Northeast Gas Association · 19 hours ago
Project Manager
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid Level
3+ years expThe Northeast Gas Association (NGA) is a key organization supporting local gas distribution companies across the northeast. The Project Manager will oversee a range of research initiatives, managing projects from concept to commercialization while ensuring alignment with regulatory and technology goals.
Utilities
Responsibilities
Manage all aspects of research, development, and deployment (RD&D) projects from initiation through completion
Responsible for budgetary and long-range project planning for project milestones and deliverables
Evaluate proposed and ongoing projects in terms of stated objectives, risk, technical methodology, and industry benefits
Identify and select 3rd party research labs (private, university, and government) to conduct actual research and product development
Ensure high-quality, on-time deliverables and proactively mitigate issues or risks
Demonstrate ownership of assigned projects, taking initiative to move work forward without close supervision
Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to interpret data, evaluate technical reports, and make recommendations
Interact and communicate through verbal and written media at multiple management levels with clients, vendors, research labs, and other 3rd party entities
Develop and deliver high level presentations as well as technical papers on projects and proposed activities
Engage with current/potential clients to discuss planned research projects, gain financial buy-in to support these projects, uncover client’s future R&D needs, and present company’s value proposition
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Engineering Management (Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial, or Civil majors preferred); PMP designation or coursework strongly considered
3+ years of experience in an engineering/project management or research management
Experience working both individually and within a team-focused environment, demonstrating strong self-motivation and active team engagement
Experience and ease with public presentations
While Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support productivity, independent analysis, comprehension of technical material, and original thought are essential to this role
Excellent quantitative skills
Careful attention to detail and ability to ensure data integrity in a dynamic environment
Strong oral communication, technical writing, active listening, and presentation skills
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills
Strong project management skills, including ability to work effectively under deadline pressures
Effective relationship builder with a range of stakeholders, including executives, managers, and program administrators
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint, and Power BI
Hard working, solutions oriented
Flexible and adaptable
Self-motivated and independent learner
Comfortable in both team-lead and individual contributor role
Professional presence and self-confidence
Curious to learn new skills and expand knowledge
Willingness to travel as needed
Preferred
Experience/exposure to Natural Gas industry (midstream, transmission or distribution sectors) preferred but not required
Benefits
A competitive total compensation and benefits package will be offered to the successful candidate.
Company
Northeast Gas Association
The Northeast Gas Association (NGA), established in 2003, supports more than 35 local gas distribution companies (LDCs), which collectively serve over 13 million customers across the northeast states of Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Vermont.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Jose Costa
President and CEO
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