Senior Capital Project Manager (PMO - Projects Customer Connections)

DTE Energy; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A major utility company in Detroit is seeking an experienced Project Manager for large-scale construction projects. The role involves overseeing expenditures, managing contractor activities, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Candidates should have a relevant degree and significant project management experience, as well as a PMP certification. If you possess strong communication and analytical skills, this position offers a chance to lead critical projects in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 8 years of project management experience with relevant degree.
• 10 years of related experience with an associate degree.
• 12 years of related experience with high school diploma and PMP certification.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project expenditures and procurement.
• Manage on-site construction activities with contractors.
• Meet performance metrics and communicate status.
• Evaluate project risks and ensure compliance.
• Train new project management personnel.

Skills

Knowledge of PC & computer-based scheduling tools

Communication skills

Time management

Analytical abilities

Education

Master’s or bachelor’s degree in relevant fields

Associate degree in relevant fields

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Primavera

MS Project

SAP

Maximo

Job description

Responsible for the completion of large-scale, high-rigor capital construction projects. Uses formal project management methods to identify and coordinate project team activities, including defining the scope of work, scheduling, estimating, and engineering. Manage costs and change control procedures, and ensure project close-out and documentation processes are complete.

Span of control: 0 individual contributor job.

About the Role

Develops project scope and coordinates a team of specialists who provide project schedule, cost estimates and engineering specifications for capital projects. Ensures the completion of installation, testing, commissioning into service and project closeout.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for project expenditures and the cost-effective procurement of labor, equipment and materials: coordinates with authorized company representatives in conducting bid meetings and reviews, supplier selections and evaluations; contracting strategy congruent with labor utilization strategies.
• Supports daily management of on-site construction activities, working with the general contractor or multiple contractors and service providers. Ensures timely completion of work within the approved budget.
• Responsible for meeting key performance metrics, including scope, schedule, and budget.
• Communicates project status to all stakeholders, typically at the executive level. Engages appropriate stakeholders in decisions and ensures a clear understanding of direction and expectations.
• Evaluates conditions and applies solutions to control project risk.
• Ensures compliance with safety, environmental and regulatory requirements.
• Completes documentation and record-keeping requirements.
• Responsible for training new Project Managers, Project Coordinators, and Co-op students.

Qualifications

This is a multi-track base requirement job; education and experience requirements can be satisfied through one of the following three options:

• Master’s or bachelor’s degree in engineering, engineering technology, architecture, construction management, project management, or business/management and 8 years of project management experience. And Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.
• Associate degree in engineering, engineering technology, architecture/technical design, project management, business/management, construction management, or construction technology and 10 years of related project management experience. And Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.
• High School Diploma or equivalent and 12 years of related project management experience. And Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification.

Required Skills

• Knowledge of PC & computer-based scheduling and financial tools, including (e.g., Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Primavera, MS Project, SAP & Maximo).
• Communications (written & verbal): creates reports, designs, and conducts presentations at all levels of the Corporation.
• Managing capabilities prioritizes, delegates & manages time and workflow effectively.
• Analytical & decision-making abilities make decisions systematically; anticipate and mitigate problems, and understands decisions' business implications.

Preferred Skills

• Electrical Distribution, Transmission, Gas, Industrial, Construction Management, or Power Generation project management experience.
• Operations experience in the Utility industry.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to diversity and inclusivity in our hiring practices.