Great Lakes Water Authority

Manage projects throughout lifecycle including scope, schedule, cost, risk, quality, and stakeholder communication. | Bachelor's degree, PMP certification or ability to obtain, and 4+ years project management experience. | Compensation $114,945.63 - $193,068.85 (Based on Experience) Summary Support the delivery of GLWA's Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) through effective management of CIP projects by managing projects throughout the project's lifecycle, from inception through close-out including scope, schedule, cost adjustment, performance assessment, quality, risk, and safety management, continuous improvement, communication and negotiation, and change management. Job Responsibilities • Manage scope, schedule and budget for project delivery and report • Coordinate scope, schedule, and budget with the CIP Program Controls Team • Communicate both verbally and in writing with all levels of the organization, negotiate and develop solid internal and external contacts, and establish and maintain working relationships with operations staff impacted by the project, to ensure the project meets operational needs • Communicate with and manage the project activities of all disciplines, operations and maintenance team members • Participate with the project team to develop realistic baseline forecasts of the overall project cost and schedule, as well as forecasts of cost and schedule to complete • Ensure project team adheres to the CIP Program's standard methodologies for design and construction management, projects controls, public outreach, permitting and regulatory management, document management, and assurances as described in the Program Management Plan (PMP) • Coordinate with GLWA's Procurement Team to monitor the progress of project procurements • Participate with the project team in developing the project plan, establishing the project budget and schedule according to the program work breakdown structure • Manage the process for evaluating, tracking, and mitigating project risks and communicating cost and/or schedule implications to CIP Program Leadership Team Members • Manage the process for monitoring and enforcing quality as outlined in the PMP chapter on quality management • Manage the process for monitoring and enforcing contractor adherence to quality plan as outlined in the PMP chapter on construction administration • Ensure adherence to the CIP Program's Change Management procedures • Work with the project team to establish planned cash flow of project expenditures • Monitor and manage project performance relative to planned baseline and approved changes • Collaborate with operating groups to develop project charters, including scope, schedule, and budget so that scope creep is avoided • Analyze variances and initiate mitigative actions needed to ensure timely completion of assigned projects • Work with contractors to ensure project cost control expectations and deliverables are Met (facilitating or participating in project workshops) • Provide analyses, performance indicators, and reports for the management team, board, committees, and all other stakeholders • Manage one or more projects and allocate resources between projects • Prepare and present status reports to management as needed • Advise leadership team members • Respond to requests for project information • Stay current with industry trends by participating in educational opportunities and professional and community organizations • Use the Project Management Information System to monitor and control project performance • Participate in strategic planning, including the annual CIP development process • Coordinate meetings and tasks with other units across the organization • Provide mentorship to other team members to develop competency • Facilitate the project closeout process • Perform related work duties as assigned • Lead and /or support in-house projects involving all disciplines engaged in the design and construction of improvements projects through the GLWA distribution system. • Periodically review and update electrical technical specification standards. • Work with and administer consultants designing improvements to GLWA facilities. Review drawings, technical specs and other technical submittals from consultants and provide comments and ensure compliance with GLWA standards and needs. Required Education and Experience At the time of application, applicant must: • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction, Business, or other related discipline of study from an accredited college or university AND • Professional Engineer License in the State of Michigan OR Project Management Professional TM Certification from a recognized accredited body OR the ability to obtain one of these credentials within 12 months of joining GLWA AND • Minimum of four (4) years of project management or related experience in the field and/or job assignment • Education requirement can be substituted with extensive experience, at the discretion of the Chief Executive Officer or designee PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or higher education • Verifiable professional electrical engineering work experience in medium voltage and pumping unit applications • 10 years or more experience in the role of a project manager assigned to construction, industrial or infrastructure projects • 10 years or more GLWA or other similar Municipality work experience related to electrical and instrumentation improvements projects. Other Requirements • Valid Michigan Driver's License and the ability to drive a motor vehicle on all terrain Essential Requirements Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This position requires the ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, feel, talk, hear see, and perform repetitive motions. Essential duties require the mental and/or physical ability to work in a standard office environment; read fine print on blueprints and display terminals; converse by telephone, two-way radio and in person using writing instruments, calculators, and personal computers; and strength to lift and carry up to 40 pounds. The work requires the ability to distinguish colors and to hear audible alarms. Incumbents may be subject to potentially hazardous physical conditions, atmospheric conditions, extreme temperatures, intense noise, and/or vehicle traffic. This position also requires the ability to walk throughout the plants and facilities. Environmental Working Requirements: Work is performed within an office, plant environment, remote sites, or other locations. Employees within this classification may be exposed to dust and electrical connections, and frequent work with computer equipment. Benefits Comprehensive benefits package effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment. This includes health, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and team member discount programs. Retirement and Retirement Health Savings are effective the first day of employment. Click HERE for more information. Note: Part-Time employment is not eligible for health benefits, however, is eligible to participate in the 457 Retirement Plan. GLWA is an equal opportunity employer. Introduce Yourself Not the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by clicking Introduce Yourself in the top-right corner of the page or create an account to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest. Skills: Atmospheric Physics, Blueprints, Budgeting, Cash Flow, Change Management, Construction, Construction Administration, Construction Management, Continuous Improvement, Cost Engineering, Cost Forecasting, Document Management, Driver's License, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Employee Relations, Financial Projections, Forecasting, Higher Education, Industry/Trade Analysis, Instrumentation, Insurance Documentation, Leadership, Lift/Move 40 Pounds, Maintain Compliance, Mentoring, Negotiation Skills, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Performance Reviews, Physical Demands, Plan Meetings, Process Management, Professional Engineer, Program Control, Program Planning, Project Close-Out, Project Control, Project Development, Project Lifecycle, Project Management Certification, Project Management Information System (PMIS), Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Planning, Project Schedule, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Management, Quality Monitoring, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Request for Information (RFI), Resource Management, Risk Management, Safety/Work Safety, Schedule Development, Status Reports, Strategic Planning, Team Player, Technical Drawing, Time Management, Variance Analysis, Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) About the Company: Great Lakes Water Authority

Manage capital improvement projects throughout all phases including initiation, design, construction, procurement, and closeout while coordinating with stakeholders and ensuring adherence to standards and budgets. | Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction, Business or related field, PMP certification or PE license (or ability to obtain within 12 months), and minimum 4 years project management experience in related field. | Compensation $104,180.08 - $174,986.45 (Based on Experience) Summary GLWA is seeking skilled Project Managers (life cycle PM) to support the delivery of GLWA’s Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) through effective management of CIP and/or non-CIP projects. GLWA Project Managers are responsible for managing projects throughout all phases of a project, including, but not limited to, business case development for project initiation, study, design, construction, procurement, operations turnover and project closeout. A life cycle PM may manage projects related to our water resource recovery facility (WRRF), our combined sewer overflow (CSO) facilities, our sewage pumping stations (SPS), or our regional wastewater collection system (RWCS) in helping the GLWA Wastewater Engineering group to support and deliver over $1 billion in capital improvements over the next 10 years throughout the wastewater facilities and collection system. Job Responsibilities • Communicate both verbally and in writing with all levels of the organization, consultants, and contractors, and have the ability to build strong relationships with all stakeholders of a project • Communicate with and manage the project activities of all project stakeholders, all project disciplines, and regulatory agencies or authorities having jurisdiction Manage the scope, schedule and budget for project delivery and report and coordinate same with the CIP Program Controls Team • Ability to communicate at all necessary levels of understanding, coordinate projects & details, and build & maintain relationships with operations and maintenance staff, procurement staff, asset management staff, engineering staff, leadership, and administrative staff. • Help develop with the project team realistic baseline forecasts of the overall project cost and schedule, as well as forecasts of each projects cost and schedule • Ensure adherence to the department’s engineering standards, project management standards, and guidelines, and actively participate in the improvement of same • Ensure the project team adheres to the CIP Program’s standard methodologies for project & quality management, projects controls, permitting and regulatory management, and project assurances as described in the Program Management Plan (PMP) • Coordinate all projects through GLWA’s public advertisement & procurement process • Manage the process for evaluating, tracking and mitigating project risks and communicating cost and/or schedule implications to leadership! • Manage the process for monitoring and enforcing contractor adherence GLWA’s PMP • Ensure the CIP Program’s Change Management procedures are adhered to • Monitor and manage project performance relative to planned baseline and approved changes • Collaborate with all stakeholders to develop project charters, including scope, schedule, and budget so that scope creep is avoided • Analyze variances and initiate mitigative actions needed to ensure timely completion of assigned projects • Track and communicate project cost control expectations and deliverables with consultants and contractors • Stay current with industry trends by participating in educational opportunities and professional/community organizations • Follow security and safety policies and procedures in carrying out work duties • Participate in strategic planning, including the annual CIP development process • Manage multiple projects and balance / allocate resources between projects • Prepare and present status reports to management as needed • Advise leadership team members of projects • Respond to requests for project information • Coordinate meetings and tasks with other business units across the organization • Provide mentoring in areas of expertise to other team members • Facilitate the project initiation, management, and closeout processes • Perform related work duties as assigned Required Education and Experience • Transcripts or Diploma Required: • Education requirement can be substituted with extensive experience, at the discretion of the Chief Executive Officer or designee • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction, Business, or other related discipline of study from an accredited college or university; AND • Professional Engineer License in the State of Michigan OR Project Management Professional Certification from a recognized accredited body OR the ability to obtain one of these credentials within 12 months of joining GLWA; AND• Minimum of four (4) years of project management or related experience in the field and/or job assignment Preferred Education and Experience • 10 years or more experience in the role of a design engineer for various projects related to water and/or wastewater treatment and/or transport • 10 years or more experience in the role of a project manager assigned to construction, industrial or infrastructure projects • Engineering experience with multiple engineering disciplines (coordination, management, interface, or other) (civil/ site, process / mechanical, electrical, instrumentation & controls, chemical, sanitary, environmental, mechanical, or electrical) Other Requirements • A valid Michigan Driver’s License and the ability to drive a motor vehicle on all terrain • Ability to work irregular hours, to commute to GLWA facilities and work sites • Follow security and safety policies and procedures in carrying out work duties • Job is a hybrid job with remote and onsite work opportunities Benefits Comprehensive benefits package effective the first of the month following 30 days of employment. This includes health, dental, vision, tuition reimbursement, and team member discount programs. Retirement and Retirement Health Savings are effective the first day of employment. Click HERE for more information. Note: Part-Time employment is not eligible for health benefits, however, is eligible to participate in the 457 Retirement Plan. GLWA is an equal opportunity employer. Introduce Yourself Not the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by clicking Introduce Yourself in the top-right corner of the page or create an account to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest.