Project Manager

WinCorp Solutions is seeking a Project Manager to serve as a consultant for our Fortune 500 client, a utility company based in San Diego, CA. Our client is looking for someone URGENTLY, so come apply today!***MUST BE LOCAL TO San Diego, CA. Any candidate unable to work on-site will be rejected.JOB DESCRIPTION:ResponsibilitiesProject Managers within the Business Optimization group support and manage a variety of Capital and O&M projects primarily focused on process optimization, system enhancements, and continuous improvement initiatives.Serves as the single point of contact and is accountable for ensuring the overall success of their assigned projectsDirectly responsible for multiple projects at one time, leading various cross-functional teams to develop scope of work, business requirements, schedule, and resources, as well as proactively identifying and mitigating risks and issues to the project.Responsible for stakeholder communication, training, and implementation, change management, and ensuring key deliverables and milestones are met within the timeframes established.The position typically leads high-profile projects that directly impact safety, reliability, compliance, asset management, customer service, and accounting operations and interfaces with executives.Responsibilities Breakdown40% - Lead and manage all aspects of assigned projects through direct coordination with various departments, subject matter experts (SMEs), consultants, management, and other personnel25% - Drive accountability to ensure tasks and milestones are delivered on time20% - Ensure open communication with all project Team Members, Stakeholders, End-users, and Management10% - Utilize and support applications, software, and tools within the Business framework to ensure consistency in overall project management, reporting, and scheduling.5% - Other duties as assignedQualificationsRequires a Bachelor's Degree AND minimum of 7 years’ experience related to project management, engineering, operations, IT, construction, or other related utility experience.Candidate must have a solid understanding of project management principles with Project Management Professional (PMP) certification HIGHLY PREFERRED.Lean Six Sigma certification and/or working knowledge of various internal systems (GIS, SAP, Scheduling, Dispatching and Mobility Applications, etc.) desirable.Must be proficient in Microsoft Office and Power Suite applications.Additional AttributesMust be a self-starter, driven, and high performing with good attention to detail and excellent written and oral communication skills. Must demonstrate experience managing large projects, directing change, and leading diverse teams. Successful candidates must have the ability to present technical and non-technical information to a variety of audiences, effectively lead meetings, and demonstrate a high level of professionalism.Lead projects with less reliance on frequent oversight and/or guidance from leadershipProactiveness in day-to-day activitiesInitiate discussions related to deliverables rather than waiting for others to begin themProblem solving skills to address issues effectivelyAbility to work independently with minimal directionCommunicates effectively with stakeholdersCapable of navigating situations that involve ambiguity