Project Manager II - SAFE/GUARD

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation; West Palm Beach (FL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is seeking a Project Manager II to independently manage capital projects through all phases of the lifecycle. You will own project scope, schedule, budget, risk management, stakeholder engagement, and performance reporting, serving as the primary project leader for assigned initiatives.

The role requires collaboration across regulatory, engineering, and operations teams in a hybrid, Florida-based environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, Project Management, or related discipline.
• Experience leading projects valued in excess of $10M
• 3-5 years of project management experience
• PMP certification or equivalent, preferred
• Valid Driver's License required
• Experience managing project budgets and schedules
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate cross-functional project teams
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Utility, pipeline, energy, engineering, or construction project experience
• Knowledge of project risk management methodologies

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute project management plans for projects in regulator stations, HDD, and land rights.
• Lead project teams and coordinate activities across multiple functional groups.
• Establish and manage project scope, schedule, budget, and performance objectives.
• Monitor project progress and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Manage project risks, opportunities, and mitigation strategies.
• Facilitate project meetings and stakeholder communications.
• Lead change management and project governance processes.
• Prepare project forecasts and executive reporting packages.
• Coordinate contractor, consultant, and vendor activities.
• Monitor project compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Support project audits, reviews, and stage-gate approvals

Skills

Stakeholder management

Communication

Leadership

Budget management

Scheduling

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction/Business/PM or related

Job description

Description

Project Manager II
Hybrid - must reside within a commutable distance to Debary, FL, West Palm Beach, FL, Yulee, FL, or Winter Haven, FL

Your role in our success will be:

The Project Manager II independently manages assigned capital projects through all phases of the project lifecycle. This position is responsible for project scope, schedule, budget, risk management, stakeholder engagement, and project performance reporting.

The incumbent serves as the primary project leader for assigned projects and provides recommendations and decision support to ensure successful project execution.

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:

• Develop and execute project management plans for projects in the areas of regulator stations, Horizontal directional drilling, and land rights.
• Lead project teams and coordinate activities across multiple functional groups.
• Establish and manage project scope, schedule, budget, and performance objectives.
• Monitor project progress and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Manage project risks, opportunities, and mitigation strategies.
• Facilitate project meetings and stakeholder communications.
• Lead change management and project governance processes.
• Prepare project forecasts and executive reporting packages.
• Coordinate contractor, consultant, and vendor activities.
• Monitor project compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.
• Support project audits, reviews, and stage-gate approvals

Who you are:

• Bachelor's degree Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, Project Management, or related discipline.
• Experience leading projects valued in excess of $10M
• 3-5 years of project management experience.
• PMP certification or equivalent, preferred
• Valid Driver's License required
• Experience managing project budgets and schedules.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate cross-functional project teams.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Utility, pipeline, energy, engineering, or construction project experience.
• Knowledge of project risk management methodologies.

What's in it for you?

Joining the CUC team will get 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

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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