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Sr Project Manager - DER Interconnection

OAKBROOK TERRACE, IllinoisFull-time$101k2026-06-09 → 2026-10-29

Core

Manage the initiation, execution, and closeout of DER Interconnection, transmission, substation, distribution, and gas projects with budgets ranging from $250K to $15 million.

Role type

Senior Project Manager (Energy Infrastructure)

Builds

Transmission, substation, distribution, and gas construction projects; new technology programs; organizational initiatives

Domain

Energy / Utility / Power Generation

Required skills

Project management, stakeholder coordination, budget management, schedule management, scope management, team leadership, resource identification, change management, requirements engineering, project reporting, financial analysis, equipment procurement, environmental analysis, real estate management, regulatory agency relations, quality assurance

Preferred skills

Master's degree in engineering or Business Administration, PMP certification, Professional Engineer License, Utility design/planning/construction experience, DER Interconnection experience

Technologies

Project management tools, ERP systems, CAD (implied by engineering tasks), regulatory compliance systems

Responsibilities

Manage project costs, schedule, and scope including development of recovery plans; Interface with external and internal stakeholders to coordinate project requirements; Act as primary communicator with sponsors and key stakeholders on project issues; Coach and lead team members to ensure completion of assigned tasks; Identify and obtain project team resources.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC