Project Manager I, Transmission (Hybrid Schedule)

Eversource Energy; Westwood (MA); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Eversource Energy seeks a Project Manager I, Transmission to lead low- and medium-risk transmission projects in Massachusetts, ensuring delivery on time and within budget.

You will work with engineering, design, site, permitting and construction teams, securing approvals and managing resources to align with company policies and regulatory requirements. Regular travel to Cambridge/Westwood is required.

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge in the theoretical and practical application of project management technique and tools including project management software.
• Requires knowledge of design and construction of electric transmission and distribution facilities and equipment.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manages all phases of projects (planning, executing, controlling and close out) using standard templates and project management processes.
• Secures approval for permits and licenses, budgets, materials, contractors and other resources for assigned projects.
• Monitors and reports on project metrics concerning quality, schedules, budget and scope.
• Plans work to ensure optimal integration and coordination of internal and external resources for timely delivery of material and equipment.
• Determines project assignments, timetables and responsibilities of project team members.
• Maintains and monitors project progress via reporting of schedule milestones, costs and resource adjustments.
• Provides clear project status reports and ensures documentation complies with company policies and regulations.

Skills

Project management

Electrical transmission

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B, O-1, J-1, TN, E-3, etc.). Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered.

Eversource supports work-life balance by offering hybrid schedules for certain roles. Eligibility is based on job responsibilities, operational needs, nature of work and team dynamics. Current guidelines require employees to workat least three days in the office, includingTuesdays and Wednesdays, with the third day set by the employee and supervisor based on department needs. These guidelines apply to roles approved for remote work and are subject to change, based on managerial discretion and work performance. All applicants must be able to workup to five days in the office if needed (for example: emergencies, training, or other business needs) or should the policy change.

Project Manager I, Transmission

Cambridge / Westwood, MA

You will manage low- and medium-risk transmission projects in Massachusetts to ensure all phases of approved projects are completed efficiently and within scope, on schedule, and within budget. Assigned projects are multi-disciplined in nature requiring the individual to work closely with personnel throughout the Eversource Company to engineer, design, site, permit and construct assigned projects. Individual will be responsible to secure approval for permits and licenses, budgets materials, contractors, and other resources. Primary duties include overall responsibility for the management of all aspects of assigned projects including managing the development and process for evaluation of bid documents for engineering, design and construction, as well as for the procurement of material and equipment; and ensuring all aspects of the projects are documented and completed in accordance with company policies and all regulations and laws. Individual may be assigned to support project managers and/or senior project managers in high-risk projects and processes for exposure as required and to support professional development.

This role supports the Greater Cambridge Energy Project and regular travel to Cambridge will be required.

Essential Functions:

• Overall responsibility for managing multiple low- and medium-risk transmission projects, concurrently, including ownership of the Project scope, schedule and budget.

When assigned projects:

• Manages all phases of projects (planning, executing, controlling and close out using stand templates and project management processes.
• Secures approval for permits and licenses, budgets, materials, contractors and other resources for assigned projects
• Monitors and reports out on project management metrics concerning quality technical specifications, reliability, schedule and budget.
• Plans work to ensure optimal integration and coordination of both internal and external resources and the timely delivery of material and equipment.
• Determines project assignments, timetables and responsibilities of project team members.
• Maintains and monitors project progress via reporting of schedule milestones, and changes, cost and resource adjustments.
• Provides clear concise and comprehensive project status reports and ensures that all aspects of the project are documented and completed in accordance with company policies and all regulations and laws.

When assigned segments or task of a large k or high-profile project:

• Manages assigned segments or tasks of the project as directed by the Project Manager, Senior Project Manager, Lead Project Manager, or Project Director.
• Communicates and provides clear, concise and comprehensive status reports on assigned tasks or project segments to the Project Manager as required.

Technical Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:

Technical Knowledge/Skill:

• Requires knowledge in the theoretical and practical application of project management technique and tools including project management software.
• Requires knowledge of design and construction of electric transmission and distribution facilities and equipment.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (preferred); Business, related discipline, or equivalent experience.

Experience

• Minimum of three (3) - five (5) years of experience in electric utility construction or project management experience. Time can be supplemented by demonstrating competencies commensurate with a Project Manager I experience.

Licenses & Certifications:

• Valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s License required.

Competencies:

• Build trusting relationships
• Manage and develop people
• Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration
• Lead change
• Communicate strategic vision
• Create an engaged workforce
• Focus on the customer
• Take ownership & accountability

Compensation and Benefits:

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program.Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive. The annual salary range for this position is:

$108,460.00-$120,510.00

Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

Emergency Response:

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment. This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.

EEO Statement :

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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