Transmission Interconnection Project Manager

nTech Workforce; Oakbrook Terrace (IL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage compensation for field visits

Job summary

A major utility provider is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join their Transmission Interconnection Project Management team. This hybrid role, requiring on-site presence in Oakbrook Terrace three days a week, involves managing complex electrical utility projects and ensuring effective stakeholder collaboration. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in transmission-level projects and infrastructure management. This position offers career progression opportunities abounding in a stable work environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing transmission-level electrical utility projects (138kV+).
• Demonstrated understanding of equipment and outage planning processes.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Manage transmission-level projects including substation rebuilds and expansions.
• Oversee projects with significant customer interconnection elements.
• Collaborate with stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Transmission-level electrical utility projects

Infrastructure project management

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in engineering and/or project management

Tools

PMP or CAPM certification

Job description

Overview

Join a leading utility company's Transmission Interconnection Project Management team as a Project Manager. This team is at the forefront of managing critical, long-term transmission-level projects with a unique customer-facing component. As the department prepares for significant growth with a substantial number of new projects, you will play a vital role in executing these complex infrastructure initiatives. This position is seen as a direct pathway to potential full-time internal opportunities within the company, offering stability and career progression.

Responsibilities

• Manage transmission-level projects, including substation rebuilds, expansions, modifications, and transmission line build-outs.
• Oversee projects with a significant customer interconnection element, navigating the nuances of customer interactions.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of equipment, outage planning processes, and the design phase of infrastructure projects.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle, which can span three to five years.
• Participate in regular project and contract management calls, including a 7 AM call on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday.

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience managing transmission-level electrical utility projects (138kV+), or similar large-scale construction projects from an owner's perspective.
• Demonstrated understanding of the equipment, outage planning processes, and design phase for infrastructure projects.
• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Ability to balance the needs of both internal and external stakeholders.
• Must have experience with infrastructure or construction project management; candidates with primarily IT or software project management experience will not be considered.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in engineering and/or project management.
• Experience working through the interconnection process at a transmission level.
• PMP or CAPM certification.
• Background in the gas industry with experience managing large-scale infrastructure projects.
• Experience with the PJM interconnection process.

Employment Type

• W2 Contract, 24 Months
• Contract

Location and Schedule

Hybrid position. Oakbrook Terrace onsite on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays; remote on Mondays and Fridays. Field visits up to once per week with mileage compensation beyond regular commuting.