About the position

Consumers Energy is Michigan’s largest energy provider, providing natural gas and/or electricity to 6.8 million of the state’s 10 million residents in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. Consumers Energy knows job number one is to keep the lights on for customers. We are committed to delivering reliable, clean, and affordable energy to our customers 24/7. This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship, e.g., H-1B, TN, etc. Please do not apply if you will need immigration sponsorship for a work visa now or in the future, including sponsorship for H-1B, TN, etc., now or in the future. We are unable to hire individuals with CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT for this position as the position is not eligible for participation in the H-1B lottery program and is not eligible for current or future immigration sponsorship for a work visa. Location This is a hybrid (virtual/onsite) position with required onsite days on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday preferred assigned to the Parnall Office located in Jackson, MI. Other locations (Grand Rapids, Royal Oak, Livonia, etc.) may be considered; however, the selected candidate will likely still be required to work onsite at the Parnall Office one to two days per week. The selected candidate must be within a commutable distance or willing to relocate (relocation package is available for those that qualify). General Summary of Job Responsibilities We are seeking a dynamic Project Management leader to oversee a multi-disciplinary project team of professionals dedicated to delivering capital infrastructure projects for Consumers Energy’s Generation Supply business unit. Projects will involve full life cycle of constructing a natural gas plant as well as coordinating ancillary projects for natural gas and electric distribution connections. The ideal candidate will bring prior experience managing complex gas infrastructure projects, solid understanding of project management methodologies and demonstrate a strong ability to lead cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. The Principal Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) Project Manager is responsible for developing and executing the strategic project management approach for the construction of a natural gas plant. This role oversees the establishment and tracking of performance metrics and ensures the successful delivery of all aspects of this large scale, complex project. The position holds accountability for project management processes, controls, quality assurance, construction management, and adherence to close-out standards. A key aspect of this role is fostering executive stakeholder trust and collaboration both across the enterprise and with external partners.

Responsibilities

• Provides coaching, mentoring, technical expertise, and guidance to cross-functional project teams, effectively motivating team members to take ownership of assigned tasks.
• Develops and manages comprehensive project KPIs and execution metrics.
• Conducts data analytics and trend analysis, deploying problem-solving methodologies to ensure consistent performance and process compliance.
• Designs and implements appropriate visual management strategies and facilitates operating reviews.
• Establishes and oversees complex project procurement strategies and contracts, including negotiations with contractors and customers, contract execution management, and the mitigation of financial risks to maximize operational and financial outcomes.
• Identifies and manages project schedules, dependencies, and critical paths using advanced scheduling tools and methodologies such as predecessor activities, resource-loaded schedules, and float analysis.
• Ensures timely updates and sufficient detail for tracking progress and communicating with project teams and stakeholders.
• Recommends and introduces new cross-functional processes, techniques, and standards that drive continuous improvement and resolve existing project challenges.
• Manages large project teams and contractors, ensuring effective resource allocation and completion of planning, engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning phases for utility projects.
• Ensures compliance with technical specifications, permitting, regulatory, engineering, and environmental standards and procedures.
• Demonstrate strong technical acumen in engineering, construction management, and quality assurance methodologies for complex designs.
• Leads resolution of technical, construction, or quality issues and establishes risk mitigation strategies to optimize project constraints and minimize execution risks.
• Prepares monthly, annual, and overall project forecasts for major board-level projects and programs, providing ongoing cost reconciliation and ensuring adherence to established budgets.
• Leads and manages all communications related to project updates, overviews, and issue resolution for key stakeholders, including project teams, executive leadership, regulatory agencies, commercial and strategic clients, and community leaders.
• Manages agreement negotiations and prepares and presents detailed project progress reports and issue resolution documentation.
• Assumes responsibility for the planning, governance, and execution of projects from inception to closeout, applying project management methodologies to achieve objectives in scope, cost, schedule, quality, safety, and performance for large, complex engineering and construction projects.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Requirements

• Able to connect with and effectively communicate, negotiate, and influence key stakeholders, including executive management, strategic and commercial clients, regulatory and government agencies, and members of the project team.
• Experienced in leading diverse, cross-functional project teams by providing guidance, mentorship, and setting clear project goals.
• Familiar with resource allocation strategies, productivity improvement methods, and coordination of personnel.
• Knowledgeable in contract methodologies and terms and conditions.
• Proficient in contract negotiations and administration, with the ability to use conflict resolution techniques.
• Skilled in critical thinking, decision-making, strategic analysis, trade-off evaluation, data analysis, and utility business operations.
• Experienced in developing quality plans, utilizing quality tools and methodologies to ensure compliance with engineering, materials, and construction standards.
• Knowledgeable in risk mitigation approaches, problem-solving methodologies, countermeasure development, and action plan implementation.
• Proficient in using project management tools such as matrix diagrams, control charts, and Gantt charts.
• Experienced in developing and using visual management tools and understanding lean principles and practices.
• Knowledgeable in engineering, construction management, technical applications, and practical implementation of engineering science and technology.
• Familiar with construction methods and materials.
• Proficient in project management knowledge areas, including Project Integration Management, Scope Management, Schedule Management, Cost Management, and Quality Management, as outlined by the Project Management Institute.
• Skilled in creating comprehensive project plans, schedules, and budgets, and overseeing their execution.
• Bachelor’s degree in applied engineering or relevant field with seven (7) years of applied engineering or equivalent working experience with significant project management experience working in accordance with EPM Project Lifecycle Processes (PLP) framework to improve predictability and effectively manage project risk.
• (OR) Associate’s degree in applied engineering or relevant field with nine (9) years of applied engineering or equivalent working experience with significant project management experience working in accordance with EPM Project Lifecycle Processes (PLP) framework to improve predictability and effectively manage project risk.
• (OR) High School diploma/GED with eleven (11) years of applied engineering or equivalent working experience with significant project management experience working in accordance with EPM Project Lifecycle Processes (PLP) framework to improve predictability and effectively manage project risk.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation packages
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401k with company match
• Paid parental leave
• Up to 13 paid Holidays
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance Program