Project Manager, Project & Program Management, Operations Management

As the nation’s first statewide, “transmission only” company, VELCO manages the safe, reliable, cost-effective transmission of electric power throughout Vermont and as a part of the integrated New England regional network.

Our Project Managers have the opportunity to collaborate with every functional area at VELCO to develop and build the electrical infrastructure necessary to meet the energy and reliability needs of Vermonters.

Whether you are early in your career or seeking advancement, VELCO would like to hear from you - as we will fill this role at the Associate level, mid-career or Senior level depending on our candidate pool.

You’ll manage the capital projects critical to the success of the electrical Transmission system in Vermont.

will manage the successful execution of projects in accordance with the project scope, schedule and budget. Plan, budget, document, oversee and lead various projects from conception through completion. Represent the company in the interaction with stakeholders, including state and federal regulatory staff, members of the public, landowners, and distribution utility staff. Provide reports to management, as well as the VELCO Board of Directors on the status of project efforts.

• Lead project planning sessions.
• Coordinate internal and external resources.
• Manage project progress and adapt work as required.
• Ensure projects meet deadlines.
• Manage project costs according to budgets.
• Manage relationships with stakeholders.
• Manage the development of bidding documents including Requests for Proposals, evaluations and internal Challenge Board requests.
• Develop, sign off and oversee contracts for both materials and services.
• Develop outage schedules when necessary.
• Monitor the performance of staff and contractors to ensure the successful performance of work in accordance with project plans and company requirements.
• Develop work plans and schedules to effectively manage resources necessary for the execution of projects.
• Develop annual capital budgets and update quarterly forecasts for all assigned projects.
• Provide written and oral testimony during the application and formal proceedings necessary to receive a Certificate of Public Good under VT Section 248.
• Develop commissioning plans and execution according to established processes.
• Participate on strategic teams in alignment with company core behaviors.
• Actively support the company’s strategic initiatives in support of the company’s mission and vision.

We will be filling this role at the Associate level, experienced level or Senior level.

- Entry-level project manager. Expectations are that individuals at this level will be learning the technical, managerial and financial aspects of project management as well as the processes, tools and physical attributes in one or more of VELCO’s capital programs (Substation, Transmission Lines, Information Technology, or Telecommunications) and completing project management assignments under direct supervision.

Qualifications include an Associates of Science degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Project Management or Business Management. The average time at this level will typically be 2-4 years based on the ability of the individual to earn a Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Project Management or Business Management and become self-sufficient in managing project assignments with decreasing management oversight.

The individual will understand the basic principles of project management and have knowledge and experience in relevant industry practice in…