Project Manager Gas Operations

PGL, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Project Manager Gas Operations in our Chicago, Illinois location.

 

About Us

 

WEC Energy Group is one of the nation’s largest electric generation and distribution and natural gas delivery holding companies serving 4.7 million customers across the Midwest. We are committed to providing clean, reliable, and affordable energy in an environmentally sustainable manner. Customers are the heart of our business, and we work every day to help grow and support communities where we provide vital energy services.

 

As a Fortune 500 company, we value and develop our employees who are making a difference in a mission that matters. We don’t just offer a job; we provide fulfilling careers where safety and well-being are paramount. Join our team and experience first-hand our commitment to your success. We offer competitive pay and benefits to recognize your hard work and dedication.

 

If you’re talented, energetic and ready for a career with a future, we want you on our team. We are powered by a diverse and inclusive workforce fueled by the pride in what we do. If you're driven by the passion to change lives, this is the place for you.

Job Summary

 

Responsible and accountable for implementing major, moderately complex construction and engineering projects related to natural gas transmission and distribution. Areas of responsibility include project planning, execution, controls and close out for the management of engineering, procurement, construction, and ultimately functional operation of People’s Gas facilities. Responsible for management and leadership of a diverse group of team members involved in gas distribution and transmission design, construction and restoration activities. This position will require utilizing knowledge of gas operations and construction processes to meet project budgets, schedules, safety objective and compliance with local, state and federal regulations. Obtains and manages adequate resources including union, non-union, consultants and contractors to meet all project objectives in the most efficient and effective manner. May coach and mentor other Project Managers and support staff. Requires ability to influence team members without positional authority.

 

This is a job family posting (Project Manager I Gas Operations and Project Manager II Gas Operations). Experience will be the determining factor.

Job Responsibilities

 

• Manage moderately complex construction projects inclusive of project integration management, scope management, time management, cost management, quality management, human resource management, communications management, risk management and procurement management, complying with legal requirements, construction management and financial accountability. Provides on-site review and direction to ensure all project objectives are met
• Coordinate procure effort with team members and other departments for engineering services, materials, equipment, and installation contracts
• Collaborate and communicate with the stakeholders on project objectives. Report project schedule, cost and performance status to company personnel, and regulatory agencies as required
• Coordinate design engineering effort, preparation of specifications and construction documents
• Coach and mentor other project managers and project support staff on project management skills and activities
• Prepare and implement procedures for effective control of project activities

Minimum Qualifications

 

Project Manager I Gas Operations

• Bachelor's Degree
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license
• 1+ years of experience with Federal, State, and Local Codes and Regulatory Requirements
• 1+ years of experience interfacing with operations in a service center, industrial plant, manufacturing plant or power plant
• 3+ years of project management of construction / capital equipment projects
• 3+ years of experience with construction contracts and commercial terms, status reporting, procurement practices, industry standards, industrial business, engineering knowledge and construction safety
   

Project Manager II Gas Operations

• Bachelor's Degree
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license
• 1+ years of experience with Federal, State, and Local Codes and Regulatory Requirements
• 1+ year of experience interfacing with operations in a service center, industrial plant, manufacturing plant or power plant
• 3+ years in a formal or informal leadership role
• 3+ years experience with construction contracts and commercial terms, status reporting, procurement