Project Planning Manager

Overview:

Leads project development from design through permitting, land use, rights-of-way, procurement, and regulatory approvals. Manages high-profile, economically driven projects with aggressive schedules, securing all necessary permits, approvals, and zoning authorizations.

Key Responsibilities:

Permitting and Compliance:

• Serve as primary liaison with local, state, and federal authorities.
• Obtain and manage building permits, licenses, and zoning approvals.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations (OSHA), environmental standards, and local requirements.
• Track inspections and approval conditions.

Project Planning and Scheduling:

• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and milestones for design, permitting, procurement, and construction.
• Collaborate with engineers, regulatory, environmental, ROW, and stakeholder teams to define scope and objectives.
• Apply risk management strategies to mitigate delays.
• Use project management tools (Procore, MS Project, Primavera P6) to monitor progress.

Coordination and Communication:

• Facilitate communication among stakeholders, internal teams, and external officials.
• Conduct progress meetings and manage project documentation, submittals, and reviews.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field with 5–6 years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Broad knowledge of project management, utility industry, regulatory processes, and stakeholder engagement.
• Strong leadership, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Manage technical and administrative personnel in a matrix environment.
• Coordinate external consultants, professionals, and attorneys.

Other Skills:

• Proficient in project management, spreadsheet, database, and word processing software.
• Ability to communicate effectively, interpret technical documents, and solve practical project problems.

Work Environment:

• Office-based, with occasional lifting up to 10 pounds.