Sr. Project Manager - GIS

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, initiate, and manage information technology (IT) projects, GIS and ADMS projects with Electrical Utilities.
• Manage project scope, budget, timelines throughout the project lifecycle.
• Lead and guide the work of technical staff and serve as liaison between business and technical aspects of projects.
• Plan project stages, assess business implications, monitor progress, and maintain partner relationships.
• Ensure delivery of complex, multi-phase Digital Grid projects within scope and budget.
• Build and manage a cost and invoicing plan, including subcontractor invoices, to ensure positive cash flow and project finance KPI targets.
• Monitor project costs, track financial performance, and engage contract management for margin protection.
• Document and address stakeholder concerns, proactively manage expectations, and resolve conflicts.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, maintain expense logs, and report project status and health to leadership.

Requirements

• Complex project management experience (7+ years), with at least 5 years managing GIS or ADMS software implementation projects.
• Strong knowledge of utility market processes, digital grid projects, and related systems such as DMS, SCADA, OMS, EMS, Arc FM, Esri GIS, MDM, CIS, and Work Management.
• Experience managing projects through all stages of the SE Customer Project Process.
• Proficiency in project management software (Microsoft Project), ERP systems, and resource planning tools.
• Knowledge of financial aspects of project management, including KPIs and invoicing.
• Ability to work remotely, with travel availability up to 25% within North America.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• PMP certification considered an asset.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.

Nice to Have

• Sound knowledge of various project management and agile methods.
• Experience with software project delivery lifecycles.
• Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) software or Adobe Workfront.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Ability to work in multicultural environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• PMP (Project Management Professional) certification considered an asset.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salary range of $112,000 - $168,000 per year, including base pay and short-term incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Benefit Bucks credits, flexible work arrangements, paid family leaves.
• 401(k) with match, well-being and recognition programs, 12 holidays, 15 days paid time off (pro-rated first year).
• Opportunity to purchase company stock (eligibility dependent).
• Military leave benefits.