Program Manager II | Louisville, Kentucky, United States [About the Role]
Join our team as a Program Manager II, overseeing complex transmission and substation capital programs in a dynamic, hybrid work environment located in Louisville, KY. You'll play a pivotal role in managing multi-million dollar projects from planning through closeout, ensuring safety, regulatory compliance, and on-time delivery. Collaborate with experienced professionals and contractors while gaining exposure to executive leadership and opportunities for career advancement.

[Responsibilities]

- Lead end-to-end program and project execution: engineering, procurement, construction, outage coordination, commissioning, and closeout
- Manage scope, schedule, budget, forecasting, cash flow, earned value, and change control using advanced company systems (Primavera, Infor, CMX)
- Oversee contractor performance, including contract administration, invoicing, change orders, RFIs, submittals, and field activities
- Coordinate outages, construction sequencing, and project interdependencies across multiple stakeholders
- Drive procurement activities: RFP development, bid evaluation, negotiations, and contract awards
- Ensure strict compliance with health & safety, environmental, NERC/CIP, and regulatory requirements
- Identify, assess, and mitigate project and program risks through robust risk management practices
- Deliver executive-level reporting, program reviews, and governance support for TOM gates, audits, and regulatory reviews
- Maintain complete and auditable project documentation, support asset closeout, and facilitate lessons learned initiatives

[Required Skills and Experience]

- 2-5 years of program or project management experience within engineering, utilities, or construction industries
- Demonstrated success managing complex capital projects
- Proficiency in project management systems such as Primavera, Infor, or CMX
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
- Knowledge of regulatory and compliance standards (NERC, CIP, environmental, safety)
- Effective problem-solving and risk mitigation abilities

[Preferred Skills]

- Utility sector project management experience
- Familiarity with transmission and substation projects
- Advanced knowledge of contract administration and construction processes
- Previous exposure to executive-level reporting and governance processes

[Benefits]

- Hybrid work schedule (BOC, Tues-Thurs) for work-life balance
- Dynamic and collaborative team environment
- High-impact role with visibility to executive leadership
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
- Exposure to large-scale, mission-critical infrastructure projects

[How to Apply]
Ready to lead and deliver complex capital programs? Submit your resume and cover letter today to join our innovative team in Louisville, KY.

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