Project Manager

Job Title: Utility Project Manager
Location: Seattle, WA (Remote)
Type: Contract
Compensation: $60.50 - $70.00 per hour on W2


Must be able to work in the US without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end delivery of the Electric Service Application Platform (ESAP), supporting electric service requests and DER interconnections
• Decompose large implementations into manageable phases and workstreams, managing each to successful completion
• Drive scope, schedule, budget, and resource plans, keeping project elements current and realistic
• Lead cutover planning, data migration, and operational transition processes
• Support or lead the RFP/procurement process to select platforms and system integrators, define contracts, and finalize statements of work
• Manage vendor relationships, hold vendors accountable for deliverables and timelines, and escalate issues as needed
• Serve as primary project representative across customer operations, IT, OT, cybersecurity, and executive leadership teams
• Develop and execute stakeholder engagement and communication strategies
• Identify, surface, and proactively manage project risks and issues, providing viable options
• Oversee requirements development, design reviews, and configuration decisions with business owners and system integrators
• Manage testing programs including unit, SIT, and UAT phases
• Ensure documentation, SOPs, and training are completed before go-live
• Enforce security and compliance standards aligned with SCL practices

• Bachelor’s degree with 5-7 years of experience as a Project Manager.  Additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
• 7+ years of project management experience delivering complex, customer-facing technology implementations
• Experience in the utility, energy, or infrastructure sector with understanding of operational processes
• PMP Certification or equivalent credential, or demonstrated equivalent experience
• Proven ability to manage multi-vendor environments and system integrators
• Experience managing implementations involving significant system integrations (WAM, GIS, CRM, customer billing, etc.)
• Strong stakeholder management skills across technical, operational, and executive audiences
• Ability to break down large projects into phased workstreams and manage them independently
• Direct experience with electric service requests, permitting, or interconnection workflows (preferred)
• Familiarity with platforms like Accela, PowerClerk, GridUnity, or similar tools (preferred)
• Experience with customer-facing utility applications such as portals or service request systems (preferred)

System One, and its subsidiaries including Joulé and Mountain Ltd., are leaders in delivering outsourced services and workforce solutions across North America. We help clients get work done more efficiently and economically, without compromising quality. System One not only serves as a valued partner for our clients, but we offer eligible employees health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, as well as participation in a 401(k) plan.

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, family care or medical leave status, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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