Associate Project Manager

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We're powered by purpose-driven people like you who believe in being inclusive and creative, and value safety, innovation, integrity and community service. We are a Fortune 200 company, 19,000 colleagues strong serving more than 10 million customers at six energy companies -- Atlantic City Electric (ACE), Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), Commonwealth Edison (ComEd), Delmarva Power & Light (DPL), PECO Energy Company (PECO), and Potomac Electric Power Company (Pepco).

In our relentless pursuit of excellence, we elevate diverse voices, fresh perspectives and bold thinking. And since we know transforming the future of energy is hard work, we provide competitive compensation, incentives, excellent benefits and the opportunity to build a rewarding career.

Are you in? Primary Purpose:

Supports the development and execution of company projects by assisting Sr Project Manager(s) and/or Principal Project Manager(s) in the completion of transmission, substation, distribution, and/or gas projects. Will participate and assist in the development and management of project scope, schedule, budget, risks, and safety performance under the guidance of an experienced Project Management professional. Will participate in cross functional teams across multiple operating areas and including contract resources. Provides analytical and operational support to the Project Management function beginning with project inception, through development and execution of project plans, and project closeout.

 

Position may be required to work extended hours, including 24 x 7 coverage during storms or other energy delivery emergencies.

Primary Duties:

• Assists experienced Project Managers to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and on budget. Supports the development and implementation of projects and/or business initiatives by gathering data, interpreting results, and making recommendations to support the efficient execution of projects. (60%)
• Tracks project costs and schedules under the guidance of Project Management professionals to ensure projects are executed within acceptable limits. (10%)
• Establish and maintain strong professional relationships with internal and external project stakeholders to answer questions, provide data, and coordinate project activities as needed. (10%)
• Provide analytical and operations support to the business unit as needed. Monitor and track project status. Prepare, review, and analyze reports. (10%)
• Learn all necessary computer applications and attend all training related to the project management function, in pursuit of project management certifications. (10%)

Job Scope:

This is an individual contributor position that works under direct supervision. The Associate Project Manager is expected to assist in the coordination and management of assigned projects, ensuring work is performed in a safe manner, within deadline and budget. There is significant engagement and interaction with other stakeholders, both internal and external to the company. The ability to build relationships across the organization and to influence others through strong communication, tact, and persuasiveness is essential. This position helps maintain the company's good standing with customers and stakeholders in regard to supporting projects with a direct link to the customer.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, or related discipline and 0-2 years relevant experience, OR in lieu of a bachelor's degree, a minimum of 2-5 years of relevant experience. Customer driven with good oral and written communication skills. Ability to analyze basic problems/situations and recommend alternative courses of action. Excellent planning and organizational skills with a focus on achieving desired results. Strong financial aptitude. Demonstrated proficiency in PC software packages such as Microsoft Word and Excel. Job requires a valid driver's license and use of personal vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree is preferred. Prior utility or construction project management training or experience.

Benefits: Benefits

• Annual salary will vary based on a candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $62,400.00/Yr. – $85,800.00/Yr.
• Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 7%
• 401(k) match and annual company contribution
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Generous paid time off options, including vacation, sick time, floating and fixed holidays, maternity leave and bonding/primary caregiver leave or parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program and resources for mental and emotional support
• Wellbeing programs such as tuition reimbursement, adoption and surrogacy assistance and fitness reimbursement
• Referral bonus program
• And much more

Note: Exelon-sponsored compensation and benefit programs may vary or not apply based on length of service, job grade, job classification or represented status. Eligibility will be determined by the written plan or program documents.

Commonwealth Edison, commonly known by syllabic abbreviation as ComEd, is the largest electric utility in Illinois, and the primary electric provider in Chicago and much of Northern Illinois. Its service territory stretches roughly from Iroquois County on the south to the Wisconsin border on the north and from the Iowa border on the west to the Indiana border on the east. For more than 100 years, Commonwealth Edison has been the primary electric delivery services company for Northern Illinois. Today, ComEd is a unit of Chicago-based Exelon Corporation, one of the nation's largest electric and gas utility holding companies. ComEd provides electric service to more than 3.8 million customers across Northern Illinois. The company's revenues totaled more than $7 billion in 2023.