Project Manager IV Lead - Florida Energy Pathway

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation; Jacksonville (FL); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangement

Competitive base salary

Career growth opportunities

Supportive team atmosphere

Bonus opportunities

Wellness initiatives

Job summary

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation in Florida is seeking a Lead Project Manager for the Florida Energy Pathway Hybrid role. You will oversee large capital projects, mentor teams, and establish governance frameworks to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

The role focuses on natural gas pipeline initiatives valued over $200M, with executive project reviews, risk management, and alignment with corporate strategy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction, business, or related field.
• 8+ years of progressively responsible project management experience.
• Experience leading natural gas pipeline projects and $200M+ initiatives.
• PMP certification or advanced experience in pipeline programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of major capital projects and strategic initiatives.
• Provide oversight for multiple project managers and teams.
• Develop and implement project delivery strategies and governance.
• Review performance, forecasts, and recovery plans.
• Lead executive reviews and steering committee meetings.
• Drive risk management and issue resolution.
• Align project objectives with organizational goals.
• Establish project management standards and mentor staff.
• Support portfolio planning and capital prioritization.
• Assess PM maturity and drive improvements.
• Assist workforce planning and capability development.

Skills

Executive communication

Leadership

Cross-functional teams

Project management

Risk management

Mentoring

Gas pipeline project leadership

PMP certification

Education

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

Job description

Lead Project Manager, Florida Energy Pathway Hybrid - must be in Florida

Your role in our success will be:

The Lead Project Manager serves as a senior project management leader responsible for overseeing large, complex, and strategically significant capital projects and programs. This position provides leadership, mentorship, governance oversight, and project management expertise across multiple projects.

The Lead Project Manager establishes best practices, supports organizational project management standards, and serves as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on project execution strategy and performance.

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 execution of major capital projects and strategic initiatives, with a specific focus natural gas pipelines in excess of $200M in value
• Provide oversight and guidance for multiple project managers and project teams.
• Develop and implement project delivery strategies and governance frameworks.
• Review project performance, forecasts, and recovery plans.
• Lead executive project reviews and steering committee meetings.
• Drive project risk management and strategic issue resolution.
• Ensure alignment between project objectives and organizational goals.
• Establish and promote project management best practices and standards.
• Mentor and develop project management personnel.
• Support portfolio planning, capital allocation, and prioritization decisions.
• Evaluate organizational project management maturity and recommend improvements.
• Assist the Manager, Project Management with workforce planning and capability development.

Who you are:

• Bachelor's degree Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Business, Project Management, or related discipline.
• 8+ years of progressively responsible project management experience.
• Experience leading Natural Gas Pipeline projects in excess of $200M
• Standard driver's license
• Demonstrated success managing large-scale capital projects and programs.
• Strong executive communication and leadership skills.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams in complex project environments.
• PMP certification, Graduate Degree, or advanced experience leading complex pipeline projects
• Preferred Experience:
  • Utility, infrastructure, LNG, pipeline, power generation, or major energy project experience.
  • Experience developing project management standards and governance processes.

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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