Manager, Project Engagement, Transmission

Eversource Energy

. Manage the Project Services organization in the assigned region to identify and mitigate stakeholder-intervention risk to Eversource’s annual capital program .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeWestwood • Massachusetts • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $151,650 - $168,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Project Management and Stakeholder Engagement, with a strong focus on strategic outreach and risk mitigation. Proven ability to lead and develop teams while managing complex projects within the transmission and infrastructure sectors.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project ManagementStakeholder EngagementTeam LeadershipStrategic CommunicationRisk Mitigation

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Hard Skills

Project Lifecycle ManagementStrategic InsightDetail-Based AnalysisSiting and Permitting KnowledgeInfrastructure Construction Processes

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationAnalytical ThinkingCreative ThinkingMentoringFeedback Provision

Industry Keywords

Stakeholder-Intervention RiskRight-of-Way CoordinationPublic RelationsCommunity RelationsEmergency Restoration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage the Project Services organization in the assigned region to identify and mitigate stakeholder-intervention risk to Eversource’s annual capital program
Manage the strategic vision, approach, and execution of stakeholder outreach throughout the project lifecycle
Lead customer, community, and other influential stakeholder engagement supporting Transmission, Major Distribution, Vegetation Management, and potentially Gas projects
Recruit, train, coach, and professionally develop an internal team of approximately 10+ professionals
Lead execution of tailored outreach plans and risk mitigation strategies
Manage dozens of contractor/consultant field outreach and support resources
Manage customer, community leader, and stakeholder interactions across right-of-way work activities
Oversee process improvements and initiatives related to project lifecycle, right-of-way coordination, and outreach performance
Identify stakeholder-related risks and develop and implement mitigation plans
Manage property impact mitigation and claims processes; lead stakeholder agreement development
Manage communications including project messaging, collateral, web pages, correspondence, briefing materials, and videos
Collaborate with Engineering, Real Estate, Siting, Licensing & Permitting, Rights & Survey, Construction, Project Management, Community Relations, Media Relations, Strategic Communications, Government Affairs, and Regulatory Affairs
Enhance public perception of Eversource through cross-functional initiatives
Establish, track, review, and report department KPIs and key initiatives
Respond to emergency restoration assignments outside normal responsibilities, work hours, and location when required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Journalism, Communications, Public Relations, Business Management, or similar required
Minimum of 10 years of related industry experience
At least 2 years of experience managing teams/projects and strategic initiatives
Skilled and effective communicator with customers, community leaders, business organizations, environmental groups, community-based organizations, and regulators
Successful track record in Project/Program Management
Strong ability to provide strategic insight and perform detail-based analysis
Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a team, provide constructive feedback, and mentor direct reports
Proven success managing multiple contractors, each with multiple Field Outreach Representatives
Proven track record planning, coordinating, and managing various projects
Strong working knowledge of state siting and permitting requirements and regulator expectations
Advanced understanding of transmission facilities or other large infrastructure construction processes
Strong knowledge of transmission facilities’ project life cycle and related construction activities
Strong analytical and creative thinking skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must be available for emergency restoration assignments as required
Must be available to travel between CT/MA/NH as necessary
Must be able to work at least three days in the office, including Tuesdays and Wednesdays; all applicants must be able to work up to five days in the office if needed
Must drive and travel to service centers and other electric system sites

Benefits

Comp & perks

Potential incentive
Hybrid schedules for certain roles
Work-life balance support
Competitive total rewards program
Benefits programs