Project Manager, Sr (ENG)

ITC Holdings Corp; Novi (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

ITC Holdings Corp in Novi, MI is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead transmission capital improvement initiatives from initiation through completion. The role requires building cross‑functional teams and delivering projects on time, within scope, and within budget.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Construction Management and 6+ years in electric utility project management, with PMI PMP certification preferred and proficiency in Primavera or Microsoft

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or relevant field with a minimum of six (6) years of progressively responsible experience in project/construction management in the electric utility industry, or equivalent education/experience.
• Twelve (12) years of experience in project/construction management in electric utility construction is preferred.
• PMI PMP certification is preferred.
• Experience with creating project schedules in Primavera, Microsoft Project or equivalent scheduling software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple concurrent transmission electric system capital improvement projects from initiation through completion.
• Assemble and coordinate cross-functional project teams for high‑priority projects.
• Lead project teams to complete projects on time, within scope and within budget.
• Develop baseline project schedules to identify critical paths and milestones.
• Monitor progress and dates in the project schedule monthly.
• Identify at‑risk activities and mitigate schedule delays.
• Facilitate project meetings and communicate status, risks, and issues to leadership.
• Escalate project issues, risks, and change requests as needed.
• Control costs through monthly cash flow projections and cost variance analysis.
• Review contractor quotes, issue PO requisitions, and approve change orders and invoices.
• Collaborate with company personnel to achieve project objectives.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional teams

Communication

Organization

Budget management

Travel readiness

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction Management or relevant field

PMP certification

Tools

Primavera

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office

Job description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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. OR
• 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.