Lead Manager Project Planning

Lead Manager Project Planning

Job Category : Construction Project Management

Requisition Number : LEADM004794

Full-Time

Hybrid

Salary Range : $131,250 USD to $218,750 USD

Dover, DE 19901, USA +10 more locations

Description

Lead Manager, Project Planning

Supporting Service Territories in Florida, Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, & Ohio

At the heart of our company is a dedication to delivering energy that drives progress. We put people first, work to keep them safe and build trusting relationships.

Your role in our success :

The Lead Manager, Project Planning will provide overall leadership to the Project Managers and Land and ROW team consisting of multiple departments responsible for all project planning related functions including all aspects of project management (scheduling, budgeting, risk analysis, resource planning, and reporting) capital project analysis, project controls and forecasting, contract negotiations as well as right-of-way acquisition and land records management. This position will be accountable for the alignment of processes and standards, implementation of best practices, performance of the team, and all functional areas within the project planning discipline across the enterprise.

What you'll be working on :

• Directs, guides, and oversees the enterprise-wide team, consisting of multiple departments, responsible for all aspects of project management, capital project analysis, and land planning, in a manner that reflects the company values of care, integrity, and excellence.
• Establishes department budget and plans to address resource needs and ensure achievement of goals.
• Ensures the safe delivery of capital projects on-time and on-budget.
• Accountable for the effectiveness of the route development and right-of-way acquisition process in support of project planning efforts.
• Equips the team for success and develops future leaders through service-oriented leadership built on trusting relationships.
• Provides technical guidance and leadership to the team in support of project management, process standardization, process improvement, and completion of deliverables.
• Provides guidance and supports the Operations, Business Development, and Regulatory teams as it relates to project development, system planning, integrity management, regulatory applications / proceedings, compliance expertise / filings, and other needs related to the standardization of processes, procedures, materials, etc.
• Continuously assess organizational structure and performance in support of building one cohesive enterprise-wide team across multiple service territories.
• Identifies and executes on data-driven process improvement opportunities, in coordination with key stakeholders.
• Supports the budget and financial forecast development process including internal and external communications related to operational needs, project status, and outcomes.
• Ensures the accuracy and availability of all land records and develop process to budget and support timely lease and easement payments.
• Identifies and mitigates risk and develop process improvements associated with project planning and capital forecasting process.
• Supports engineering and construction teams and represent company in a manner that builds trust.
• Participates in internal and external training as required.
• Travels to other / remote project and company office sites as necessary.

Who you are :

Benefits / what's in it for you?

Chesapeake Utilities Corporation is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors. Applicants with a disability that need assistance applying for a position may email careers@chpk.com.

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