Project Manager II, Transmission

Eversource Energy

. Manage large, complex transmission projects in Massachusetts within a multi-external-stakeholder environment .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeWestwood • Connecticut • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $122,700 - $136,330 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing complex transmission projects, ensuring compliance with regulations, and effectively collaborating with multiple stakeholders. Proven ability to lead teams, manage project scope, schedule, and budget while maintaining high standards of project management competence.

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Project ManagementRegulatory ComplianceStakeholder EngagementLeadership and Team DevelopmentCommunication and Presentation Skills

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Hard Skills

Project Management PrinciplesFinancial ManagementBid Document DevelopmentRisk ManagementProject SchedulingData AnalysisRegulatory Approval CoordinationConstruction ManagementInterconnection AgreementsSubstation Build Management

Soft Skills

Problem SolvingInterpersonal SkillsCoachingMotivational SkillsPersuasion

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in EngineeringMaster’s Degree PreferredValid Motor Vehicle Operator’s License

Industry Keywords

Transmission ProjectsEvidentiary ProceedingsMunicipal MeetingsEmergency Restoration AssignmentsMulti-External-Stakeholder Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage large, complex transmission projects in Massachusetts within a multi-external-stakeholder environment
Ensure approved project phases are completed efficiently, within scope, on schedule, and within budget
Collaborate with Transmission Asset Management, Transmission Planning, Design, Land Planning, Construction and Test, Finance, Regulatory Relations, Legal, and Purchasing
Manage projects with elevated financial exposure and communicate directly with senior management
Represent Eversource as expert witness for ISO-NE CSC and other regulatory evidentiary proceedings
Coordinate regulatory approvals and interface with regulators, local elected officials, and town department managers
Manage development and evaluation of bid documents for engineering, design, construction, materials, and support systems procurement
Ensure project documentation and completion comply with company policies, regulations, and laws
Manage high-risk projects such as major substation builds or expansions, interconnection agreements, transmission line construction, and other financially significant projects
Own project scope, schedule, and budget
Present to senior management, governmental agencies, and outside organizations
Prepare written responses for local, state, and federal regulatory proceedings
Lead municipal, homeowner, and interested-party meetings
Guide and develop less experienced personnel
Manage team-member performance through expectations, standards, and timely feedback
Support Major Projects and travel regularly to Westwood, MA

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (preferred), or bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, or equivalent degree; equivalent experience will be considered
Master’s Degree preferred
Minimum five (5) years of Project Management or related experience, with time potentially supplemented by competencies commensurate with Project Manager II experience
Valid Motor Vehicle Operator’s License required
Thorough knowledge of Project Management principles and practices
Very high standards of professional and project management competence demonstrated through experience
Proven leadership, teambuilding, coaching, problem solving, interpersonal, and motivational skills
Ability to schedule, plan, and manage numerous complex transmission projects concurrently
Ability to represent Eversource professionally at municipal meetings
Highly developed communication, presentation, writing, listening, persuasion, and interpersonal skills
Ability to analyze project information, determine facts, assess underlying issues, and make well-thought-out recommendations and decisions
Ability to interpret information and align project decisions with Corporate and Transmission Business strategic plans
Ability to assess team members’ abilities and motivational levels and adapt leadership styles
Availability for emergency restoration assignments as required
Availability to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary
Must be able to work up to five days in the office if needed or if policy changes
Applicants requiring immigration-related visa sponsorship are not considered

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid schedules for eligible roles
Work-life balance support
Potential incentive eligibility
Competitive total rewards program
Benefits programs
Emergency restoration assignment compensation/employee support as applicable