Project Manager, Senior (Engineering)

ITC Holdings Corp.; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

ITC Holdings Corp. is seeking a Project Manager in Cedar Rapids, Iowa to manage multiple transmission electric system capital improvement projects. The successful candidate will lead cross-functional teams to ensure timely project completion within budget, while utilizing strong project management skills.

The role requires at least six years of experience in project management within the electric utility industry and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Candidates must communicate effectively and possess the ability to work independently, travel on short notice, and be authorized to work in the U.S.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six years of project/construction management experience, preferably in the electric utility industry.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
• Proficiency in project management software and ability to lead cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Manages multiple concurrent electric system capital improvement projects.
• Assembles and leads cross-functional project teams for high-priority projects.
• Monitors progress, identifies at-risk activities, and mitigates schedule delays.

Skills

Leadership and team motivation

Project schedule creation

Risk assessment

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or relevant

Tools

Primavera

Microsoft Project

Job description

Job Description

• Manages multiple concurrent transmission electric system capital improvement projects; manages each project from project initiation through project completion.
• Responsible for assembling a cross-functional project team for each high-priority project and coordinating the efforts of those project teams.
• For high-priority projects, leads the project teams to successfully complete projects and meet project objectives on time, within scope and within authorized budget.
• For high-priority projects, facilitates development of a detailed baseline project schedule to identify the critical path and important milestones.
• Updates construction dates for assigned projects in the project schedule each month.
• For high-priority projects, monitors progress towards the schedule by all groups.
• For high-priority projects, identifies at-risk activities and heads-off schedule delays by addressing issues before they lead to project delays.
• Facilitates various project meetings (status, coordination, scheduling, lessons learned, etc.), as required, with the project team and stakeholders.
• Acts as escalation point for project issues, risks and change requests.
• Manages and resolves any project issues and escalates any concerns to the appropriate level of leadership.
• Monitors and controls project costs through preparation of monthly cash flow projections, comparison of actual and committed costs to estimated costs and identification of cost variances which require further action to assure project costs do not exceed authorized amounts.
• Reviews construction contractor quotes and issues a PO requisition to engage a construction contractor for each project.
• Reviews and approves construction contractor change orders and invoices.
• Communicates project status, issues and risks to leadership and stakeholders in an effective and timely manner.
• Works well with personnel from all areas of the company to ensure performance of project objectives.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or relevant, with a minimum of six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in project and/or construction management in the electric utility industry or relevant, equivalent experience and/or education; Transmission electric system capital project experience strongly preferred.
• Minimum of twelve (12) years of progressively responsible experience in project and/or construction management in electric utility construction or relevant, equivalent experience and/or education; Transmission electric system capital project experience strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, direct and motivate a team comprised of a cross-functional group of resources.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from the Project Management Institute (PMI) preferred.
• Familiarity with creating a project schedule. Experience in creating a project schedule using Primavera, Microsoft Project or equivalent scheduling software application preferred.
• Some experience with identifying alternative solutions and in performing risk assessments.
• Some experience in coordinating and negotiating with outside vendors or third parties to ensure project deadlines are met.
• Familiarity with electric utility construction processes preferred.
• Familiarity with electric substation and line equipment preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications.
• Possesses effective communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to work on multiple tasks and/or projects simultaneously.
• Required to travel on short notice.
• Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision, in a team environment.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer. ITC does not sponsor employment visas, such as H-1B or TN visas.