Sr Project Manager

Senior Project Manager The Sr. Project Manager oversees large-scale utility construction projects from initiation to completion, ensuring safety, quality, schedule, and budget objectives are met. This role manages all phases of project executionincluding integration, risk, procurement, and stakeholder engagementwhile adhering to NIPSCO standards and industry best practices. The position requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and proficiency in project management tools to deliver complex capital projects in challenging environments. Essential Functions Employs project integration processes to effectively initiate, plan, execute, monitor and control, and effectively transient the project to the customer and ensure project objective accomplishment Integrates competence in the product life cycle components to the definition and management of non-product objectives (safety, cost, schedule, human resource, etc.) Expand competence in integration management to align project resources for optimal productivity. Implements product to project scope configuration management. Applies expanding interpersonal skills to lead, manage, and direct the project management team and project stakeholders. Employs quality management processes to effectively initiate, plan, execute, monitor and control and ensures customer satisfaction. Employs risk management processes to effectively initiate, plan, execute, monitor and control and deliver project objectives Employs procurement management proficiencies and processes to effectively transfer product and project risk (threats) and exploit, enhance, and share product opportunities to third parties at a fair and equitable price to establish and deliver objective value to both buyer and seller as a result of the project. Employs cost management proficiencies to effectively estimate, budget, and control costs within project objective (success) parameters for the project Employs schedule management proficiencies to effectively plan, schedule, and deliver the project within the designated project time objective (success) parameters for the project Employs the NIPSCO risk management utility to the development and management of projects, human resources, and stakeholders Applies and integrates proficiency in NIPSCO human resource processes and skills to optimize coordination of the project management team performance and ensure optimum coordination is achieved given existing human resource policies and procedures. Uses effective human resource tools and techniques to motivate and drive contractor performance Effectively engages project stakeholders; employs effective strategies in dealing with negative stakeholders and integrate the project objectives with the composite of individual project stakeholder requirements and expectations. Applies proficiency in effective communication management to manage and control project stakeholders Applies proficiency in project governance and utilize effective communication and objective management to ensure that the project's safety and environmental objectives are realized. The Project Manager will manage the project in accordance with industry best practices, the NIPSCO Organizational Process Assets, the Project Management Guidelines and Standards Required Qualifications For Position Bachelor's Degree in Technical plus 6 years technical experience 7-9 years project/architectural-engineering/technical experience 1-3 years Project Manager plus 2 years' experience as a PM Expand the project management knowledge base in project management methodology, processes, tools, techniques, and software; increasing personal maturity in project management (Level 3 maturity) Expanded comprehension in project management guidelines, standard, processes, and job aids Expanded proficiency in project management information systems (PMIS) utilization and integration; scheduling software, risk management software, cost management software, and performance metrics (and dashboards) and tool integration of project controls information Applies an increasing proficiency in leadership, management, organizational theory, personal, interpersonal skills in a "situational leadership" application. Manages project stakeholders using cognitive ability, personal effectiveness, innovation, value based decision-making, integrated communication (soft and hard skills); conflict resolution, and team work Capability to efficiently perform duties under stringent deadlines, schedules, and conditions. Must be able to work a flexible work schedule. Must be able to work in areas of high noise, dust, extreme temperatures, confined spaces and chemical hazards. Must possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license. Position may require up to 50% travel. Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)-PMI within 1 Year Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position Experience in large industrial Capital Project environments. Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)-PMI Upon Hire Physical Demands The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position. Work Authorization Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. Workplace Connection Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives/convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team/Customers and external partners. Respect the unique lived experiences within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represents all walks of life and all backgrounds. Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment. Equal Employment Opportunity NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle. By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities. ADA Accommodations If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process or to perform the essential functions of the position, please contact OneHR at OneHR@nisource.com or 1-888-640-3320 Safety Statement Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits. E-Verify NiSource participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's E-Verify program. As part of this process, we provide the following notices to all job applicants: These documents inform you of your rights and responsibilities under U.S. law. You can view or download them using the links below: E-Verify Participation Poster English and Spanish Right to Work Poster English and Spanish Salary Range*: $110,200.00 - $165,300.00 *The salary offered to a candidate is based on several factors including the candidate's skills, job-related knowledge, and relevant experience, as well as internal pay equity.