Provider of regulated electricity and natural gas delivery with major grid modernization investments.
Lead and oversee large utility capital projects, managing teams, budgets, and delivery.
9 days ago ago
Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Allentown, PA
Office Full-Time
Company Size
9,657 Employees
Service Specialisms
Construction services
Engineering
Project Management
Consulting
Technical Services
Design
Turnkey
General Contractor
Sector Specialisms
Electric Distribution
Electric Transmission
Gas Distribution
Gas Transmission
Regulated Generation
Power Generation
Wholesale Energy Sales
Retail Energy Supply
Role
Description
resource planning
budget management
risk mitigation
governance reviews
stakeholder communication
project execution
Assesses project management team resource loads, makes and manages appropriate individual assignments. Ensure coverage of all areas of expertise necessary to manage the project portfolio within the area of responsibility. Create and maintain staffing plan to support the current and future work demands and project deliverables. Allocates appropriate resources to ensure that projects, enhancements and support is/are completed within committed time, scope and budget.
Support the development and maintenance of Project Management support policies, standards and procedures necessary to produce the deliverables from the team and to work effectively with the other teams. Assumes a leadership role in educating the business and technical community on Project and Program management processes and areas of expertise.
Manages project budget. Determines appropriate revenue recognition, ensures timely and accurate invoicing, and monitors receivables for project. Accurately forecasts project cost to complete. Manages cash flows and final project cost, variances, and corrective actions.
Oversight of contractor invoices pertaining to projects/work orders in assigned portfolio, including the verification of compliance with established PPL invoice and accrual processes, and timely resolution of any identified discrepancies.
Proactively identify risk and mitigation plans, monitor project status, recognize negative trends and project variances, and establish corrective action.
Ensures project documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately.
Manages governance "gate" reviews and quality assurance procedures.
Manages day-to-day operational aspects of a project and scope
Maintains communication with upper management both within and across organizations to ensure smooth running of all projects undertaken by team. Advises leadership about the project portfolio, status, budget, and resource planning for delivering strategic business projects. Establish and nurture positive relationships with any applicable regulatory, municipal, or customer organizations.
Responsible to ensure project changes (scope, budget, and schedule) are managed through the project governance structure that has been implemented by PPL EU management.
Take ownership and delivery responsibility for special projects and company initiatives. Provide ongoing reconciliation between long-term goals and short-term actions. Initiates and implements new technologies, methodologies, process, and procedures that will support PPL's long and short-term goals.
Responsible for the development, execution and ongoing maintenance of the Project Management Plan for each assigned project. This includes safety, scope, schedule, cost, quality, communication, resource, issues, risks, change control and contractor management plans. Level of detail is driven by project size and complexity.
Complies with all policies and standards
Responsible for all project management activities for assigned portfolio throughout the project life cycle (planning, detailed design, construction, close out and turnover to operations) on assigned project portfolio.
Managing/facilitating team deliverables such as conceptual design, feasibility studies, constructibility walkdown, design package, contractor contracts, and other applicable project milestones.
Effectively applies PPL PM methodology and enforces project standards.
Develop and manage the project communication plan.
Requirements
project management
portfolio management
leadership
5+ years
bachelor's
supervisory
Has significant experience in Project/Program Management and ability to lead in the coaching and mentoring of team members to help them achieve individual expectations and deliverables. Provide leadership, direction and coaching on project specific tasks as well as individual professional development. Ability to see, account for, and coach others in the "big picture" as well as the details and to be able to tie initiatives to corporate goals. Ability to coach the team to initiate and present the right questions to gain insight into the business issues and needed resolutions. Demonstrates the ability to adapt to and lead, change, and coach others in the acceptance and support of change.
5+ years in positions with project management and/or construction management responsibilities.
Strong supervisory and/or leadership experience
Plans, directs, and ensures the successful management of assigned project portfolio utilizing the complete resources of the project management office and assigned project management teams. Experience managing project managers and a portfolio of projects that include portfolio budget ranging from $10M to $100M, project budget ranging from $10k to $20M, and complexity from low to extreme (degree of difficulty, level of risk, contracting strategy, stakeholder engagement) duration from several months to several years.
Bachelor's Degree
Project team identification and ongoing management.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Company
Overview
Founded in 1920
Year of Incorporation
The company was established in 1920 as Pennsylvania Power & Light, marking the beginning of its journey in the energy sector.
$14 billion invested
Infrastructure Investment
Over recent years, the company has invested over $14 billion to modernize its grid and strengthen infrastructure.
$7–8 billion annual revenue
Financial Performance
The company generates approximately $7–8 billion in annual revenue, reflecting its position as a large-cap utility provider.
50 J.D. Power awards
Customer Satisfaction Recognition
Its grid modernization efforts have earned national recognition, including over 50 J.D. Power awards for customer satisfaction.
Headquartered in Allentown, Pennsylvania, it operates across Pennsylvania, Kentucky, Virginia, and Rhode Island.
Structured into three regulated segments—Kentucky, Pennsylvania, and Rhode Island—it delivers both electricity and natural gas.
Over recent years, it has invested more than $14 billion (up to $20 billion by 2028) to modernize its grid and strengthen infrastructure.
Typical projects include transmission upgrades, smart-grid technology deployment, and large-scale infrastructure resilience enhancements.
Its grid modernization efforts have earned national recognition, including over 50 J.D. Power awards for customer satisfaction.
Notably, after spinning off non-regulated generation in 2015 and selling UK operations in 2021, it refocused on U.S. utilities and acquired Rhode Island Energy in 2022.
Culture + Values
Safety and Health: We do not compromise on safety and health.
Customer Focus: We deliver customer service that is second to none.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: We value each other and appreciate our differences.
Performance Excellence and Innovation: We get the job done right, and we are always improving.
Integrity and Openness: We do the right thing.
Corporate Citizenship: We are environmentally conscious and invested in the communities we serve.
Environment + Sustainability
Net-zero by 2050
Carbon Emissions Target
Aiming to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 through comprehensive sustainability strategies.
70% and 80% Reduction
CO2 and GHG Emissions Targets
Reduction targets for CO2 and other greenhouse gases, with 70% by 2035 and 80% by 2040 from 2010 levels.
$20B Investment
Infrastructure Modernization
Invested $20 billion over the last decade to modernize transmission and distribution infrastructure in Pennsylvania and Kentucky.
$2.4B Improvements
Infrastructure Completed 2023
Completed $2.4 billion in infrastructure improvements in 2023, on time and within budget.
Engaged in over 150 active R&D projects.
Generated $75 million in O&M savings in 2023 through technology and transformation initiatives.
Expanded use of smart grids, automation, data analytics, and AI.
Donated over $13.6 million to community improvement initiatives in 2023.
Achieved top-quartile reliability across utilities and best-in-nation generation reliability in Kentucky.
Discloses via CDP, EEI‑AGA and aligns with GRI, SASB and TCFD frameworks.
Inclusion & Diversity
Top 1 utility
ESG & workforce diversity ranking
Recognized as the top utility company by DiversityInc for its commitment to ESG and workforce diversity.
100% DEI score
Disability Equality Index
Received a perfect score on the Disability Equality Index (DEI) in 2019 and annually since 2018, earning recognition as a Best Place to Work for disability inclusion.
100+ students supported
Day-in-the-Life program
Hosts an annual program providing real-world work experience for college students on the autism spectrum and other disabilities.
Annual conference held
Diverse business partnerships
Organizes an annual supplier diversity conference focused on expanding opportunities for diverse business partnerships.
Company-wide DEI strategy focused on workforce development, inclusive culture, community support, customer engagement, and diverse supplier partnerships.
16 employee-led resource groups fostering professional development and cultural awareness.
Active REACH employee resource group addressing the needs and well-being of employees with disabilities.
Mentorship opportunities through Disability:IN’s NexGen Leaders program.