Senior Project Manager

Hybrid 3 on in Raleigh, NC

Our client seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead multiple utility power projects across distribution and transmission. The role will manage scope, schedule, cost, risk, and stakeholder communications while applying Agile project management practices where appropriate. The position requires advanced data management skills in Excel and Access to interpret complex project documents and support decision making.

Due to client requirements, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

Rate: $63.00 to $73.00/hr. w2

• Lead multiple projects through full lifecycle with adherence to the Project Management Center of Excellence standards.
• Develop and manage project plans, schedules, budgets, and cost controls with proficiency in scheduling and reporting tools.
• Identify, analyze, and mitigate project risks while ensuring compliance with utility safety and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams and vendors, enabling strong collaboration across organizational levels up to senior leadership.
• Apply Agile project management practices where appropriate to drive delivery and transparency.
• Prepare and deliver clear written and oral communications, including status reporting and executive updates.
• Leverage advanced Excel and Access to manage data, build pivot tables and VLOOKUPs, and interpret complex documentation.
• Support construction management interfaces and oversee project execution in distribution and transmission environments.

• 6 to 9 years of project management experience, preferably within the utility industry.
• Agile project management experience preferred.
• Intermediate to advanced Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs.
• Advanced data management experience in Excel and Access.
• Demonstrated decision making, critical thinking, problem solving, and risk management.
• Working knowledge to proficiency in scheduling and cost controls.
• Strong written and oral communication skills and cross-organizational collaboration.
• Experience interacting with stakeholders from individual contributors to executive management.

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Preferred: Master’s in business, project management, or equivalent.
• Preferred certifications: PMP or CAPM, Utility Technical Certifications/Training, CMII/Construction Certifications, or Professional Engineer License.

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Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.

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About Eliassen Group:

Eliassen Group is a strategic consulting firm that helps organizations reach further and achieve more through our technology, business advisory, and life sciences solutions. For nearly 40 years, we have combined exceptional people, deep domain expertise, and intelligent capabilities to expand our clients’ capacity and accelerate meaningful outcomes. We are driven by a purpose to positively impact the lives of our employees, clients, consultants, and the communities we serve.

Eliassen is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and all employment decisions are based on merit, performance, and business needs. Eliassen does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity or expression, sexual preference or orientation, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), marital status, creed, religion, physical or mental disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, age, ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, prohibited criminal record inquiries of applicants and employees, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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