Utility Project Manager

Terms of Employment
W2 Contract, 12 months
This position is onsite in OakBrook Terrace, IL
Shift Schedule: 08:00 AM-04:30 PM (Hybrid Schedule on specific days)

Overview
Our client is seeking 2 Senior Project Manager to support transmission & substation upgrades including large voltage equipment switchgear, transformers, and circuit breakers. Responsible for leading and managing projects from initiation to completion. They will oversee all aspects of a project, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closing. This is a financial heavy role.
The Senior Project Manager will lead critical infrastructure projects, specifically focusing on Transmission and Substation upgrades. The successful candidate will join a collaborative team to oversee complex technical requirements and contract management within the utility sector.

Responsibilities
Lead and manage Transmission and Substation upgrade projects from inception to completion.
Oversee contract management duties to ensure all project agreements and deliverables are met.
Utilize technical expertise to navigate project challenges within a utility and construction environment.
Collaborate effectively with a project team to meet organizational objectives.
Maintain project schedules and technical documentation using industry-standard software
Developing project plans, including scope, timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.
Leading project teams and coordinating activities to ensure that project goals are met.
Monitoring project progress and identifying and addressing issues or risks.
Communicating with stakeholders and senior management to provide updates on project status.
Managing project budgets and ensuring that projects are delivered within budget.
Ensuring that projects are delivered on time and meet quality standards.
Developing and maintaining relationships with project stakeholders and external partners.
Leading project meetings and facilitating discussions to drive project progress.
Managing project documentation, including project plans, schedules, and reports.
Supporting the development and implementation of project management best practices and processes.

Required Skills & Experience
Bachelor s degree.
5-10 years of project management experience.
PMP or CAPM certification.
Utility Transmission & Substation exp
Proficiency in Primavera software.
Strong technical background with specific experience in the utility or construction industries.
Proven contract management skills
Full life-cycle management experience.
Utility, infrastructure, or construction type experience.
Experience with vendor bid evaluations, financial forecasting, managing a budget, reviewing plans, planning, scheduling, communicating, updating records and databases.
Substation knowledge
Proficient with MS Office, P6, Microsoft project, PowerBI, and Unifier.
Ability to learn new technologies quickly.
High intelligence, energy, and integrity.

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nTech is an equal opportunity employer. All offers of employment are contingent upon pre-employment drug and background screenings. Only candidates who meet all of the above client requirements will be contacted by a recruiter.