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Software Specialists Inc.

Project Manager Substation Programs

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What they do

A Project Manager manages work on projects with a defined scope, start and completion point. Leads project teams, manages project budgets and schedules; manages contractors and communications with stakeholders. May manage projects in construction, information technology or in other industries.

$104,706 / year median in Illinois

+0% projected growth

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Job Description

Job Title:
Project Manager -
Substation Programs Location:
Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois (Hybrid)
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to support Substation Programs in a project management capacity. The ideal candidate will have strong experience managing projects, contracts, scope, schedules, and budgets/financial forecasts. This role requires an individual who can independently manage project responsibilities and demonstrate strong financial acumen, organizational skills, and project execution capabilities.
Responsibilities:
Manage project activities from planning through execution, ensuring project objectives and deliverables are effectively managed. Manage and coordinate project scope, schedule, and budget/financial forecasts . Monitor project progress against established schedules, budgets, and forecasts. Support financial management and demonstrate strong financial acumen in project-related activities. Manage and administer project-related contracts , including monitoring contractual requirements and obligations. Identify and address project issues that may impact scope, schedule, budget, or overall project execution. Coordinate project activities and maintain alignment across project requirements and deliverables. Provide project status information and communicate project progress, financial considerations, schedules, and key issues as needed. Independently manage assigned project responsibilities and priorities.
Must Have:
5+ years of project management experience. Strong project management experience with responsibility for managing project activities and deliverables. Strong contract management experience . Experience managing project scope and schedules . Experience with project budgeting and/or financial forecasting . Strong financial acumen and understanding of project financial management. Ability to work independently and manage assigned project responsibilities. Strong project organization, coordination, and communication skills.
Preferred / Nice
to
Have:
PMP certification is preferred. Experience managing scope, schedule, and budgeting/forecast projects . Substation project experience . Electrical industry/project experience . Experience supporting or managing substation programs .
About SSI People:
With over 26 years of industry experience, SSi People has built its reputation and expertise on putting people first. Everything we do works toward delivering exceptional experience for our consultants, our clients, and our internal team. Through a genuine commitment to people in everything we do. We have developed refined processes and a stellar internal team to deliver talent quickly. More importantly, we focus on building long-term relationships, not transactions. Putting people first is just what we do well. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from SSi People and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: SSi People Privacy Policy