Sr Project Manager

Transmission & Distribution World

Northern (KY)

Hybrid

USD 101,000 - 139,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Annual salary (range) $100,800–$138,6
Annual Bonus 15%
401(k) match
Medical, dental and vision
Life and disability insurance
Generous PTO and caregiver leave
Employee Assistance Program
Wellbeing programs
Referral bonus

Job summary

Exelon is seeking a Project Manager to oversee transmission, substation, distribution, gas, and IT initiatives with cross-functional teams. You will manage scope, schedule, budget, and safety, while presenting progress to sponsors and executives.

The role requires CAPM/PMP credentials, strong leadership, and the ability to coordinate diverse stakeholders. Expect complex programs, storm coverage, and a dynamic work environment with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field or equivalent experience.
  • CAPM certification or willingness to obtain within 2 years; PMP meets requirement.
  • Ability to lead projects and coordinate cross-functional teams in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee transmission, substation, distribution, gas, and IT projects with cross-functional teams.
  • Manage scope, schedule, budget, and safety performance across projects.
  • Develop and approve business cases and project plans; monitor progress and closeout.
  • Communicate with sponsor and stakeholders, including executives, on project issues.
  • Coordinate resources and ensure team members understand their responsibilities.
  • Support extended hours during storms or emergencies when required.

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field
High School Diploma
CAPM certification
PMP certification (preferred)
Independent judgment and leadership

Job description

We're powering a cleaner, brighter future.Exelon is leading the energy transformation, and we're calling all problem solvers, innovators, community builders and change makers. Work with us to deliver solutions that make our diverse cities and communities stronger, healthier and more resilient. We're powered by purpose-driven people like you who believe in being inclusive and creative, and value safety, innovation, integrity and community service. We are a Fortune 200 company, 20,000 colleagues strong serving more than 10.7 million customers at six energy companies -- Atlantic City Electric (ACE), Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), Commonwealth Edison (ComEd), Delmarva Power & Light (DPL), PECO Energy Company (PECO), and Potomac Electric Power Company (Pepco). We're committed to creating an environment where every person can thrive. Our employee experience is grounded in four tenets that guide how we support our people: purposeful careers, growth opportunities, community impact, and support to thrive. In our relentless pursuit of excellence, we elevate diverse voices, fresh perspectives and bold thinking. And since we know transforming the future of energy is hard work, we provide competitive compensation, incentives, excellent benefits and the opportunity to build a rewarding career.

Manage transmission, substation, distribution, gas, and/or information technology projects consisting of cross-functional teams involving multiple disciplines and multiple operating areas including contract resources. Responsible for managing the scope, schedule, budget, and safety performance of multiple projects and programs. Leads project teams through business case / capital approval process, development and execution of project plans and project closeout. These projects have budgets that will typically range from $250K to $15 million. Also, may manage business initiative projects with direct accountability for project execution while leading a team to accomplish objectives within a given time frame and with limited resources. Position may be required to work extended hours for coverage during storms or other energy delivery emergencies.

Primary Duties
  • Responsible and accountable for overall project performance for projects including major transmission, substation, distribution, and gas construction, new technology programs, information technology and organizational initiatives. (25%)
  • Ensures project costs, schedule and scope are managed, including the development of recovery plans, to stay within approved limits. (20%)
  • Interface with external and internal stakeholders to coordinate project requirements. (15%)
  • Primary communicator with the sponsor and key stakeholders on project issues, including executive level and interdepartmental presentations. (10%)
  • Ensures a good working relationship between the project team, line managers, and interfacing organizations. (10%)
  • Coaches and leads team members to ensure completion of assigned tasks. (10%)
  • Identify and obtain project team resources. (5%)
  • Ensures project team members understand their respective responsibilities. (5%)
Job Scope

The Project Manager is an individual contributor accountable for project budgets, team performance and developing strategic plans to implement projects for various organizations. Responsibilities also include managing scope, budget and schedule within approved parameters and providing structured and detailed reports to the appropriate Management team. Tasks may include but are not limited to, ensuring the completion of business cases, budgetary approvals, project scheduling, requirements engineering, design and engineering tasks, vegetation management reviews, project reporting, project financial analysis, major equipment procurement, environmental analysis, obtaining real estate and relationship management with external customers, vendors, townships and regulatory agencies, project quality assurance, and change management. Interacts routinely with key internal and external stakeholders including senior management, the Utility's largest customers, and governmental and regulatory officials.

Minimum Qualifications
  • For construction project management: Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field and 4-7 years relevant project management or related experience, OR High School Diploma and 6-9 years of relevant project management or related experience; For non-construction project management: Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, or related field and 4-7 years relevant project management or related experience, OR High School Diploma and 6-9 years of relevant project management or related experience
  • Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) or achieve CAPM within two years of job entry (PMP certification will fulfill this requirement)
  • Demonstrated and documented success at managing projects
  • Ability to work independently and as a team leader including the ability to handle conflicting priorities in a multi task environment
  • Demonstrated strong independent judgment skills
  • Demonstrated strong interpersonal and time management skills
  • Valid driver's license and access to an automobile
Preferred Qualifications
  • Master's degree in engineering (or advanced technical degree) or Business Administration
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or Professional Engineer License
  • Experience or knowledge of the specific functional area or discipline (e.g., Utility design/planning/construction or Information Technology experience)
Benefits
  • Annual salary will vary based on a candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $100,800.00/Yr. - $138,600.00/Yr.
  • Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 15%
  • 401(k) match and annual company contribution
  • Medical, dental and vision insurance
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Generous paid time off options, including vacation, sick time, floating and fixed holidays, maternity leave and bonding/primary caregiver leave or parental leave
  • Employee Assistance Program and resources for mental and emotional support
  • Wellbeing programs such as tuition reimbursement, adoption and surrogacy assistance and fitness reimbursement
  • Referral bonus program
  • And much more

Note: Exelon-sponsored compensation and benefit programs may vary or not apply based on length of service, job grade, job classification or represented status. Eligibility will be determined by the written plan or program documents.

Who We Are

We're powering a cleaner, brighter future.

Exelon is leading the energy transformation, and we're calling all problem solvers, innovators, community builders and change makers. Work with us to deliver solutions that make our diverse cities and communities stronger, healthier and more resilient.

We're powered by purpose-driven people like you who believe in being inclusive and creative, and value safety, innovation, integrity and community service. We are a Fortune 200 company, 19,000 colleagues strong serving more than 10 million customers at six energy companies -- Atlantic City Electric (ACE), Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), Commonwealth Edison (ComEd), Delmarva Power & Light (DPL), PECO Energy Company (PECO), and Potomac Electric Power Company (Pepco).

In our relentless pursuit of excellence, we elevate diverse voices, fresh perspectives and bold thinking. And since we know transforming the future of energy is hard work, we provide competitive compensation, incentives, excellent benefits and the opportunity to build a rewarding career.

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