Senior Grid Project Manager - Infrastructure & Reliability

nTech Solutions; Oakbrook Terrace (IL); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

nTech Solutions is seeking a Senior Project Manager to drive critical grid reliability and resiliency programs across high-voltage transmission, substation, and relay assets. You will own complex projects from scoping to delivery, manage budgets, schedules, and stakeholder alignment.

This hybrid role in Oakbrook Terrace, IL requires 5–10 years of utility project management experience, a strong engineering background, and PMP certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering.
• 5 to 10 years of experience in project and program management.
• Strong engineering background with technical experience in the electric utility industry.
• Proven track record in program/project management and investment management within non-IT utility infrastructure.
• PMP Certification.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive project plans, including scope, timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.
• Lead and manage project teams, assigning tasks, monitoring progress, and providing continuous guidance and support.
• Monitor project budgets and expenses to ensure execution within approved financial parameters.
• Communicate regularly with key stakeholders and senior management to provide status updates, resolve issues, and align on strategic priorities.
• Manage project risks and implement proactive mitigation strategies.
• Ensure all projects meet quality standards and are delivered on time.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with internal project stakeholders and external partners.
• Lead project meetings and facilitate key discussions to drive progress.
• Maintain complete project documentation, including project plans, schedules, and KPI reports.
• Support the development and implementation of project management best practices and process enhancements.

Skills

PMP Certification

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Budgeting & cost control

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Engineering degree (Bachelors or Masters)

Tools

Asset Suite

Cascade

PSCAD

Apollo

Power BI

Excel

Job description

nTech Solutions is seeking a Senior Project Manager to drive critical grid reliability and resiliency programs across high-voltage transmission, substation, and relay assets. You will own complex projects from scoping to delivery, manage budgets, schedules, and stakeholder alignment.

This hybrid role in Oakbrook Terrace, IL requires 5–10 years of utility project management experience, a strong engineering background, and PMP certification.