Project Manager III

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation; Wilmington (NC); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangement

Competitive base salary

Career growth opportunities

Robust benefit packages

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is seeking a Project Manager III to oversee multiple projects up to $80 million related to gas distribution and transmission. This hybrid role requires residency in specific states and involves planning, directing, and managing project teams while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field, PMP certification, and 5+ years of experience in project management or engineering. Competitive salary and a robust benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience with Project Management and/or Engineering.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Ability to train/mentor Project Manager I and II.

Responsibilities

• Plans, directs and coordinates multiple projects valued up to $80M.
• Leads project management team and develops project budgets.
• Ensures compliance with safety regulations and company requirements.

Skills

Project Management

Engineering

Negotiation

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Technical Field

PMP Certification

Job description

Project Manager III

Hybrid - must reside in Pennsylvania, Maryland, North Carolina, Virginia, Delaware, Ohio, Georgia, or Florida

Your role in our success will be:

This position plans, directs and coordinates multiple, simultaneous projects valued up to $80M associated with gas distribution and transmission. Organizes multi-disciplinary teams through project lifecycles consisting of project creation, budgeting, monitoring, and making adjustments when required.

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 will be working on:

• Leads and manages project management team; accountable for developing project budget, planning, coordinating, directing and monitoring progress of projects with scopes of up to $80MM.
• Leads project team meetings to review progress, provide updates and identify risks by providing up to date data on targets and projections.
• Applies lessons learned through past projects and experience to anticipate project risks and opportunities while making adjustments, when necessary, to ensure alignment with established goals and budgets.
• Update budgets, forecasts, schedules (Gantt Charts), and status reports on a regular basis showing milestones according to original plan.
• Ensures compliance of project and outcome that meets all required safety regulations and requirements of Chesapeake Utilities as well as the Pipeline Health and Safety Administration, OSHA, and other Federal and State requirements.
• Creates project status presentations consisting of budget forecasts, timelines, and milestones, to business unit leaders on a monthly basis.
• Assist with selection and review of contractor progress.
• Responsible for exhibiting Chesapeake Utilities Corporation's Mission, Vision and Values, regarding external customers, agencies, vendors, internal departments and coworkers.
• Able to train/mentor Project Manager I and II.

Who you are:

• Bachelor's Degree in Technical Field (Project Management, Engineering, Construction).
• Five (5) years' experience with Project Management and/or Engineering.
• PMP Certification required; PE license or MBA.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Ability to understand opposing points of view on highly complex issues and to negotiate and integrate different viewpoints.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work schedules of others on a short-term basis.
• Ability to make decisions which have impact on both the work unit and department.
• Ability to compose letters, outlines, memoranda, and basic reports and to verbally communicate technical information.
• Ability to make informal presentations, inside and/or outside the organization. Speaking before groups.
• Ability to compose materials such as detailed reports, work-related manuals, and make presentations outside the immediate work area.
• Ability to compute, analyze, and interpret numerical data for reporting purposes.

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.

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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