Project Manager I OR Project Manager II

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Create, staff, and lead project teams by providing leadership, oversight, delegation, and coordination with various internal and external organizations providing services to the project.
• Guide matrixed members of the team daily and interface with functional leaders regarding placement, development, and conflict resolution.
• Establish and maintain communications among project and program stakeholders by structuring, leading, or assisting in project-related meetings to ensure open communication.
• Prepare, communicate, and report monthly project status, kickoff meetings, weekly and monthly required communication.
• Assure Project Plans and reporting means are developed and communicated according to standards and procedures.
• Plan assigned project(s) including scope, schedule, cost, safety, and quality aspects.
• Champion the process of project planning including scope definition, estimating, schedule formation, monitoring, cost control, procurement strategies, vendor selection, start-up and commissioning plans, and project closeout.
• Execute projects according to plans within approved scope, cost, and schedule constraints, including objectives, roles, responsibilities, deliverables, Work Breakdown Structure, risk, quality, safety, environmental, security, and data management plans.

Requirements

• Project Manager I: Associate's Degree AND 2 years minimum related experience OR High School / GED AND 5 years minimum related experience.
• Project Manager II: Bachelor's Degree AND 5 years minimum related experience OR High School / GED AND 9 years minimum related experience.
• Experience in project management, decision making, critical thinking, and problem solving.
• Ability to lead project teams and coordinate with multiple internal and external organizations.
• Knowledge of project planning, scheduling, cost controls, and risk management.
• Ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders and management.

Nice to Have

• Transmission or Distribution Substation Experience
• Current Duke Energy Contractor Experience
• Bachelor's Degree
• Certified Associate of Project Management
• Professional Engineer
• Configuration Management II Professional (CM2-P)
• Project Management Professional
• Utility Technical Certifications or Training
• Working knowledge to proficiency in project management, scheduling, and cost controls
• Experience in utility construction management and risk management
• Proven collaborative team member

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or High School / GED with relevant experience for Project Manager I
• Bachelor's Degree or High School / GED with relevant experience for Project Manager II

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive pay and benefits
• Opportunities for growth and development
• Friendly work environment
• Recognition for your work