Senior Project Manager - Energy

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Consertus is a global capital program management and advisory firm that combines deep human expertise with advanced digital tools to deliver smarter, faster, and more sustainable outcomes. Headquartered in Miami, Florida, and supported by a team of more than 1,000 professionals worldwide, we help clients plan, execute, and optimize large-scale capital programs.

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About This Role

As a Senior Project Manager at Consertus, you will lead and manage a variety of complex projects in support of various electric utility clients, overseeing all processes from initiation to completion. SPMs supervises, directs, and coordinates with project stakeholders including clients, engineers, and contractors regarding scope, schedule and cost adherence.

You will be responsible for maintaining client relationships and participating in business development activities as required. As an expert in the field of project management, provides team leadership on multiple complex projects. May supervise the work of subordinate PMs.

Key Responsibilities

Cost Management

• Manages, controls, and monitors project costs during all project phases.
• Develops and manages project budget and cash flow analysis.
• Prepares and reviews cost estimates.
• Identifies potential areas of cost savings and acts to implement these ideas.
• Monitors Cotter fees and contract performance.

Schedule Management

• Maintains the overall project schedule and works to ensure on-time completion.
• Identifies schedule concerns and works with the project team to correct. Prepares and implements make-up schedules to get the work back on track.
• Oversight of project deliverables.

Client Relations and Business Development

• Maintains relationship with client on an ongoing basis to enhance client satisfaction and increase potential for additional business.
• Pursues new opportunities with current clients.
• Assists with development and preparation of qualifications, proposals, and presentations.
• Identifies new opportunities, meets and presents to prospective clients.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in project management, Construction Management, Engineering or closely related field
• Direct experience in the utilities or energy space is a plus
• Experience with MS Office Software (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Typically requires 10 years related experience
• PMP Certification is preferred
• Hybrid work opportunity based in Greater Chicago with flexible arrangements, allowing for work-life balance and occasional visits to field sites.

Compensation Range

$130k-$180k annually

What’s In It For You

• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Optional benefits like pet insurance, legal, and supplemental health plans
• 401(k) with day-one eligibility, 3% safe harbor, plus up to 2.5% company match
• Generous time off: 10 paid holidays and PTO starting at 15 days, growing up to 25
• Access to Consertus Academy for continuous learning and development

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Consertus is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and identities, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status.