Project Manager II

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Candidates must reside within the Duke Energy Carolinas footprint.

This Project Manager II (PM-II) position is responsible for execution of the Integrated Volt Var Control (IVVC) work scope within a geographic area (zone.) This work scope is focused on the Electric Distribution (overhead) construction for the program. This includes ensuring all project success factors are met, including but not limited to scope, schedule, cost, quality, environmental, communications, risk management, and integration with regulatory commitments. The position reports to the Project Director.

This position serves as the unifying agent providing leadership, management, direction, coordination, and control of the overall project in accordance with the established policies, procedures, systems, and requirements of The Company. Successful collaboration with key stakeholders as well as the broader team is critical.

The successful candidate will be self-motivated and interested in working on new and emerging capabilities for the electric grid. Prior utility experience is required. Some knowledge of electric distribution systems and equipment is required. This position is considered a leadership position; minimum qualifications must be met to be placed within this position.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership, oversight management, delegation, and coordination to the various internal and external organizations that are providing services to the project. This includes project development, engineering, project controls, construction management, supply chain, legal, EHS, operations, communications, regulatory (internal and external) and transmission. The PM manages all matrixed members of the team on a daily basis and is responsible for interfacing with functional managers of team members, regarding work prioritization, development and conflict resolution.
• Structure, lead, and/or assist in leading all project related meetings and reports required to ensure open communication between all team members, key stakeholders, and management ( monthly project reviews, kickoff meetings, weekly reports, monthly reports, etc.) and to properly report project status. Assure that Project Plan, all appropriate reports and reporting means are developed and managed according to PMCoE Standards. Present reports to appropriate management / governance team skillfully.

Basic/Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree
• Minimum 4 years related work experience
• In lieu of bachelors degree, High School/GED and 9+ years related work experience

Desired Qualifications

• Masters degree in Project Management or Business Administration
• Utility PM experien

• Proficiency to Expertise in Project Management, Decision Making, Critical Thinking, and Problem Solving
• Project related work experience
• Risk Management
• Project Leadership
• Strong Collaboration
• Oversight
• Construction Management knowledge
• Proficiency to expertise in project related Scheduling
• Cost Controls
• Utility Technical Certifications/Training
• PMP or CAPM Certification
• CMII/Construction Certifications
• Professional Engineer License

• Virtual Mobility Classification - Work will be performed from a remote location after the onboarding period. However, virtual employees should live within a reasonable commute to a Duke Energy facility.
• Travel - 5-10%, some field visits

Specific Requirements

• 4 year degree and 5+ years of prior work related experience or 9+ years of prior work related experience in lieu of a degree
• Utility Experience (electric distribution, transmission or gas)
• Must be located in NC/SC Duke Energy Carolinas footprint

Travel Requirements

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