Project Manager II, Transmission (Hybrid Schedule))

Eversource supports work-life balance by offering hybrid schedules for certain roles. Eligibility is based on job responsibilities, operational needs, nature of work and team dynamics. Current guidelines require employees to work at least three days in the office, including Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with the third day set by the employee and supervisor based on department needs. These guidelines apply to roles approved for remote work and are subject to change, based on managerial discretion and work performance. All applicants must be able to work up to five days in the office if needed (for example: emergencies, training, or other business needs) or should the policy change.

Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Eversource will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position.

Eversource is looking for a

Project Manager II, Transmission

located in

Westwood, MA

. This role operates with a high level of independence, manage transmission Massachusetts to ensure all phases of approved projects are completed efficiently and within scope, on schedule, and within budget. Work closely with personnel throughout the Eversource Company to engineer, design, site, permit and construct assigned projects. Primary duties  include overall responsibility for the management of all aspects of projects including the coordination of regulatory approvals and interface with regulators and local elected officials and town department managers; managing the development and process for evaluation of bid documents for engineering, design and construction, as well as for the procurement of material and equipment; and ensuring all aspects of the projects are documented and completed in accordance with company policies and all regulations and laws.

Essential Functions:

- Individual is assigned traditional projects such as one-for-one equipment replacement projects, transmission facility expansion projects, projects of lower complexity, or assigned to assist in supporting specific project management responsibilities of a larger traditional or major project.

- Management of project will be monitored by the Manager of Transmission Projects or Manager-Construction and Maintenance Transmission.

- Assigned projects are multi-discipline in nature, multi stakeholder involvement, and medium to high financial risk exposure profile requiring management reporting

communications.

- Responsible to take the necessary action to see that the projects are completed efficiently, on time and within the established budget.

- Works closely with Eversource Energy Delivery personnel, Legal, Regulatory Relations, Purchasing, Communications and all Transmission Business functions to ensure project success.

- Integrates and manages a cross functional project team to develop appropriate project roles and

responsibilities.

- In general, manages the planning, engineering, siting/permitting, procurement, construction, commissioning and close out project phases.

- Manages the team’s development of a comprehensive project plan, schedule, communications plan and establishes the change control

methodology.

- Manages execution of the project plan and project change control management process.

- Coordinates the development of a detailed project budget and cash flow.

- Manages the monthly maintenance and reporting of project scope, budgets and schedules.

- Manages the development of a comprehensive siting and permitting needs assessment.

- Manages the development of and participates in the required regulatory siting, permit filings and other regulatory filings.

- Coordinates environmental assessment and the necessary regulatory approvals (federal, state and local) needed to begin construction.

- Ensures the timely preparation ISO-NE project submittals.

- Manages the development and evaluation of bid documents for engineering, construction and test procurement of material and support systems.

- Manages the development of required outage and energization plans.

- Manages the timely preparation of the long-term outage plan project submittals.

- Manages project close out in a timely manner to support corporate business goals.

- Provides clear concise and comprehensive reports for management.

Technical

Knowledge/Skill/Education/Licenses/Certifications:

Technical Knowledge/Skill:

- Demonstrated ability to investigate and solve problems, analyze data, write effective reports and make presentations.

- Possess the ability to cope with deadlines, manage time, set and manage priorities, define roles and responsibilities and make decisions.

- Ability to run meetings, motivate others, and interact with others at all levels of the organization.

- The ability to schedule, plan and manage numerous complex transmission projects concurrently.

- Self-starter with effective communication skills, including active listening, speaking and writing skills.

Education:

- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (preferred), Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Business, equivalent degree will be considered or equivalent experience

- Master’s Degree and Project Management class work are

desirable

Experience

:

- Minimum of five (5) to ten (10) years of related experience required

- Familiarity with Project Management methodologies is highly desirable

Compensation and Benefits:

- Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. The salary range for this position starts at $115,000 - $128,500 plus incentive. Salary is commensurate with your experience. Check out the career site for a fill list of

benefits.

Licenses & Certifications:

- Professional Engineer’s (PE) License and formal project management (PMP) certification are highly desirable

- Valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s License is required

Working Conditions:

- Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.

- Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.

- Work is performed primarily in an office environment which requires sitting, standing and general movement throughout the office area.

- Limited travel will be required between office, project sites, and stakeholder locations.

- Work will require visiting field construction sites including high voltage substations and utility Rights-of-Way.

- Attends to problems in off-hours and for extended periods, if necessary.

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Competencies:

Build trusting relationships

Manage and develop people

Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration

Lead change

Communicate strategic vision

Create an engaged workforce

Focus on the customer

Take ownership & accountability

Compensation and Benefits:

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program.

 

Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive.

The annual salary range for this position is:

$119,120.00-$132,360.00

Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

Emergency Response:

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment.  This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location.

EEO Statement

:

Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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