Project Manager (Engineering)

Mindlance

St Paul, MN(remote)

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JOB DETAILS

SKILLS

Actuals, Budget Management, Budgeting, Building Permits, Change Order Management, Communication Skills, Construction, Contingency Plans, Contract Management, Corrective Action, Cost Control, Cost Estimates, Cross-Functional, Distribution Services, Engineering Management, Establish Priorities, Financial Management, Financial Operations, Financial Projections, Forecasting, Identify Issues, Leadership, Natural Gas, Negotiation Skills, Oil and Gas, Problem Solving Skills, Project Control, Project Engineering, Project Lifecycle, Project Planning, Project Schedule, Project/Program Management, Reconciliation, Relationship Management, Request for Proposals (RFP), Requirements Management, Resource Management, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Sales Management, Schedule Development, Strategic Planning, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Time Management, Willing to Travel, Work Breakdown Structure (WBS)

LOCATION

St Paul, MN

POSTED

13 days ago

JOB DESCRIPTION
1. Explain what the scope of the work/project is? Project Overview, deliverables (what is this person responsible for).
The role supports the Gas Transmission Project Management team. Projects span from inception through execution and closeout and include:
Pipeline pressure test replacements
New pipeline builds and new service installations to neighborhoods/developers
Regulator (reg) station rebuilds
Pipeline and reg station relocations due to road or infrastructure changes
Mandated relocations and new business projects
RTU (Remote Terminal Unit) program management, including prioritization, forecasting, contractor coordination, and execution
Projects typically last about one year, including engineering, permitting, construction, and closeout. The PM leads a cross-functional team and manages budget, scheduling, forecasting, and execution.
2. What does a typical day look like?
Daily or every-other-day staff meetings with the PM group
Weekly cross-functional project meetings (operations, project controls, right-of-way, engineering, contractors)
Monthly forecasting meetings (12-month outlook)
Bi-weekly scheduling meetings
Design reviews with engineering
Reviewing and negotiating contractor and engineering quotes
Completing PO, audit, and procurement documentation
Site visits (weekly to bi-weekly, depending on project phase), especially during construction season (March November)
1. Describe work environment / team culture (supportive/collaborative, teamwork or individual contributor)?
Individual contributor role
Highly collaborative
Strong team support culture
Open problem-solving environment
Some in-person team meetings; many project meetings are remote
2. Can you elaborate on any potential risks or safety considerations associated with this role, particularly if the responsibilities extend beyond a standard desk or office environment?
Site visits to gas facilities, pipelines, and reg stations
PPE is required; can provide PPE
Travel to active construction sites may occur
3. What are the work hours/shift (standard, evening, full time/part time, OT required, on-call for 24/7 operation)?
If you expect a resource to work OT, can you provide an estimate on the average amount of OT hours they would work? *Please note that you/will be charged an OT premium rate for any hours over 40.
40 hours per week
Standard business hours
Flexible start time (around an 8-hour window)
Hybrid schedule:
Onsite: Tuesday Thursday
Remote: Monday & Friday, No OT

1. What are the top 3-5 skills and qualifications (technology/application/software, etc.) required?
Strong communication
Organization
Leadership
Advanced Excel proficiency
Scheduling experience
2. What non-technical skills are necessary (i.e., such as communication, problem solving, team player)?
Communication
Organization
Leadership
Ability to manage cross-functional stakeholders
3. Ideal candidate background and how many years required?
~5 years of experience
Experience in natural gas or utility industry (midstream, upstream, downstream, or public utility)
Construction-based project management experience preferred
Engineering background preferred but not required
4. Are there any preferred or "nice to have" skills?
PMP (nice to have, not required)
Administrative Section
1. What is the location of the contract assignment (Full time onsite, hybrid percent of time on site/home or, are you open to fully remote)? If the resource is expected to be onsite, can you confirm if the resource can park on property/in the ramp?
Two roles total:
One in Colorado (PSCo)- Filled
One in Minnesota (NSP)
Hybrid model
Parking available at both locations

Location:
1 position - Rice Street Service Center; 825 Rice St, St Paul, MN 55117
1 position -Lipan Distributin Center; 1123 W 3rd Ave, Denver, CO 80223- Filled
Position Summary
Standard Operations Position. Provide end-to-end project management, leadership, and coordination for large, complex projects or as part of a transformational project workstream with responsibility for project scope, schedule, cost, and risk management. Ensure alignment of financial and operational goals between projects and the business unit. Provide work team direction to achieve approved project scope; develop strategic sequencing and detailed milestone schedules; perform project-level cost tracking and reconciliation. Ensure availability of, or seek out, adequate resources for projects.
Essential Responsibilities
Financial Management
Function as project controller.
Manage project financials including budgeting, forecasting, and actuals tracking.
Facilitate RFP and contract management processes.
Review actuals versus planned budget throughout the project lifecycle to identify variances and recommend corrective actions.
Ensure timely project closure, payment, and reconciliation.
Essential Responsibilities
Financial Management
Function as project controller.
Manage project financials including budgeting, forecasting, and actuals tracking.
Facilitate RFP and contract management processes.
Review actuals versus planned budget throughout the project lifecycle to identify variances and recommend corrective actions.
Ensure timely project closure, payment, and reconciliation.
Project Planning
Lead requirements gathering and planning processes for approved projects while engaging all key stakeholders.
Develop solution designs that define the entire project scope and secure all required internal and external approvals.
Ensure coordination with other initiatives and confirm dependencies are identified and addressed.
Define deliverables and required delivery dates.
Develop viable work plans/WBS, milestone schedules, and project cost/benefit estimates.
Project Management
Independently manage detailed project plans to approved scope.
Provide cross-functional tracking as needed.
Identify plan gaps and develop closure plans.
Ensure successful completion of assigned project deliverables and milestones in a dynamic and complex environment.
Resource Management
Manage resources, both internal and external.
Manage assigned contracts and associated payments and performance requirements.
Develop and adapt a comprehensive resource plan for a matrixed team of diverse talent to maximize skills and minimize cost.
Provide mentoring and guidance to less experienced project team members.
Scope & Risk Management
Manage scope change request processes for projects.
Identify risks and issues throughout the project lifecycle.
Create mitigation strategies and contingency plans.
Relationship Management
Communicate project status to all levels of the organization.
Establish effective, collaborative working relationships to maximize project efficiency, responsiveness, and resource allocation.

EEO:

Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.

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