Project Manager II

Build an exciting, rewarding career with us - help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits. Candidates must reside within the Duke Energy Carolinas/Carolinas West footprint. Execution PM, Central/Upstate Team This role has accountability for managing the execution of Distribution Substation Optimization (SO) and Area Capacity (ACU) projects in Carolinas West. This role includes execution responsibilities for a geographic area and/or supporting responsibilities across the broader team. 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. There are important zone stakeholder constructs in place where alignment is critical to success. 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 Required/Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree Minimum 5 years related work experience In lieu of Bachelor's degree(s) AND 5 plus year(s) related work experience listed above, High School/GED AND 9 plus year(s) related work experience Desired Qualifications Master's degree in Project management or Master's degree in Business Administration Project Management Professional and/or Professional Engineer Utility Experience (electric distribution, transmission, or gas) Additional Preferred Qualifications Proficiency to Expertise in Project Management, Decision Making, Critical Thinking, and Problem Solving Project related work experience. Risk Management Project Leadership Strong Collaboration Construction Management knowledge Proficiency to expertise in project related Scheduling Cost Controls Professional Engineer License Working Conditions Hybrid Mobility Classification - Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable daily commute to a Duke Energy facility. Hybrid - Reports to a Duke office 3 days/week. Travel - 5-15%, some field visits Must be located in NC/SC Duke Energy Carolinas (DEC) footprint. Specific Requirements Valid driver's license Travel Requirements 5-15% Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable) No Represented/Union Position No Visa Sponsored Position No. This is not a Visa Sponsored Position. This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future. Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications. Privacy Do Not Sell My Personal Information (CA) Terms of Use Accessibility #J-18808-Ljbffr