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Eversource Energy

Program Manager, Project Controls (Hybrid)

Eversource Energy, Westwood, Massachusetts, us, 02090

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Overview

Authorization to work in the United States is a precondition to employment in this position. Eversource will not sponsor candidates for work visas for this position. Our Team:

We have an exciting role to join our Transmission Project Controls, Cost & Performance Team. As a Program Manager, Project Controls (individual contributor), you will support initiatives in the Project Controls Department that provide procedures, processes, practices, tools, and systems necessary to manage effectively and proactively, control and report on performance of the Transmission Organization. The role can be based in Westwood, MA or Hooksett, NH. This position has primary responsibility for implementation and stewardship of a robust Project Cost Control Program for the Capital Project Portfolio, with a focus on Baseline Management. Goal is to provide a standardized framework in support of proactive and efficient Project Cost Control processes: baseline establishment, data monitoring, change management, trends evaluation, forecasting and timely reporting. Supports the development, maintenance and reporting of Key Project Indicators (KPI’s) for progress measurement, schedule performance, risk management, project productivity, contract change order management, contract invoice processing and other key metrics. Goal is to use these to continuously drive efficiency and performance in the Project Management Organization. The role facilitates the production of a variety of complex reports and analyses in support of Eversource’s project initiation, planning, execution, control, compliance and close-out initiatives. Working closely with all functional departments, this position is tasked with ensuring adherence to Eversource’s policies, procedures, and standards. Support initiatives in the Project Controls Department that provide procedures, processes, practices, tools, and systems necessary to manage effectively and proactively, control and report on performance of the Transmission Organization. Supports the development, maintenance and reporting of Key Project Indicators (KPI’s) for progress measurement, schedule performance, risk management, project productivity, contract change Essential Functions:

Supports the development, implementation, management and continuous improvement for Project Cost Control and Project Performance processes, methodologies, procedures and services including, but not limited to:

General

Oversees development of policies and procedures for Project Cost Control and Project Performance Measurement.

Ensures above policies and procedures are deployed and adhered to in a consistent manner across the organization.

Works with Project Management, Investment Planning, Operations, Contract Administration, Planning & Scheduling, Engineering, Procurement, Materials Management, Estimating and Project Performance to ensure Cost Control and Performance Measurement methodologies are aligned with corporate goals and strategies.

Implements enhancements to existing methods and procedures to support continuous improvement.

Project Cost Control

Implements and stewards Baseline Management process to track variances from approved cost budgets, schedules and design scopes of work.

Manages the Project Change Control process – the most critical component of Baseline Management. Ensures project baselines in cost, schedule and scope are established and monitored against actual project performance.

Ensures Baseline Management philosophies and processes are reflected in the PMIS e-Builder.

Manages development and updates to Cost Work Breakdown Structure (WBS).

Provides training in Project Cost Control / Baseline Management methodologies, procedures and systems to project managers, consultants, contractors and other staff.

Works with Investment Planning, Contract Administration and Planning / Scheduling to ensure cost management at project and program levels, including cost tracking, forecasting and reporting CAPEX & PIS, and variance analysis.

Ensures the accuracy of all cost information including proper coding and allocation to budgets per the WBS.

Monitors actual costs / commitments relative to budget and forecast.

Reviews, evaluates and reports on trends and their impact on forecasts.

Provides oversight of Contingency / Risk management processes.

Presents and discusses cost information and maintains relationships with internal and external stakeholders and the management team.

Interacts with Estimating to ensure new estimates have proper WBS coding and feedback of actual cost data at project conclusion.

Project Performance Measurement

Creates and maintains project level KPIs and project statistics reports.

Assesses progress measurement and develops progress curves for reporting.

Oversees and applies project analytics to describe, predict, and improve performance. Creates project reports to guide decision making in capital program management.

Technical Knowledge/Skills/Education/Licenses/Certifications:

The individual must be self-reliant with strong self-motivation, good communication skills, and ability to set priorities and support diverse needs.

Experience as a leader and/or in team environments, supporting process improvements and group facilitation.

Understanding and application of project controls, finance/accounting, business, risk and project management processes.

Knowledge of project controls, financial modeling, accounting, risk management, PMIS, engineering economics, capital investment analysis techniques, plant accounting, tax and capital budgeting.

Ability to monitor and analyze cost/schedule information, provide forecasts, make recommendations, and communicate effectively at all levels.

Understanding of corporate strategies and Transmission organization.

Demonstrated ability to influence group culture and high competence in past assignments.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Accounting, Finance, Business or equivalent; Master’s degree in Operations Management, Business Administration or equivalent is highly desirable

Experience

Five to ten years of related experience minimum in Project Controls within large complex multi-year capital projects

Licenses & Certifications

Project Management certification (PMP) is highly desirable

Working Conditions

Limited travel to project sites and stakeholder locations.

Available for emergency restoration assignments as required.

Eversource supports hybrid schedules where eligible; guidelines require in-office presence the specified days and can change based on needs.

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Competencies

Build trusting relationships

Manage and develop people

Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration

Lead change

Communicate strategic vision

Create an engaged workforce

Focus on the customer

Take ownership & accountability

Compensation and Benefits Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program. Salary is commensurate with experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive. The annual salary range for this position is: $116,260.00-$129,180.00

Additional Information

Worker Type: Regular

Number of Openings: 2

Emergency Response: You may be assigned to emergency restoration work outside of normal responsibilities or hours.

EEO Statement : Eversource Energy is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, disability status, or protected veteran status.

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