EMS Project Manager
Posted 2 weeks ago by 1751006551
Negotiable
Outside
Remote
USA
Summary: The EMS Project Manager will lead a significant Energy Management System refresh project in a utility environment, starting July 1st. This long-term role involves overseeing the entire project lifecycle and ensuring alignment among technical and operational stakeholders. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of EMS systems, SCADA, and other utility technologies. Success in this position requires strong project management skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead end-to-end project management for the EMS refresh initiative.
- Scope, plan, schedule, and drive execution to ensure timely and quality delivery.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (IT, OT, grid ops, vendors) to define and meet project goals.
- Manage integration points with SCADA, DMS, and other grid systems.
- Coordinate vendor activities, including system upgrades and interface testing.
- Proactively manage risks, issues, and changes throughout the project lifecycle.
- Ensure compliance with utility operational standards, regulatory policies, and cybersecurity (including NERC CIP).
- Maintain all project documentation and reporting.
- Facilitate workshops, status reviews, and user acceptance testing.
Key Skills:
- 5+ years of experience managing OT/IT or utility/energy projects.
- Must have strong working knowledge of EMS systems (preferably GE, Siemens, or OSI), SCADA, ADMS, and other utility operational platforms.
- Demonstrated experience managing complex, vendor-led system implementations.
- Understanding of NERC CIP standards and cybersecurity requirements in utility environments.
- PMP or similar project management certification is a plus.
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: undetermined
Country: USA
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: outside IR35
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Job Title: EMS Project Manager
Location: Remote
Duration: 2-3 years (with possible extension for ongoing needs)
Overview:
We are seeking an experienced EMS (Energy Management System) Project Manager to lead a major EMS refresh project starting July 1st. This is a long-term engagement supporting a utility environment. The PM will oversee the full project lifecycle, ensuring alignment across technical and operational stakeholders. Success in this role requires deep familiarity with EMS systems, SCADA, ADMS, and other utility technologies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead end-to-end project management for the EMS refresh initiative.
- Scope, plan, schedule, and drive execution to ensure timely and quality delivery.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (IT, OT, grid ops, vendors) to define and meet project goals.
- Manage integration points with SCADA, DMS, and other grid systems.
- Coordinate vendor activities, including system upgrades and interface testing.
- Proactively manage risks, issues, and changes throughout the project lifecycle.
- Ensure compliance with utility operational standards, regulatory policies, and cybersecurity (including NERC CIP).
- Maintain all project documentation and reporting.
- Facilitate workshops, status reviews, and user acceptance testing.
Required Skills & Experience:
- 5+ years of experience managing OT/IT or utility/energy projects.
- Must have strong working knowledge of EMS systems (preferably GE, Siemens, or OSI), SCADA, ADMS, and other utility operational platforms.
- Demonstrated experience managing complex, vendor-led system implementations.
- Understanding of NERC CIP standards and cybersecurity requirements in utility environments.
- PMP or similar project management certification is a plus.
Key Skills:
- EMS, SCADA, and ADMS systems knowledge (must-have)
- Project planning & execution
- Risk and issue management
- Cross-functional leadership
- Vendor and stakeholder coordination
- Excellent written and verbal communication