Integrated Project Manager Jobs in Crown Point, IN

***Position can be filled at Project Engineer levels 1, 2 and 3 depending on experience level***

Job Summary
Manage the project engineering and detailed design phase and manage engineering services during the project life cycle for designated projects within the Generation Electric Projects & Construction organization.
Apply engineering project management during the project life cycle including project initiation / conceptual engineering, engineering planning, detailed design and drawing submittal, constructability reviews, change control, product testing and acceptance, transition of the product or service to the internal customer and ensure optimum product performance.
Manage the development of the engineered product (product scope) and decomposition into a constructible project scope solution while achieving the integrated project objectives. Ensures the elaboration of product scope via best engineering practices and industry standards into specifications that translates into effective project scope definition, integration and organization (WBS), and associated validation and control. Manages and ensures product quality through engineering contractor / Architectural Engineer (AE) performance is maintained. Applies effective product risk management competence into the design packages and drawings.
Apply engineering and project management capability and competence utilizing engineering standards and best practice application to ensure optimum NIPSCO rate of return on its product investments
Integrate and manage both internal and external stakeholders, operations, AE's, Subject Matter Experts (SME's), etc. to ensure the highest project success rate. Effectively communicate and disseminate relevant engineering status, work performance information, and other pertinent project information to the project management team, project team, and impacted product stakeholders. Provide proactive environment for design optimization.
Selection and utilize optimum engineering tools and techniques; engineering planning, engineering performance, engineering monitoring and control, quality testing, inspection and measurement. Integrate the use of project management tools, techniques, and information management systems to the project and its contractors in order to advance the product, effectively communicate, report, and control engineering performance.
Essential Functions

• Promotes and assures safe working environment
• All of the qualifications for a Project Engineer II including
• Proficient in engineering/technical theories and principles
• Proficient use of basic practices of researching technical design issues
• Proficient in evaluating options and risks to make sound recommendations to senior management
• Proficient in dealing with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds
• Proficient in written and oral communication skills
• Formal understanding and analyzing of interrelationship between systems and component equipment
• Leads, facilitates and coordinates work activities of others within the work group, team, department, corporate entity, or those external to the company as required to perform all routine engineering work
• Promotes engineering professionalism and standards
• Functions as a team leader and key contributor
• Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision
• Coordinates the development of input necessary to establish projected cost of all projects
• Keeps abreast of new products, developments, technologies, procedures and equipment
• Consistently looks for opportunities and presents new ideas and approaches
• Demonstrated ability to train, mentor, and lead other project engineers as needed within the organization
• Utilize PMI and PMBOK standards to ensure project execution is aligned with the group's project management guidelines and processes
• Works closely with the Project Manager and project controls team to manage various aspects of the project's schedule and cost
• Manages the outside engineering firm to ensure scope, schedule, cost, and quality is maintained at all times
• Coordinate and review all relevant project documents and drawings with internal stakeholders
• Work with engineering firms to provide engineering solutions that effectively meet the project's goals and objectives, while still adhering to the financial goals of the Company and maintain projects within budgetary constraints
• Work a flexible schedule, including overtime, as needed to meet project goals and objectives
• Provide cost effective solutions and follow through to provide resolution as issues arise
• Develop and maintain applicable project Request for Information (RFI) logs

• Required Qualifications For Position
• Bachelor's Degree Graduate from a four year ABET accredited college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering OR Engineering Technology
• 10+ years Minimum of 10 years of engineering experience in a utility-based environment
• Knowledge of applicable computer applications, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Ability to deal with a variety of individuals from various backgrounds
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Function as an active team member and contributor
• Ability to plan safety into a comprehensive work scope and/or plan
• Ability to work in adverse conditions, such climbing to elevated platforms and in all weather conditions
• Proficient in coordinating, leading, and facilitating meetings effectively
• Ability to travel to support project goals and objectives
• Proficient in principles of project management
• Advanced knowledge of the processes associated with Fossil Power, Hydro Power, and/or Renewables
• Expressed desire or demonstrated ability to move into a management position
• DL NUMBER - Driver License, Valid and in State Upon Hire

• Preferred Additional Qualifications for Position
• Electrical Engineering or Electrical Engineering Technology four-year degree with experience with Electric Transmission and Distribution Systems
• Experience working at a generating station or major project group
• Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)-PMI Upon Hire

• Physical Demands
  The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position.

As a public utility, NiSource is required to provide continuous service to customers at all times. To ensure we fulfill that obligation, employees may be required to work outside their normal work hours and perform tasks outside of their normal responsibilities in support of emergency operations.

Work Authorization

Authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship.

Workplace Connection
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 the unique lived experiences within your Team/Customers and external work partners by valuing different world views, challenges, and cultures that represents 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.

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ADA Accommodations

If you need a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process or to perform the essential functions of the position, please contact OneHR at OneHR@nisource.comor 1-888-640-3320

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