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and a sense of belonging. We seek individuals with a heart for service, a passion to help our communities prosper, and ideas to help shape the future of energy. We are proud to be an equal opportunity, employer that considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, disability, national origin, citizenship, height, weight, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable federal and/or state laws.