Transmission Project Manager at American Municipal Power, Inc

AMERICAN MUNICIPAL POWER, INC.  

JOB DESCRIPTION             

This position may be eligible for a hybrid work environment (combination of remote work and in-office reporting), with the coordination and approval of the appropriate supervisor.  The position is located in Columbus, OH.

Position Title:     Transmission Project Manager 

Reports To:     Director of Transmission Project Management   

FLSA Status:        Exempt    

Basic Functions:

1.    Execute transmission construction projects throughout the AMP Member footprint on time and within budget.  

2.    Coordinate with AMPT Planning, Engineering, Operations and Project Management to develop, implement, operate and maintain AMPT transmission assets.

3.    Plan, execute, monitor, and close projects in a safe, efficient and economical manner.  

Essential Functions:

1.    Develop and evaluate requests for proposals.

2.    Coordinate/manage activities in various stages of the project development process: ROW and real estate acquisition, design, material procurement, construction, and closeout.

3.    Communicate and coordinate with AMPT members on project activities. 

4.    Review consultants’ and contractors’ performance, applications for payment, and contract modifications; proactively resolve disputes and claims.

5.    Manage agreements and amendments.

6.    Create purchase requisitions and process construction invoices.

7.    Develop and report on construction project budgets, regular budget updates, variances, progress and expenses, and construction contract records.

8.    Coordinate with Director Transmission Operations on outage scheduling and execution.

9.    Coordinate the delivery of all owner furnished equipment at all sites.

10.    Ensure construction performance is in compliance with specifications, on schedule and within budget.

11.    Maintain proficiency on FERC Standards of Conduct.

12.    Coordinate and collaborate with other AMPT functions.

13.    Oversee the work of consultants/legal as required.

14.    Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, & Qualifications:

1.    Two-year Associate's degree in Business, Engineering, Finance, Construction Management or related field required; Bachelor of Science degree preferred.  

2.    Minimum of 3 years of experience in construction project management required; 5 years preferred.

3.    Must be critical path oriented and able to manage/prioritize multiple tasks.  

4.    Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills are essential; must posses ability to creatively solve problems in a collaborative environment.

5.    Experienced using software tools that produce spreadsheets, written reports, database reports and graphical presentations (e.g., Excel, Word, Access and PowerPoint).

6.    Knowledge of project management software tools. 

7.    Must be willing to travel to assigned project locations.