Project Manager – Associate

Consumers Energy

. Manage multiple concurrent transmission electric system capital improvement projects from initiation through completion .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeUnited StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing transmission electric system capital improvement projects, including project scheduling, cost control, and stakeholder communication. Proficient in coordinating cross-functional teams and resolving project issues effectively.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project Management Professional (PMP) CertificationTransmission Electric System Capital Project ExperiencePrimavera Scheduling SoftwareElectric Utility Construction ProcessesEffective Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Project SchedulingCost ControlRisk AssessmentConstruction ManagementVendor CoordinationChange Order ReviewVariance IdentificationBaseline Project SchedulingCash-Flow ProjectionsElectric Substation Equipment Familiarity

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsProblem-Solving SkillsTeam CollaborationAbility to Work Independently

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteMicrosoft ProjectPrimaveraScheduling Software

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP)

Industry Keywords

Electric Utility IndustryConstruction ManagementCapital Improvement ProjectsElectric Utility ConstructionTransmission Systems

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage multiple concurrent transmission electric system capital improvement projects from initiation through completion
Assemble cross-functional project teams and coordinate their efforts
Lead high-priority project teams to complete projects on time, within scope, and within authorized budget
Facilitate detailed baseline project schedules, identify critical paths and milestones
Update construction dates monthly and monitor schedule progress
Identify at-risk activities and address issues before they cause delays
Facilitate status, coordination, scheduling, and lessons-learned meetings
Act as escalation point for project issues, risks, and change requests
Manage and resolve project issues and escalate concerns to leadership
Monitor and control project costs through cash-flow projections, cost comparisons, and variance identification
Review construction contractor quotes and issue purchase-order requisitions
Review and approve contractor change orders and invoices
Communicate project status, issues, and risks to leadership and stakeholders
Collaborate with personnel across the company to achieve project objectives
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate Level: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or relevant, equivalent experience and/or education; OR minimum of eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience in project and/or construction management in electric utility construction or relevant, equivalent experience and/or education
Intermediate Level: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management or relevant, with a minimum of two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in project and/or construction management in the electric utility industry or relevant, equivalent experience and/or education; OR minimum of ten (10) years of progressively responsible experience in project and/or construction management in electric utility construction
Transmission electric system capital project experience strongly preferred
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred
Familiarity with creating project schedules; Primavera, Microsoft Project, or equivalent scheduling software preferred
Some experience identifying alternative solutions and performing risk assessments
Some experience coordinating and negotiating with outside vendors or third parties
Familiarity with electric utility construction processes preferred
Familiarity with electric substation and line equipment preferred
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite applications
Effective communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
Ability to work on multiple tasks and/or projects simultaneously
Required to travel on short notice
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision in a team environment
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer; ITC does not sponsor employment visas such as H-1B or TN visas

Benefits

Comp & perks

Industry-leading compensation
Benefits
Opportunities to channel your energy into solutions
Culture of belonging where every voice is valued, differences are celebrated, and everyone has the opportunity to thrive