NiSource

Lead Project Manager

LocationColumbus, OH
Job TypeFull-time
Salary$110,200-$165,300

About This Job


Description


Job Summary

The Lead Project Manager will oversee the planning, implementation, and tracking of large complex projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and within scope. In addition, the role is responsible for managing project resources, stakeholders, risks, and deliverables to achieve business objectives to drive/project success ensuring alignment with organizational goals. This position requires a strategic mindset, strong leadership abilities, and a deep understanding of project management principles. Works independently with limited supervision and coaches and reviews the work of colleagues with less experience.



Essential Functions

Plans out the delivery for high complex projects to realize the business case beginning with the requirements definition and continuing through development, test, and final delivery.
Demonstrates excellent written/verbal communication, problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
Builds strong relationships with NiSource technology partners, Executive Management and Vendor Service Providers.
Leads project management processes to facilitate contract negotiation, statement of work development, vendor progress management, and vendor relationship management.
Demonstrates an exceptional understanding of core project management activities for risk, issue, decision management, dependency management, status reporting, demand, budgeting, forecasting, variance explanations and capacity management.
Develops high-performing, empowered teams, provide coach, nurture the pursuit of organizational vision, promote collaboration at all levels.
Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to create/present effective project presentations and communicate technical concepts to non-technical clients.
Demonstrates exceptional knowledge and expertise in the use of project management and SDLC methodologies (Waterfall, Iterative and Agile) and tools (ServiceNow, PowerBI and Jira).
Develops clear and concise documentation to identify processes, problems, and action plans as well as design attractive and simple sketches, charts, diagrams, and other illustrative material to facilitate communication of complicated topics.
Manages the relationship between customer, other customer IT environment providers, and service provider personnel.
Develops proposals and project estimates and conduct project quality reviews.
Performs other duties as assigned.

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Required Qualifications For Position
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or related field
5-8+ years of project management experience
5-8+ years of overall work experience
Have lead projects in the $3-5M budget range
Experience in the utilities industry
Proficiency in the Microsoft suite of business applications
Extensive knowledge and expertise in the use of project management and SDLC methodologies and tools. High
Agile process experience for application implementation. Medium
Advanced understanding of IT Enterprise technologies. High
Strong project management skills, including the ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines. High
Strong planning, organizational, and leadership skills. High
Strong verbal and written communication skills. High
Strong interpersonal skills, including the ability to make effective presentations and communicate technical concepts to non-technical clients. High
Extensive knowledge of project management processes, systems development methods, organizational change management concepts, and business process improvement methods. High
In-depth knowledge of project planning techniques and automated project planning tools required. High
Ability to work in a team environment. High
Ability to build strong relationships with NiSource technology partners. High
Excellent problem-solving and critical-thinking skills. High

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Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position
Master's Degree in project management or business administration
Experience with Agile processes for application implementation
4+ years of supervisory experience either directly or indirectly
Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)-PMI Upon Hire
Certified Project Manager (IAPM) Upon Hire
Physical Demands
Standing - Occasionally
Walking - Occasionally
Sitting - Constantly
Lifting - Rarely
Carrying - Rarely
Pushing - Rarely
Pulling - Rarely
Climbing - Rarely
Balancing - Rarely
Stooping - Rarely
Kneeling - Rarely
Crouching - Rarely
Crawling - Rarely
Reaching - Rarely
Handling - Occasionally
Grasping - Occasionally
Feeling - Rarely
Talking - Constantly
Hearing - Constantly
Repetitive Motions - Frequently
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Frequently

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The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.


Work Authorization

Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.


Workplace Connection

Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners.

Respect the unique lived experiences within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represents all walks of life and all backgrounds.

Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.


Equal Employment Opportunity

NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.

By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities.


Safety Statement

Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.


Salary Range*:

$110,200.00 - $165,300.00 The salary offered to a candidate is based on several factors including but not limited to the candidate’s skills, job-related knowledge, and relevant experience, as well as internal pay equity.*


Posting Start Date:


2025-05-01Posting End Date (if applicable):


Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.Summary

The Lead Project Manager will oversee the planning, implementation, and tracking of large complex projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and within scope. In addition, the role is responsible for managing project resources, stakeholders, risks, and deliverables to achieve business objectives to drive/project success ensuring alignment with organizational goals. This position requires a strategic mindset, strong leadership abilities, and a deep understanding of project management principles. Works independently with limited supervision and coaches and reviews the work of colleagues with less experience.

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