Project Manager I

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangement

Annual bonus

Salary increase opportunities

Monthly recognition events

Wellness initiatives

Generous benefits package

Job summary

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation seeks an entry-level Project Manager I to support project delivery within its territory on a hybrid schedule. The role focuses on planning, scheduling, budgeting, and stakeholder coordination under supervision.

You will assist with plans, schedules, budgets, risk management, and governance while learning the company’s project management standards and software tools. A Bachelor's degree and valid driver's license are required for this opportunity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, Project Management, or related discipline.
• 0-3 years of project management, engineering, construction, operations, or related experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with development and maintenance of project execution plans.
• Coordinate project activities with engineering, construction, procurement, operations, and other functional teams.
• Support development and maintenance of project schedules and milestone tracking.
• Assist with monitoring project budgets, commitments, and expenditures.
• Collect and report project performance information and key performance indicators.
• Participate in project team meetings and document actions, decisions, and follow-up items.
• Support project risk identification, tracking, and mitigation activities.
• Maintain project documentation, meeting records, and governance requirements.
• Assist with change management and project reporting processes.
• Support project closeout activities and lessons learned documentation.
• Learn and apply company project management standards and governance requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills.
• Experience supporting capital projects.
• Familiarity with project scheduling software.
• Knowledge of project management principles.
• Exposure to budgeting and forecasting processes.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management

Bachelor's degree in Business/Project Management

Tools

MS Office

Scheduling software

Job description

Project Manager I - Hybrid within Chesapeake Utilities Territory

The incumbent works under close supervision and is expected to progressively develop skills in project delivery, stakeholder management, risk management, budgeting, scheduling, and project leadership.

What makes us great

At the heart of our Company is a dedication to delivering energy that drives progress. We put people first, work to keep them safe and build trusting relationships.

What you'll be working on

• Assist with development and maintenance of project execution plans.
• Coordinate project activities with engineering, construction, procurement, operations, and other functional teams.
• Support development and maintenance of project schedules and milestone tracking.
• Assist with monitoring project budgets, commitments, and expenditures.
• Collect and report project performance information and key performance indicators.
• Participate in project team meetings and document actions, decisions, and follow-up items.
• Support project risk identification, tracking, and mitigation activities.
• Maintain project documentation, meeting records, and governance requirements.
• Assist with change management and project reporting processes.
• Support project closeout activities and lessons learned documentation.
• Learn and apply company project management standards and governance requirements.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills.
• Experience supporting capital projects.
• Familiarity with project scheduling software.
• Knowledge of project management principles.
• Exposure to budgeting and forecasting processes.

Who you are

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, Project Management, or related discipline.
• 0-3 years of project management, engineering, construction, operations, or related experience.
• Valid Driver's License required.

What's in it for you?

• Flexible work arrangement
• Competitive base salary
• Fantastic opportunities for career growth
• Cooperative, supportive and empowered team atmosphere
• Annual bonus and salary increase opportunities
• Monthly recognition events
• Endless wellness initiatives and community events
• Robust and customizable benefit packages-choose what works best with your life. Options include generous 401k, medical, dental and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, compensated volunteer hours and MORE!
• Paid time off, holidays and a separate bank of sick time

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, Project Management, or related discipline.
• Experience: 0-3 years of project management, engineering, construction, operations, or related experience.

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors. Applicants with a disability that need assistance applying for a position may email [e-mail].

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