Prin Project Dev Mgr

Consumers Energy; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Consumers Energy is seeking a Principal Project Development Manager in Michigan to oversee large-scale program development, negotiations, and governance across multiple initiatives. The role requires senior leadership engagement and cross-functional coordination to manage investments from $50M to $500M.

The hybrid position combines onsite collaboration with remote work flexibility and relocation support for qualified candidates. Strong strategic planning and mentoring are essential to success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 7+ years in project development, asset acquisition, contracts, senior leadership engagement, and cross-functional leadership.
• Associate's degree plus 9+ years of applicable professional experience.
• High school diploma plus 11+ years of applicable professional experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development, implementation, monitoring, and governance of business processes.
• Lead, mentor, and develop team members to enhance capability and performance.
• Provide leadership for cross-functional teams and drive alignment across stakeholders.
• Administer and manage complex corporate standard work and processes.
• Lead development of complex business cases and due diligence.
• Negotiate and develop large-scale contracts and commercial agreements.
• Direct and oversee highly complex project development activities.
• Coordinate interactions with internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead strategic planning and execution for complex projects and initiatives.
• Present to and communicate with senior leadership and executives.

Skills

Project Development

Major Asset Acquisition

Contract Development

Renewable Energy

Business Administration

Cross-Functional Leadership

Independent Work

Strategic Planning

Mentoring

Accountability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Engineering

Associate's degree in Business/Engineering

High school diploma with 11+ years experience

Job description

Consumers Energy is Michigan’s largest energy provider, providing natural gas and/or electricity to 6.8 million of the state’s 10 million residents in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. Consumers Energy knows job number one is to keep the lights on for customers. We are committed to delivering reliable, clean, and affordable energy to our customers 24/7.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship, e.g., H-1B, TN, etc. Please do not apply if you will need immigration sponsorship for a work visa now or in the future, including sponsorship for H-1B, TN, etc., now or in the future. We are unable to hire individuals with CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT for this position as the position is not eligible for participation in the H-1B lottery program and is not eligible for current or future immigration sponsorship for a work visa.

Location

This is a hybrid (virtual/onsite) position with required onsite days on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday and may be assigned to any Consumers Energy Service Center located throughout Michigan's lower Peninsula. The selected candidate must be within a commutable distance or willing to relocate (relocation package is available for those that qualify).

General Summary Of Job Responsibilities

The Principal Project Development Manager applies extensive and diverse knowledge of management principles and practices across a broad range of assignments and related disciplines. This role independently makes decisions regarding large-scale, highly complex commercial matters and represents the organization in the negotiation and resolution of critical strategic business initiatives.

The position requires the application of advanced techniques, as well as the adaptation and extension of established theories and practices within the field. The incumbent is responsible for interpreting, organizing, and executing highly complex strategic initiatives that present significant business risk. This role oversees multiple large-scale projects and programs simultaneously, with total projected investments typically ranging from $50 million to $500 million.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Oversee the development, implementation, monitoring, and governance of business processes.
• Lead, mentor, and develop team members to enhance organizational capability and performance.
• Provide leadership for cross-functional teams and drive alignment across stakeholders.
• Administer and manage highly complex corporate standard work and business processes.
• Lead the development of complex business cases and conduct comprehensive due diligence activities.
• Negotiate and develop large-scale contracts and commercial agreements.
• Direct and oversee highly complex project development activities.
• Manage and coordinate interactions with third-party stakeholders, both internal and external.
• Lead strategic planning and execution efforts for highly complex projects and business initiatives.
• Engage with, present to, and communicate effectively with senior leadership and executive stakeholders.
• Perform other duties as assigned or as required to support business objectives.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Project Development
• Major Asset Acquisition
• Contract Development and Negotiation
• Knowledge of Renewable Energy Technologies
• Business Administration
• Cross-Functional Team Leadership
• Ability to Work Independently and Exercise Sound Judgment
• Strategic Business Planning, Development, and Implementation
• Resource and Peer Mentoring
• Strong Work Ethic and Professional Accountability

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field, and a minimum of seven (7) years of experience in project development, major asset acquisition, contract development and negotiation, senior leadership engagement, business administration, cross-functional team leadership, strategic business planning and implementation, and resource or peer mentoring.
• [OR] Associate's degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field, and a minimum of nine (9) years of applicable professional experience.
• [OR] High school diploma or equivalent, and a minimum of eleven (11) years of applicable professional experience.

Why should you join our team?

At Consumers Energy, we offer more than just a place to work. We foster a culture that supports career development, growth, and stability, and we take pride in offering our co-workers excellent benefits and compensation packages. We are deliberately creating an inclusive culture that makes our diverse team of co-workers feel valued, supported, and empowered every day. We're a company made up of thousands of people, all with different stories to share and work to do, but we stand united in our company purpose: world class performance delivering hometown service.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation packages
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401k with company match
• Paid parental leave
• Up to 13 paid Holidays
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance Program

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We, at CMS Energy, value Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. It is part of our DNA. We treat our employees with respect, we treat each other fairly and we value the opinions of others. We are passionate about building and nurturing an environment where everyone feels included. We don’t discriminate. We seek to learn about each other and better understand our unique differences. Our uniqueness makes us authentic. We create safe spaces where everyone can be who they truly are. We invite difficult conversations and uncomfortable topics. We value diverse perspectives; this is what makes us great together. We harbor an inclusive environment where employees feel empowered to share their backgrounds, experiences, and ideas. Our Employee Resource Groups, Women in Energy (WE), Minority Advisory Panel (MAP), Pride Alliance of Consumers Energy (PACE), GENERGY (Different Generations), capable (Different Abilities), Interfaith, People Planet Partners, and Veterans Advisory Panel (VAP) are key enablers to living the values of our company culture: Caring, Empowered, Deliberate, Agility, and Ownership.

All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.