Project Manager II

What You Can Expect

As the Project Manager II, working in a self-managed team concept, reporting to one of the campus Program Managers. As part of the ENGIE capital projects team based at the University of Iowa, you will be responsible for managing utility infrastructure capital projects associated with expanding and maintaining the utility system on the two local University campuses. Projects ranging in size from $100,000 to $15M, with completion of each taking the span of 1-3 years.

This position is being hired in support of a 50 year concession agreement to operate, maintain and enhance the University of Iowa's utility system. The projects you'll take on will involve numerous and diverse projects in the areas of electric and thermal energy production and distribution, and storm- and wastewater infrastructure.

No two days are the same, starting with the development stage you will be submitting reports and conducting meetings with Team members, subcontractors and stakeholders on a regular basis, providing oversight and sharing updates on projects and planning, solving construction challenges through collaboration and clearing the path and working towards successful completion. The key measurements of success are successful completion of projects with no health, safety or environmental and public relations, on time and under budget. You will be managing contracts for both Design and construction of capital projects within the central plants, and managing project teams made of internal staff, external consultants and Operations and maintenance staff.

What You'll Bring

• You have a Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering or other technical field Or, a Bachelor's degree (any major) and an additional two (2) years of Project Management experience in industrial projects in lieu of the Engineering / Technical degree
• You have a minimum two (2) years' of project management experience managing the scope development, estimates, stakeholder management, contracting, cost development, cost tracking, project execution, commissioning, and closeout of projects
• You possess or have the desire to obtain a PMP Certification
• You have strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate with stakeholders, colleagues, and contractors, including engineers, architects, and construction firms to develop and execute projects
• You utilize new budgets and cost tracking devices to provide input to long-term financial planning, issue contracts, change contract orders, and process invoices
• You have monitored project progress in design and construction phases through regular contractor and stakeholder interaction both virtually and in-person on work sites
• You can liaise with ENGIE entities and colleagues for knowledge sharing

Additional Details

• This role requires attendance in the office a minimum of four days a week, or as required by project activities
• Although rare, some projects might require nights or weekend work to support outages
• Must possess a valid U.S. driver's license/clean driving record to use a company vehicle and travel across campus to project sites
• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies
• Ability to travel for general business and training purposes
• Strong acumen in financial and contractual aspects of capital projects
• Ability to multi-task, utilize problem solving, and interpersonal skills

Compensation

Salary Range: $84,000 - $128,800 USD annually

This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate.

Actual offered salary may depend on geography, experience, industry knowledge, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.

ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.

In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan.

Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location.

At ENGIE, we take your well-being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match. But that's not all - we're dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family, offering supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits. Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more.

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