Project Manager

US Citizens or Green Card Holder Only. No C2C or 3rd Parties Summary The Ash Group is hiring a Project Manager (24527) for our client, a major electricity and natural gas utility provider. This is a 12-month contract working in Minneapolis, MN (Hybrid). We are offering a pay rate up to $64 per hour W2 based on skill set. Compensation: $64/hr W2 Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, and direct primary care benefits. After six months of employment, enjoy a 4% matched 401(k) plan with immediate 100% vesting. Duration: 12-month contract Location: Minneapolis, MN (Hybrid) Project Manager for decarbonization initiatives, leading pilot and R&D projects under a national program, managing vendors, budgets, stakeholder engagement, and greenhouse gas calculations. Key Responsibilities Lead contracted vendors and internal teams to achieve pilot project goals within constraints Assist in developing future pilot project scope, budget, deliverables, milestones, roles, and value proposition Collaborate with partners to manage all phases of the project lifecycle Rigorously manage scope and propose recommendations for adjustments Proactively manage scope changes, identify risks, and implement mitigations Develop and manage project budget, forecast benefits, and reconcile expenditures Create communication plans for stakeholder awareness and project updates Publish status reports, proposals, documentation, and presentations Leverage cross-functional relationships for successful project completion Maintain awareness of greenhouse gas reduction technologies and emerging solutions Apply standards and best practices for expert project management Optimize time to manage multiple initiatives with varying requirements simultaneously Qualifications Bachelor's degree in business, environmental studies, engineering, or public policy 5-10 years of project management experience in utility, energy, sustainability or related industry Direct experience with greenhouse gas emissions reduction calculations using GREET lifecycle assessment pathways Experience performing greenhouse gas calculations Experience with the GREET model and lifecycle carbon intensity calculations Experience working cross-functional and coordinating projects across teams Strong communication, stakeholder management, and organizational skills Preferred Skills Experience in carbon offsets and additional greenhouse gas emission reduction programs and calculations #J-18808-Ljbffr The Ash Group