Senior Project Manager - Gas Operations

Eversource will not offer immigration-related sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B, O-1, J-1, TN, E-3, etc.).  Applicants requiring visa sponsorship to start employment with Eversource will not be considered.

The Senior Project Manager, Gas Operations, leads high-risk, large-scale, and complex gas infrastructure projects across Connecticut and Massachusetts. This role operates in a multi-stakeholder environment and requires strong leadership, regulatory acumen, and cross-functional coordination. The Senior Project Manager will be responsible for ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within scope, and within budget, while maintaining compliance with all regulatory and company standards. This position involves direct engagement with internal leadership, external regulators, municipal officials, and community stakeholders.

Essential Functions: 

• Lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver gas capital construction projects from inception to completion.
• Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, budgets, schedules, and communication strategies.
• Coordinate regulatory approvals, permitting, and stakeholder engagement including municipalities and state agencies.
• Collaborate with the engineering & procurement departments to manage procurement activities, including the development and evaluation of bids for engineering, design, and construction services.
• Monitor and report on project performance, risks, and financial exposure; implement mitigation strategies.
• Ensure compliance with internal policy and external regulatory requirements.
• Present project updates and strategic recommendations to senior leadership and steering committees.
• Mentor junior project managers and contribute to continuous improvement of project management practices.
• Lead change management initiatives and organizational process development.
• Provide expert representation at municipal meetings and regulatory proceedings.
• Support emergency storm restoration efforts as needed.
• Travel across MA/CT as required.
• Participate in industry events and technical committees to expand professional network.
• Participate in community outreach events.
• Maintain project documentation and ensure timely close-out aligned with corporate goals.
• Ensure safety and quality control plans are implemented and maintained throughout project lifecycle.
• Participate in random drug testing as part of safety-sensitive designation.

Qualifications:

Technical Knowledge/Skill: 

• Deep understanding of project management principles and practices.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects concurrently.
• Experience in regulatory interface, providing expect testimony, and public engagement.
• Strategic thinking and decision-making capabilities.

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Finance, Business, or equivalent Engineering-related discipline preferred or equivalent experience.
• Master’s degree preferred.                          

Experience: 

• Eight (8) or more years of operational/managerial experience, including at least five (5) years experience in project/program management.          

Licenses & Certifications:  

• PMP, PgMP, PfMP, CAPM, PMO-CP or Project Management Masters Certificate preferred.
• Six-Sigma & Taproot certification preferred.

Working Conditions:

This position is categorized as safety-sensitive for the purpose of drug testing. Successful applicants shall be subject to a pre-assignment drug test if the individual is currently in a non-safety sensitive position. As an employee in this position the individual shall be subject to random drug testing.

• Must be available to work emergency restoration assignment as required.
• Must be available to travel between MA/CT/NH as necessary.
• Work is performed primarily in an office environment which involves sitting, standing, and general movement throughout the office area.

Mental Aspects:

• Must have excellent work management, prioritization skills, and the ability to communicate between multiple departments and companies. Must possess the ability to read and understand plans, schematics, and GIS systems.

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Competencies:

Build trusting relationships

Manage and develop people

Foster teamwork and cross-functional collaboration

Lead change

Communicate strategic vision

Create an engaged workforce

Focus on the customer

Take ownership & accountability

Compensation and Benefits:

Eversource offers a competitive total rewards program.Check out our careers site for an overview of our benefits programs. Salary is commensurate with your experience. This position is eligible for a potential incentive.The annual salary range for this position is:

$134,100.00-$149,000.00

Worker Type:

Regular

Number of Openings:

1

Emergency Response:

Responding to emergency situations to meet customers’ needs is part of every employee’s role. If employed, you will be given an Emergency Restoration assignment.  This means you may be called to assist during an emergency outside of your normal responsibilities, work hours and location. 

EEO Statement:

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

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