Project Manager III - Storm Protection Plan

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation; Florida; Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangement

Annual bonus

401(k) plan

Career growth opportunities

Wellness initiatives

Job summary

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is seeking a Project Manager III - SAFE/GUARD to lead high‑value capital projects from planning to delivery in a hybrid role based near Marianna or Fernandina Beach, FL. You will drive execution strategies, manage budgets and schedules, and mentor staff while ensuring regulatory and contractual compliance.

This senior role requires 5–8 years of PM experience, a track record delivering $10M+ projects, and strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field.
• 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.
• Portfolio management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of complex capital projects, including Storm Protection Plan projects.
• Establish project execution strategies and delivery plans.
• Manage budgets, schedules, forecasts, and resource allocation.
• Lead risk assessments and mitigation planning.
• Direct change management and issue resolution activities.
• Develop and maintain relationships with stakeholders.
• Oversee contractor and consultant performance.
• Facilitate executive reviews and governance meetings.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements.
• Identify improvement opportunities and implement corrective actions.
• Mentor junior project managers and coordinators.
• Support portfolio planning and prioritization.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Risk assessment

Change management

Project governance

Mentoring

Portfolio planning

Contractor management

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, Project Management, or related discipline

PMP certification (preferred)

Job description

Project Manager III - SAFE/GUARD

Hybrid - must reside in commutable distance to Marianna, FL or Fernandina 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 youll be working on:

• Lead planning, execution, and delivery of complex capital projects with specific experience with Storm Protection Plan projects
• 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].

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