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FirstEnergy · 1 day ago

Supervisor Transmission Project Management - Akron, Reading, Greensburg, Morristown, Holmdel, or Morgantown

Akron, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$118K/yr - $200K/yr

5+ years exp

FirstEnergy is a forward-thinking electric utility committed to integrity, safety, and operational excellence. The Supervisor position oversees Project Managers in the Transmission Project Management department, ensuring project success and adherence to safety and environmental standards.

Clean EnergyEnergyEnergy EfficiencyInformation Services

No H1B

Responsibilities

Ensuring there is a complete team and individual commitment to safety in all areas of work

Ensuring there is a complete team and individual commitment to environmental compliance

Supervising a staff of Project Managers (both internal and external), while providing leadership and direction that results in successful projects which meet, enhance and contribute to the overall goals of FET and FE

Directing daily activities of project managers and technical personnel

Directing and developing staff, and participating in the development of the overall direction and goals of the department

Overseeing a positive work atmosphere that promotes individual development and operates within the FirstEnergy Rules of Engagement and Code of Ethics

Monitoring employee satisfaction and managing performance and development

Ensuring adherence to all applicable policies and practices, including but not limited to the Manual of Operations, FE Construction Standards and the Accident Prevention Handbook

Communicating department and project goals, priorities and decisions to Regional and Corporate Leadership

Conducting periodic project status meetings with corporate and regional personnel

Ensuring that project challenge meetings, peer reviews and variance analysis meetings are performed

Working with Portfolio Management to develop and update the 5 year work plan

Working closely with Supply Chain to ensure external resources are available as needed throughout the year

Working with Construction Management to ensure projects have construction oversight resources as needed

Working with controls and financial oversight groups to minimize financial risks associated with projects

Developing and maintaining reasonable project schedules

Reviewing, documenting and saving change requests as needed

Managing the escalation of issues and risks associated with projects

Helping to determine new, creative ways to employ teams on projects and distribute responsibilities

Continually seek and capitalize upon opportunities to increase customer satisfaction and deepen client relationships

Identifying and notifying the Transmission Leadership Team of additional resources or requirements necessary to meet the scope or schedule of a project

Participate in the FirstEnergy storm process as needed

Qualification

FinanceProject ManagementConstruction ManagementProject ControlsPrimaveraMS ProjectAnalytical AbilityInterpersonal SkillsCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor of Science degree in Business, Engineering, Finance, Construction Management or related field. Consideration will be given to applicants having extensive multi-disciplined and technical and operational background in lieu of a college degree

Must have minimum of 5 years' experience in project organization with background in engineering, finance, project management, construction, or project controls

Knowledge of project management concepts and processes

Excellent interpersonal skills, strong written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical ability are required

Successful candidate must be a team player and possess a willingness to work in a team environment

Ability to be a highly motivated, enthusiastic leader who functions well independently and is capable of communicating, motivating, and driving positive workforce change and process improvement

Ability to be an active thinker and team player who positively challenges those around him/her and is mentally flexible and cooperative

Ability to make accurate decisions and demonstrate sound judgment

Results oriented and willing and available to work extra hours and travel, as required

Preferred

Experience with a project management tool such as Primavera or MS Project is a plus

Detailed Project Controls experience is a definite plus

Benefits

Competitive pay plus incentive compensation

A company-sponsored pension plan

401(k) savings plan with matching employer contribution

A choice of medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and life insurance programs

Skills development training with tuition reimbursement

Company

FirstEnergy

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We are a forward-thinking electric utility centered on integrity, powered by a diverse team of employees committed to making customers’ lives brighter, the environment better and our communities stronger.

Founded in 1997

Akron, Ohio, USA

10001+ employees