Construction Project Manager

Hiring for Multiple Positions within Columbus, Findlay & Lorain Area

Job Summary

Manages the entire project life cycle of construction projects in the Construction Services department and is specifically responsible for ensuring assigned projects are successfully completed safely, efficiently, on-time and within budget. Responsibilities include but not limited to; initiating and managing the project, establishing the constructible scope, executing and tracking the construction progress and being the primary point-of-contact for key stakeholders. Expectations include the Construction Project Management to lead each assigned project and meet all the specified requirements.

Essential Functions

Promotes relationships with external municipalities and local authorities

Employs project integration processes to effectively initiate, plan, execute, monitor and control, and effectively transient the project to the customer and ensure project objective accomplishment

Integrates competence in the product life cycle components to the definition and management of non-product objectives (safety, cost, schedule, human resource, etc.) Expands competence in integration management to align project resources for optimal productivity. Implements product to project scope configuration management. Applies expanding interpersonal skills to lead, manage, and direct the project management team and project stakeholders.

Employs quality management processes to effectively initiate, plan, execute, monitor and control and ensures customer satisfaction.

Employs risk management processes to effectively initiate, plan, execute, monitor and control and delivers project objectives

Employs procurement management proficiencies and processes to effectively transfer product and project risk (threats) and exploit, enhance, and share product opportunities to third parties at a fair and equitable price to establish and deliver objective value to both buyer and seller as a result of the project.

Employs cost management proficiencies to effectively estimate, budget, and control costs within project objective (success) parameters for the project

Employs schedule management proficiencies to effectively plan, schedule, and deliver the project within the designated project time objective (success) parameters for the project

Employs the NiSource risk management utility to the development and management of projects, human resources, and stakeholders

Applies and integrates proficiency in NiSource human resource processes and skills to optimize coordination of the project management team performance and ensures optimum coordination is achieved given existing human resource policies and procedures. Uses effective human resource tools and techniques to motivate and drive contractor performance

Effectively engages project stakeholders; employs effective strategies in dealing with negative stakeholders and integrate the project objectives with the composite of individual project stakeholder requirements and expectations.

Applies proficiency in effective communication management to manage and control project stakeholders

Applies proficiency in project governance and utilize effective communication and objective management to ensure that the project's safety and environmental objectives are realized.

The Project Manager will manage the project in accordance with industry best practices, the NiSource Organizational Process Assets, the Project Management Guidelines and Standards

Managing advanced assignments including but not limited to : Projects involving installation of plastic main and servicesRequalification projectsSteel pipeline workReg Stations (POD / GMB)Projects for BidComplex Projects (highest risk, largest scope and budget)Program Management

Entire – Program / Project Oversight

Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications For Position

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Construction, Project Management, or other related field plus 6 years technical experience, Or High School degree or equivalent plus or 9 years project / architectural-engineering / technical experience or Project Manager plus 2 years’ experience as a PM

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

LEAN Certification (Confirm : Bronze / Silver / Gold)

5 years’ experience working with pipeline construction contractors

5 years’ experience working with project budgets

Knowledge base in project management methodology, processes, tools, techniques, and software; increasing personal maturity in project management.

Expanded comprehension in project management guidelines, standard, processes, and job aids

Expanded proficiency in project management information systems (PMIS) utilization and integration; scheduling software, risk management software, cost management software, and performance metrics (and dashboards) and tool integration of project controls information

Applies an increasing proficiency in leadership, management, organizational theory, personal, interpersonal skills in a "situational leadership" application. Manages project stakeholders using cognitive ability, personal effectiveness, innovation, value based decision-making, integrated communication (soft and hard skills); conflict resolution, and team work

Capability to efficiently perform duties under stringent deadlines, schedules, and conditions.

Must be able to work a flexible work schedule.

Must be able to work in areas of high noise, dust, extreme temperatures.

Advanced knowledge of local, state, and federal operating codes

Advanced knowledge of policies, procedures, and standards pertaining to the design, construction, maintenance and repair of gas facilities, inclusive of environmental and safety policies and procedures

Demonstrated knowledge of capital budgets and working knowledge of O&M budgets

Valid Driver’s License

Position requires administrative and field-based duties.

Position will require travel.

Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position

Master’s degree in related field

Knowledge of gas system design and operations including gas flow, construction, contracts, and emergency response.

Knowledge of local, state, and federal operating codes and construction codes

Proficiency with personal computers, construction scheduling software, Microsoft Excel, Power Point Presentations, and other computer software related to pipeline construction project management

Working knowledge of operations support systems.

Project Specialist / Construction Inspection / Polyfusion experience

Work Authorization

Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

Inclusion & Diversity

Value inclusion within your day to day responsibilities by respecting others perspectives / convictions, engaging others opinions, creating a safe environment where people, ideas, and opinions are valued within your Team / Customers and external partners.

Respect and take into consideration diversity within your Team / Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represent all walks of life and all backgrounds.

Treat others with respect and consideration. Actively participate in creating and contributing to a positive work environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity

NiSource is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in each of its companies to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, disability, gender, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), genetic information, citizenship status, or any protected group status as defined by law. Each employee is expected to abide by this principle.

By applying, you may be considered for other job opportunities.

Safety Statement

Promote a safe work environment by actively participating in all aspects of our employee safety program. Report any unsafe conditions and take actions to prevent personal injuries. Support our interdependent safety culture by ensuring the safety of your co-workers. Stay focused on the task at hand and promote productivity through good work habits.

Salary Range :

79,800.00 - $165,300.00

Posting Start Date : 2025-01-31

Posting End Date (if applicable) :

2025-01-31

Please note that the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

At NiSource, you'll be part of the team serving nearly four million customers throughout the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic, who count on us to energize their homes and businesses. Whether speaking with customers by phone, analyzing financial data or installing new gas lines in a neighborhood, you’ll meet exciting challenges each day and make the most of your skills and talents. And you’ll be part of a company that was named by Forbes magazine as one of America’s Best Large Employers.

We're looking for talent from all backgrounds. We invite candidates of all abilities to come as they are and do what they love. Through our years of successful growth, we’ve stayed true to our roots by making a difference in the lives of millions of our customers. If you’re interested in joining an inclusive, innovative company that fosters opportunity for growth, NiSource might be the place for you.

Salary : $79,800 - $165,300