Sr Project Manager - Transmission & Substation

ComEd; Oakbrook Terrace (IL); On-site; USD 100,800 - 138,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match and annual company contribution

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Generous paid time off options

Job summary

ComEd in Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois, seeks a Project Manager responsible for overseeing transmission, substation, distribution, and IT projects. You will lead cross-functional teams and manage project scopes, schedules, budgets, and performance. The successful candidate will ensure project execution while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Required qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and at least 4 years of project management experience. A competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package are offered, including medical insurance and a 15% annual bonus.

Qualifications

• 4–7 years of relevant project management experience.
• Ability to work independently and handle conflicting priorities.
• Valid driver's license and access to an automobile.

Responsibilities

• Manage project budgets and performance across multiple areas.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders on project requirements.
• Ensure completion of business cases and budgetary approvals.

Skills

Project Management

Interpersonal Skills

Time Management

Judgment Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

High School Diploma with relevant experience

Job description

Primary Purpose

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.