Implementation Project Manager - Meter Data Management (MDM)

NISC; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

NISC is seeking an experienced professional to join its Professional Services Division to implement and integrate MDMS with AMI offerings for utilities. You will manage projects, define scope, and ensure successful incorporation of cutting-edge technology for a smarter grid.

The role emphasizes customer focus, rapid learning in a fast-paced environment, and the ability to handle multiple short-term projects across diverse technologies including legacy stacks like C++, Java, and PHP.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of product usage or implementation experience.
• Basic knowledge of configuring applications during implementations.
• Knowledge of CC&B, MDMS, and AMI systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Set up, configure, test and integrate a 3rd party AMI system with the NISC MDMS.
• Define and execute project scope, expectations, and timelines with the customer.
• Work with vendors to flow equipment life cycle processes.

Skills

C++

Java

PHP

Education

Bachelor's degree in business

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced developer with expertise in legacy technology stacks, who finds satisfaction in analytical tasks, but find interacting with people more fulfilling than coding all day? NISC is seeking an individual to join our Professional Services Division, implementing projects that allow utilities to utilize Smart Grid solutions.This role consists of implementing the NISC Meter Data Management System (MDMS) and integrating utility specific Automated Metering Infrastructure (AMI) offerings with the NISC Customer Care and Billing (CC&B). You will play a pivotal role in ensuring the utilities successful incorporation and utilization ofcutting edge technology for a smarter grid. We are seeking an individual with a strong customer focus, enjoys learning in a fast-paced environment, and can manage a high volume of short-term projects.

Essential Duties

• Setup, configure, test and successfully integrate a 3rd party AMI system with the NISC MDMS.
• Clearly define and execute on each projects scope, expectations, and timelines with the customer.
• Help define and workflow the equipment life cycle processes with each of the vendors and technologies utilized by the customer.
• Lead the setup and testing of the automated reading process with the technology available to the customer, such as SFTP or Webservice.
• Lead the setup and testing of the Validation, Estimation, and Editing (VEE) process within the NISC MDMS
• Lead the analysis and mapping of reading data into the NISC MDMS
• Present and share software application usage information and best practices with Member/Customers as it relates to assigned project plan.
• Assist in validating and verifying the accuracy of converted data.
• Assist and provide application support throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assist with basic level conversion analysis.
• Prepare Change Requests (CRs) and follow up through resolution.
• Perform after hours call support as assigned.
• Commitment to NISC's Statement of Shared Values.
• Other duties as assigned.

Desired Experience

• Proficient in legacy technology stacks (C++, Java, PHP)
• Generally, requires 2 - 5 years of product usage or implementation experience.
• Basic knowledge and experience configuring application(s) and testing functionality within the application(s) during an implementation
• Basic knowledge and experience of utility CC&B, MDMS, and AMI systems for electric, water, or gas is considered a plus.
• Basic level knowledge of the Utility or Telecom industries.
• Basiclevelknowledgeof Project Management processes and theory.
• Basic verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic level presentation and training skills.
• Excellent telephone/email etiquette and an ability to deal effectively with Member/Customers.
• Basic research and problem-solving skills with a strong attention to detail.
• Basic level ability to organize and prioritize.
• Basic level ability to set and manage internal and externalMember/Customer expectations.
• Ability to analyze data and draw meaningful business conclusions relevant to Project Management.
• Basiclevelability to demonstrate initiative and accountability.
• Basic level ability to multi task and time manage.
• Moderatelevel ability to demonstrate professionalism.
• Basic level ability to troubleshoot.
• Basic level understanding of change management best practices.
• Basiclevelknowledge of Utility/Telecom software and software integrations.
• Ability to travel as often as necessary to meet the goals and objectives of the position

Desired Education and/or Certification(s)

• Bachelor's degree in a business-related field or equivalent experience preferred

Minimum Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employees must be able to see, speak, and hear, to operate computer keyboards or office equipment, and are required to stand, walk, and sit.

Disclaimer

Management may modify this job description by assigning or reassigning duties and responsibilities at any time.