Duquesne Light Company, headquartered in downtown Pittsburgh, is a leader in providing electric energy and has been in the forefront of the electric energy market, with a history rooted in technological innovation and superior customer service. Today, the company continues its role as a leader in the transmission and distribution of electric energy, providing a secure supply of reliable power to more than half a million customers in southwestern Pennsylvania.

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Project Manager II

Summary

The project manager II is responsible for planning, executing, and monitoring projects to ensure their successful completion within a specified scope, budget, and timeframe. This rile will oversee all aspects of the project, from initiation to closure, and work closely with stakeholders to keep them informed of progress and any potential issues.

Responsibilities:

1. Plans, executes, controls and coordinates internal resources and external consultants and contractors in various activities associated with capital construction projects assigned to them in order to support organizational goals and objectives.

2. Work with Project Sponsor and team to define the scope of the project. Clarify the limitations or parameters of the project and clearly identify any aspects that are not to be included. In specifying what will and will not be included, the project scope must make clear to the stakeholders, senior management and team members involved, what product or service will be delivered. Identify high level risks. Identify Stakeholders. Determine the objectives and measures upon which the project will be evaluated for success at its completion. Assist Sponsor, Planning and Asset Management teams in schematic level cost estimating.

3. Identify requirements. Define Scope. Sequence activities. Develop a high level schedule for project completion that effectively allocates the resources to the activities. Create a detailed work plan which identifies and sequences the activities needed to successfully complete the project. Determine the resources (time, money, equipment, etc) required to complete the project. Complete risk management plan and register. Develop communications plan. Work with Sourcing Group to plan procurement. Develop budget and forecasts, evaluate cost estimates as developed internally and by consultants.

4. Manage and monitor changes. Monitor and control risks. Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques Communicate budget/forecast/cash flow variances clearly and in a timely manner. Monitor and approve all budgeted project expenditures. Monitor forecasts and cash flow projections. Report actual cash flow and forecasted spend variances to management on a regular basis (monthly/bimonthly). Manage all project funds according to established accounting policies and procedures. Ensure that all financial records for the project are up to date. Prepare financial reports and supporting documentation as outlined in DLC Capital Project Management Manual and Capital Planning Process.

5. Perform closeout tasks as defined in DLC policy and procedures. Document lessons learned, Assemble and organize project documentation for later reference.

Additional Responsibilities:

1. Other duties as assigned.

2. Storm Duties

Education/Experience: Required: Bachelor's Degree. Demonstrated ability to organize and lead others, 5+ years in utility or other regulated environment with capital projects as a project manager responsible for scope, schedule, budget, quality and safety.

Skills/Abilities:

Must have a strong commitment to safety and be able to act in a leadership role in this area. Ability to perform job duties while adhering to the highest ethical standards. Ability to understand and work within NERC/FERC standards. Ability to follow stringent security rules, regulations and protocols. Strong computer skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to understand MS Project or Primavera P6. Ability to analyze and develop strategies to efficiently schedule projects. Must be comfortable with change and complexity in dynamic environments. Demonstrated ability to plan, direct, and manage the work of others. Strong interpersonal and communication skills. Ability to present in a professional manner and represent the company image. Strong contract administration and change control skills. Strong negotiating skills.

Scope:

Primary focus is on daily deliverables, outputs and reporting. Accountable for managing one's own time and work flow but may be leading projects or project steps. Work is typically complex in nature requiring the incumbent to draw on previous knowledge to perform role. Continues to build knowledge base but has a solid foundation to act independently the majority of the time. Still draws on experts and managers when needed but less frequently. Acts as a resource to less experienced staff on routine issues.

Decision Impact:

Problems and issues faced are complex. Draws on past experience on a regular basis to solve problems and take new perspectives on existing solutions. Accountable for direct level of reasoning and decision making.

Hybrid Work:

Position follows our hybrid work model, with a minimum of two days working in the office and the remaining days working remotely. Reporting location and frequency may be subject to change based on job role and department needs. Meets with internal and external clients regularly, sometimes involving overnight travel. Overtime is sometimes necessary.

Storm Roles:

All Non-Union Employees will serve in storm roles as appropriate to their role and skillset. Please be sure to discuss storm roles with the hiring manage for this position, as duties can vary across the Company. Examples of storm roles could include but aren't limited to duties such as: working with operations for service center support or with the communications, customer service, or government affairs teams to respond to public and customer requests for information, etc.

Data Governance:

Utilize data to make business decisions as appropriate for the position, support data stewardship activities, and partner with IT on underlying data needs.

Disclaimer:

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job

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