CMS Energy, Corp.
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 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 assigned to the Jackson Service Center located in Jackson,MI. 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 The Project Development Manager applies extensive and diverse knowledge of management principles and practices across broad areas of responsibility and related fields. This role involves independently making decisions on large, complex commercial issues and methodologies, and representing the business in negotiations and the resolution of critical strategic matters. The position requires the use of advanced techniques and the adaptation or extension of theories and practices within the relevant disciplines. The manager interprets, organizes, and executes highly advanced strategic assignments that pose significant risk to the business. They are responsible for managing multiple high-complexity projects or programs simultaneously, typically involving strategic acquisitions with a total projected investment ranging from $50 million to $500 million.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Lead business case development and conduct thorough due diligence to support strategic initiatives.
Oversee contract development and manage negotiations with internal and external stakeholders.
Drive project development activities from concept through execution.
Engage with senior leadership through presentations, strategic communications, and regular updates.
Provide mentorship to team members and foster cross-functional collaboration across departments.
Manage third‑party interactions, including vendors, consultants, and internal partners.
Contribute to strategic planning and ensure effective implementation of business objectives.
Support the development, monitoring, and implementation of processes and governance frameworks.
Administer and uphold corporate standard work practices and protocols.
Perform additional duties as assigned or as necessary to meet evolving business needs.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Acquisition of major assets
Strong business acumen
Strategic planning, development, and implementation of business initiatives
Project development and management
Contract creation and negotiation
Knowledge of renewable energy technologies
Leadership of cross‑functional teams
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in business, or engineering with a minimum of two (2) years of experience with project development, major asset acquisition, contract development and negotiation, senior leadership engagement acumen, business administration, cross‑functional team leadership, strategic business planning/development/implementation and resource/peer mentoring.
(OR)
Associate's degree in business, or engineering with a minimum of four (4) years of experience with project development, major asset acquisition, contract development and negotiation, senior leadership engagement acumen, business administration, cross‑functional team leadership, strategic business planning/development/implementation and resource/peer mentoring.
(OR)
High school diploma with a minimum of six (6) years of experience with project development, major asset acquisition, contract development and negotiation, senior leadership engagement acumen, business administration, cross‑functional team leadership, strategic business planning/development/implementation and resource/peer mentoring.
Why should you join our team? At Consumers Energy, we offer more than just a place to work. We foster a culture that supports career development, growth, and stability, and we take pride in offering our co‑workers excellent benefits and compensation packages. We are deliberately creating an inclusive culture that makes our diverse team of co‑workers feel valued, supported, and empowered every day. We're a company made up of thousands of people, all with different stories to share and work to do, but we stand united in our company purpose: world class performance delivering hometown service.
What we offer:
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
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: We, at CMS Energy, value Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. It is part of our DNA. We treat our employees with respect, we treat each other fairly and we value the opinions of others. We are passionate about building and nurturing an environment where everyone feels included. We don’t discriminate. We seek to learn about each other and better understand our unique differences. Our uniqueness makes us authentic. We create safe spaces where everyone can be who they truly are. We invite difficult conversations and uncomfortable topics. We value diverse perspectives; this is what makes us great together. We harbor an inclusive environment where employees feel empowered to share their backgrounds, experiences, and ideas. Our Employee Resource Groups, Women in Energy (WE), Minority Advisory Panel (MAP), Pride Alliance of Consumers Energy (PACE), GENERGY, capABLE, Interfaith and Veterans Advisory Panel (VAP) are key enablers to living the values of our company culture: Caring, Empowered, Deliberate, Agility, and Ownership.
All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. Job Segment: Strategic Planning, Project Manager, Equity, Engineer, Manager, Strategy, Technology, Finance, Engineering, Management
Consumers Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please review our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Military Leave Allowance. CMS Energy endeavors to make https://careers.consumersenergy.com/ accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact our team at e-recruiting@cmsenergy.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. ACCOMMODATION NOTICE: Federal law and many state laws require employers to make accommodations to disabled applicants and employees where the accommodation does not impose an undue hardship on the employer. For those applicants seeking a position within the State of Michigan, a disabled individual needing accommodation for employment must notify the employer in writing within 182 days after the need is known or should have been known. Michigan law provides that failure of a Michigan employee to properly notify the employer will preclude any claim that the employer failed to accommodate the disabled individual. However, this does not waive an individual’s right under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, which sets no time limit for requesting an accommodation nor does it require such accommodation to be in writing.
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This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship, e.g., H-1B, TN, etc. Please do not apply if you 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 assigned to the Jackson Service Center located in Jackson,MI. 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 The Project Development Manager applies extensive and diverse knowledge of management principles and practices across broad areas of responsibility and related fields. This role involves independently making decisions on large, complex commercial issues and methodologies, and representing the business in negotiations and the resolution of critical strategic matters. The position requires the use of advanced techniques and the adaptation or extension of theories and practices within the relevant disciplines. The manager interprets, organizes, and executes highly advanced strategic assignments that pose significant risk to the business. They are responsible for managing multiple high-complexity projects or programs simultaneously, typically involving strategic acquisitions with a total projected investment ranging from $50 million to $500 million.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Lead business case development and conduct thorough due diligence to support strategic initiatives.
Oversee contract development and manage negotiations with internal and external stakeholders.
Drive project development activities from concept through execution.
Engage with senior leadership through presentations, strategic communications, and regular updates.
Provide mentorship to team members and foster cross-functional collaboration across departments.
Manage third‑party interactions, including vendors, consultants, and internal partners.
Contribute to strategic planning and ensure effective implementation of business objectives.
Support the development, monitoring, and implementation of processes and governance frameworks.
Administer and uphold corporate standard work practices and protocols.
Perform additional duties as assigned or as necessary to meet evolving business needs.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Acquisition of major assets
Strong business acumen
Strategic planning, development, and implementation of business initiatives
Project development and management
Contract creation and negotiation
Knowledge of renewable energy technologies
Leadership of cross‑functional teams
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in business, or engineering with a minimum of two (2) years of experience with project development, major asset acquisition, contract development and negotiation, senior leadership engagement acumen, business administration, cross‑functional team leadership, strategic business planning/development/implementation and resource/peer mentoring.
(OR)
Associate's degree in business, or engineering with a minimum of four (4) years of experience with project development, major asset acquisition, contract development and negotiation, senior leadership engagement acumen, business administration, cross‑functional team leadership, strategic business planning/development/implementation and resource/peer mentoring.
(OR)
High school diploma with a minimum of six (6) years of experience with project development, major asset acquisition, contract development and negotiation, senior leadership engagement acumen, business administration, cross‑functional team leadership, strategic business planning/development/implementation and resource/peer mentoring.
Why should you join our team? At Consumers Energy, we offer more than just a place to work. We foster a culture that supports career development, growth, and stability, and we take pride in offering our co‑workers excellent benefits and compensation packages. We are deliberately creating an inclusive culture that makes our diverse team of co‑workers feel valued, supported, and empowered every day. We're a company made up of thousands of people, all with different stories to share and work to do, but we stand united in our company purpose: world class performance delivering hometown service.
What we offer:
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
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: We, at CMS Energy, value Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. It is part of our DNA. We treat our employees with respect, we treat each other fairly and we value the opinions of others. We are passionate about building and nurturing an environment where everyone feels included. We don’t discriminate. We seek to learn about each other and better understand our unique differences. Our uniqueness makes us authentic. We create safe spaces where everyone can be who they truly are. We invite difficult conversations and uncomfortable topics. We value diverse perspectives; this is what makes us great together. We harbor an inclusive environment where employees feel empowered to share their backgrounds, experiences, and ideas. Our Employee Resource Groups, Women in Energy (WE), Minority Advisory Panel (MAP), Pride Alliance of Consumers Energy (PACE), GENERGY, capABLE, Interfaith and Veterans Advisory Panel (VAP) are key enablers to living the values of our company culture: Caring, Empowered, Deliberate, Agility, and Ownership.
All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin. Job Segment: Strategic Planning, Project Manager, Equity, Engineer, Manager, Strategy, Technology, Finance, Engineering, Management
Consumers Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please review our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy, Family and Medical Leave Act, and Military Leave Allowance. CMS Energy endeavors to make https://careers.consumersenergy.com/ accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact our team at e-recruiting@cmsenergy.com. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. ACCOMMODATION NOTICE: Federal law and many state laws require employers to make accommodations to disabled applicants and employees where the accommodation does not impose an undue hardship on the employer. For those applicants seeking a position within the State of Michigan, a disabled individual needing accommodation for employment must notify the employer in writing within 182 days after the need is known or should have been known. Michigan law provides that failure of a Michigan employee to properly notify the employer will preclude any claim that the employer failed to accommodate the disabled individual. However, this does not waive an individual’s right under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, which sets no time limit for requesting an accommodation nor does it require such accommodation to be in writing.
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