Consumers Energy is Michigan's largest energy provider, providing natural gas and/or electricity to 6.8 million of the state's 10 million residents in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. Consumers Energy knows job number one is to keep the lights on for customers. We are committed to delivering reliable, clean, and affordable energy to our customers 24/7.
This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship, e.g., H-1B, TN, etc. Please do not apply if you will need immigration sponsorship for a work visa now or in the future, including sponsorship for H-1B, TN, etc., now or in the future. We are unable to hire individuals with CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT for this position as the position is not eligible for participation in the H-1B lottery program and is not eligible for current or future immigration sponsorship for a work visa.
Location: This is a hybrid (virtual/onsite) position with required onsite days on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday and can be assigned to any of the following lcoations: Grand Rapids, Muskegon or Ludington Service Centers. The selected candidate must be within a commutable distance or willing to relocate (relocation package is available for those that qualify).
General Summary of Job Responsibilities
The Project Coordinator is responsible for the planning and execution of new and existing project requests. The incumbent is responsible for ensuring the schedule, budget and details for project and ensuring tasks are well organized. Working knowledge of applicable project systems and programs. Effectively prioritize and organize small to large sized projects in response to the needs of the customer. This will primarily revolve around gathering customer work scopes and following the project from initiation through design, scheduling, and field construction phases driven by the customers required schedule.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Represent the department in cross-functional meetings
Assist with maintaining department standard work
Participate in department problem solving and waste elimination work
Prioritize workload to successfully complete projects and meet customer commitments
Serve as the primary contact with customers to coordinate assigned CMS Energy Utility projects
Determine project scope and evaluate design requirements and system impacts
Monitor and respond to inquiries from various business partners
Coordinate project work, including estimates of customer and system loads, generate tasks for other departments, provide cost estimates, identify required permits, and scheduling work orders
May be responsible for design, based on geographic location, workload and available design resources
Maintain a storm role and assist with emergent operations/storm restoration as needed
Other duties as assigned or may be necessary
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
Understanding of pertinent rules, laws, and regulations pertaining to the department function
Knowledge and understanding of Consumers Energy Electric Tariffs
Knowledge of SAP Notifications and Billing
Knowledge of typical contract and agreement terms and language
Ability to communicate effectively (verbally and non-verbally) with stakeholders both internal and external
Ability to interpret and understand blueprints, drawings, property descriptions and plans
Working knowledge of Microsoft products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)
Time management and ability to prioritize stakeholder requests
Knowledge of LEAN operating principles
Education & Experience
Associate Degree in Technical, scientific or business related field with 2 years of experience supporting project work (OR) High School diploma with 4 years of experience supporting project work
Why should you join our team?
At Consumers Energy, we offer more than just a place to work. We foster a culture that supports career development, growth, and stability, and we take pride in offering our co-workers excellent benefits and compensation packages. We are deliberately creating an inclusive culture that makes our diverse team of co-workers feel valued, supported, and empowered every day. We're a company made up of thousands of people, all with different stories to share and work to do, but we stand united in our company purpose: world class performance delivering hometown service.
What we offer:
Competitive compensation packages
Medical, Dental and Vision
401k with company match
Paid parental leave
Up to 13 paid Holidays
Paid time off
Educational Assistance Program
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:
We, at CMS Energy, value Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. It is part of our DNA. We treat our employees with respect, we treat each other fairly and we value the opinions of others. We are passionate about building and nurturing an environment where everyone feels included. We don't discriminate. We seek to learn about each other and better understand our unique differences. Our uniqueness makes us authentic. We create safe spaces where everyone can be who they truly are. We invite difficult conversations and uncomfortable topics. We value diverse perspectives; this is what makes us great together. We harbor an inclusive environment where employees feel empowered to share their backgrounds, experiences, and ideas. Our Employee Resource Groups, Women in Energy (WE), Minority Advisory Panel (MAP), Pride Alliance of Consumers Energy (PACE), GENERGY, capABLE, Interfaith and Veterans Advisory Panel (VAP) are key enablers to living the values of our company culture: Caring, Empowered, Deliberate, Agility, and Ownership.
All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and will receive consideration for... For full info follow application link.
All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.
