Location: Remote/Hybrid
Must
reside within service territories (DE, PA, MD, NC, FL, GA, OH, VA)
This Project Manager III position will play a key role in driving multiple large capital or complex projects. The right candidate will plan, direct, and coordinate activities of designated projects to ensure goals and objectives of the projects are accomplished within prescribed time frames and budgets.
The Project Manager III will organize the efforts of multiple teams through project lifecycles, including project creation, budgeting, contingency planning, defining cycle content, scheduling resources, and mitigating roadblocks. The Project Manager III must be comfortable working in both ambiguous and structured environments while communicating with technical resources, as well as with internal and external stakeholders.
The Project Manager III must be able to solve a range of complex problems with a minimal level of guidance and direction. Responsible for exhibiting Chesapeake Utilities Corporation’s Mission, Vision and Values, regarding external customers, agencies, vendors, internal departments and coworkers.
What You’ll Be Working On…•Adheres to and promotes the PMI standards and methods and leads development of company policies and procedures;
•Has full ownership of the project outcome and customer satisfaction. Will assume the full responsibilities for the project including risk management, cost, schedule, forecasting, and team dynamics.
•Responsible for the accuracy of project materials and reporting to Business Unit and Senior Leadership.
•Responsible for the identification of the Project Risk Assessment and the implementation of Risk Mitigation Plans.
•Maintains, Tracks, and Reports on Project Budgets and Regulatory Documentation.
•Responsible for management of the changing needs and requirements of the overall projects assigned.
•Responsible for the day to day contact with project team members, contractors, and stakeholders.
•Trains Project Managers and others on company policies, tools, and leadership skills.
•Monitors all phases of assigned projects and project documentation and record maintenance throughout the project by maintaining all historical data on projects for future use.
•Assists Managers, Directors, and VP Level Staff with project updates, information gathering, reporting and other portfolio related needs.
•Ability to turn around troubled projects regardless of scope
•Able to evaluate the readiness of a project team and recommend the related training required to ensure the effective application of project management and leadership principles.
•Responsible for tasking the project team with gathering functional requirements analysis and requirements management activities throughout the entire project timeline.
•Leads major project events such as project planning, kickoff meetings, requirements gathering, statuses, quality assessment, deployment, lessons learned, etc. and accountable for associated deliverables and event outcomes.
•Facilitates complex or sensitive communication among Project Managers, Executive Staff, Project Teams, Customers and other stakeholders effectively.
•Responsible for the creation of Project Plans, Charters, Budgets, Resources, Schedules, and other Projects Documents and Materials the collaboration with Sponsors, SMEs and Stakeholders.
•Works within the Business Unit to develop, maintain, and govern project practices and policies.
•Maintains good working relationships with other Business Units; Understands their needs and requirements and works to find ways to add value to the Corporation.
•Additionally, acts a mentor for colleagues with less expertise. Assist with / perform other tasks and duties as assigned.
Who You Are...
•Bachelor’s degree in Business or Technical degree required. Degree from an ABET Accredited engineering program highly preferred.
•Five or more years of experience in managing project activities; Project Management Professional (PMP) certifications required or ability to obtain within 12 months.
•Experience with Natural Gas, Propane, or Electric facility design and construction projects strongly preferred.
•Proficient in planning and organizing, group facilitation, resource coordination, strong team orientation, excellent communication skills, relationship building ability/strong partner focus, technology/engineering/development proficiency.
•Expert in the use of standard software tools such as MS Project, Power Point, Visio, Teams, and all MS Office products.
•Experience with project/portfolio management tools considered a plus.
•Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
•Ability to work independently and with a team.
•Attention to detail and accuracy.
•Ability to multi-task and prioritize workload.
•Candidate must be willing to travel
What Makes Us Great...
At the heart of our Company is a dedication to delivering energy that drives progress. We put people first, work to keep them safe and build trusting relationships.
Benefits/What’s in it for you?•Flexible work arrangement
•Competitive base salary based on successful candidate’s background as it relates to the job requirements as well as internal equity considerations
•Eligible for overtime, shift differential or premium pay (if applicable)
•Fantastic opportunities for career growth
•Cooperative, supportive and empowered team atmosphere
•Annual bonus and salary increase opportunities
•Monthly recognition events
•Endless wellness initiatives and community events
•Robust and customizable benefit packages-choose what works best with your life. Options include generous 401k, medical, dental and life insurance, tuition reimbursement, compensated volunteer hours and MORE!
•Paid time off, holidays and a separate bank of sick time!
Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors. Applicants with a disability that need assistance applying for a position may email
careers@chpk.com
Belle Haven, VA
full_time
