Project Manager I - II, PED

Thank you for your interest in the BWL. We think you'll find it a rewarding and nurturing place to grow your career.

Starting Salary Range: $61,800.00 - $72,900.00

Position Summary:

The Project Manager position is responsible for ensuring the success of capital projects through the management of the Initiating, Planning, Executing, Monitoring and Controlling, and Closing process groups as defined by the Project Management Body of Knowledge Guide (PMBOK). The Project Manager's main role is to proactively manage the coordination and communications of a project as it relates to the scope, schedule, budget, quality, risks, procurement, and stakeholders.

Essential Functions:

• Effectively manages the coordination, communication, and reporting of a project including guiding their team in developing a scope of work, schedule, and budget and then tracking and reporting to deliver the project on time and on budget while meeting scope and quality.
• Effective project managers will have a background that includes a balance of technical, interpersonal, conceptual, and time management skills that allow them to effectively manage a project team including internal and external resources.
• Successful candidates will be self-motivated leaders that can build and maintain a team, resolve conflicts, define clear roles and responsibilities, and work toward everyone's success.
• Successful candidates will possess interpersonal skills such as: leadership, team building, motivation, communication, influencing, decision making, political and cultural awareness, negotiation, trust building, conflict management, coaching.
• Participation in the continuous improvement of the Asset Management System and Work Management processes.
• Predictable and reliable attendance.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Job Specifications:

Required:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, Business or other related field from an accredited college or university; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Must have a minimum of zero to two years of related experience in project management, project design, or utility projects.
• Aware of the principles of Project Management as defined by the PMBOK Guide, 6th Edition.
• Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills, with ability to effectively communicate with technical and non-technical audiences.
• Must have experience with Microsoft Office and be able to learn project scheduling software (Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project), and eBuilder (or a similar project/construction management software).
• Must have valid Ml driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Additional Responsibilities & Requirements:

Project Manager II, PED: Starting Salary Range: $68,600. - $81,600.

Job Specifications:

Required:

• Must have a minimum of one year of related experience in project management, project
• design, or utility projects.
• Must have experience with Microsoft Office and scheduling software (Primavera P6 or Microsoft Project), and eBuilder (or a similar project/construction management software).
• Knowledgeable of the principles of Project Management as defined by the PMBOK Guide, 6th.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must be able to remain in a stationary position for the majority of the working day. The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office environment including the use of stairs. Constantly operates a computer, and other office equipment. Ability to adjust focus, especially due to concentration on a computer screen. Must communicate frequently with other departments and employees both verbally and in writing. May need to lift and carry up to 30 pounds and/or position the body to reach items on the floor/below knee level or reach overhead. The person in this position needs to occasionally move about in industrial environments, and uneven terrain. May be required to recognize small numbers, letters, symbols, colors on prints, and/or operate field instruments/equipment.


Works in temperature-controlled office environment, with occasional work in outdoor weather conditions, and in industrial environments.


The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills that may be required of the employee. Management reserves the right to add, remove, or otherwise alter these duties, responsibilities, and skills at any time.

Why Should You Apply?

Competitive wages, employee development, and opportunity for professional growth.


Robust time off benefits including vacation, free choice, sick leave, parental leave and 11 paid holidays.


Comprehensive benefits package offered including medical, prescription, dental, life insurance, long-term disability, employee assistance program.


Voluntary benefits including vision, supplemental and dependent life insurance, flexible spending, AFLAC options, LifeLock anti-theft, long term care, tuition reimbursement, and BWL's Home Purchase Plan - Forgivable $5,000 loan for purchase of a home in Lansing.


Retirement programs including 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan (DC) (100% company paid up to 9.5 % of base salary for BU positions and up to 13% of base salary for NBU positions), 457 Deferred Compensation matches up to $2,500 per year.


Post retirement benefits offered at the respective level of coverage, co-pays and health care premium, at the same level as active employees.


Two fitness centers located on site open 24/7, work life balance program, employee assistance program, free parking and much more!


About BWL:
The Board of Water & Light serves Lansing, Michigan, and surrounding areas with electricity, water, and steam. Lansing's city charter vests the BWL with full and exclusive management of water, steam, and electric services for or the city. The American Public Power Association has honored the Lansing Board of Water & Light as one of the country's best publicly-owned utilities.


The Location:
Lansing lies at the heart of the Great Lakes State and offers all the beauty and splendor of the four seasons. A haven for swimming, boating, fishing, snowmobiling, golf, and hunting, mid-Michigan is also just a couple hours from premier skiing and one of the most beautiful freshwater lakeshores in the world on our Lake Michigan Coast. Lansing itself is only minutes and miles away from two of the nation's premier universities, Michigan State University and the University of Michigan, and boasts miles of walking, running, biking trails, Potter Park Zoo, professional sports, the arts, and fine dining.

THE BOARD OF WATER & LIGHT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER