Senior Project Manager

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a Senior Project Manager in Oakland, CA.

Overview:
Alpha is developing an advanced energy load management device to enable electrification. The Project Manager will assist the team in meeting its goals through 2026. This is a Senior Project Manager position that requires mastery of the journey level Project Manager job duties.

Under general direction, the candidate exercises judgment and discretion and is responsible for all aspects of the development and implementation of assigned projects and provides a single point of contact for those projects. Project duration is generally multi-year and requires significant risk management which may include formal partnering agreements with outside firms. Assignments will have high visibility, require extensive project management skills and often require specific discipline and areas of expertise.

Key Tasks:
* Perform the job duties of a journey level Project Manager
* Applies and adapts project management techniques
* Project may not be well defined or require creativity or new approaches
* Obtain commitment on detailed work plans including schedule, cost, resources, contingency and communication plans
* Obtain management approval as needed; Ensure project documentation is maintained
* Identify, analyze, and address project performance issues
* Manage the integration of vendor tasks and track and review vendor deliverables
* Communicate project status to all stakeholders
* Assess project risk and develop contingency plans
* Identify and communicate lessons learned and best practices
* Determines that project objectives are achievable
* Negotiates third party contracts, in support of other departments when appropriate
* Budget tracking and reporting
* Project reporting (PlanisWare)
* Budget reporting and compliance (EPIC PMO, etc.)
* Timelines, critical path

REQUIREMENTS:
* A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or its equivalent in education and experience
* Project Management Professional (PMP) certification and maintenance desired for new entrants
* 8 years of experience in project management, project controls, engineering and/or construction
* Utilities and Electric industry experience required
* Proficiency in project management, communication, Energy/Utility sector knowledge

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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