Project Manager III - SAFE/GUARD

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation; West Palm Beach (FL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work

Annual bonus

Career growth

Supportive team

Wellness programs

401k benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation seeks a Project Manager III to lead senior, high-value capital projects. You will guide cross-functional teams through scope, schedule, budget, and risk, driving on-time delivery and stakeholder satisfaction.

Hybrid role based in Florida, with responsibilities including planning, execution, budget control, risk mitigation, and executive reviews. Candidates should have a Bachelor's in a technical or business field, 5–8 years PM experience, PMP preferred, and a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, PM or related field.
• Experience leading projects valued > $10M.
• 5-8 years of project management experience.
• PMP certification preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Experience in utility, transmission, LNG, pipeline, or major capital projects.
• Strong leadership, negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution and delivery of complex capital projects.
• Provide strategic direction to project teams and support executive decisions.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, forecasts and resources.
• Conduct risk assessments and mitigation planning.
• Direct change management and issue resolution.
• Develop and maintain stakeholder relationships.
• Oversee contractor and consultant performance.
• Facilitate executive reviews and governance meetings.
• Ensure compliance with corporate, regulatory and contractual requirements.
• Identify improvement opportunities and implement corrective actions.
• Mentor junior project managers and coordinators.
• Support portfolio planning and project prioritization.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Project management

Risk management

Communication

Budgeting & cost control

Portfolio management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, Project Management

Tools

PMP certification

Job description

Hybrid - must reside in commutable distance to Debary, FL, Winter Haven, FL, Yulee, FL, or West Palm Beach, FL

Your role in our success will be:

The Project Manager III serves as a senior project manager responsible for the delivery of complex, high-value capital projects. This position provides leadership across all project phases and is accountable for project performance related to scope, schedule, cost, quality, risk, and stakeholder satisfaction.

The incumbent provides strategic direction to project teams and supports executive decision-making through comprehensive project analysis and performance reporting.

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 youʼll be working on:

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of complex capital projects in the areas of regulator stations, Horizontal directional drilling, and land rights.
• Establish project execution strategies and project delivery plans.
• Manage project budgets, schedules, forecasts, and resource allocation.
• Lead project risk assessments and mitigation planning.
• Direct change management and issue resolution activities.
• Develop and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Oversee contractor and consultant performance.
• Facilitate executive-level project reviews and governance meetings.
• Ensure compliance with corporate, regulatory, and contractual requirements.
• Identify project improvement opportunities and implement corrective actions.
• Mentor junior project managers and project coordinators.
• Support portfolio planning and project prioritization activities.

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
• 5-8 years of project management experience.
• PMP certification or equivalent, preferred
• Valid Driver's License required
• Demonstrated experience managing complex capital projects.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience managing project risk, cost, and schedule performance.
• Utility, transmission, LNG, pipeline, infrastructure, or major capital project experience.
• Portfolio management experience.

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].