Strategic Business Solutions Inc Defunct
Project Manager - Power Marketing Platform Implementation
Strategic Business Solutions Inc Defunct, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Job Description
Our client seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead the implementation of its next-generation Power Marketing and Portfolio Optimization Platform. The Project Manager will manage scope, schedule, budget, risks, procurement, and vendor coordination to ensure project success. This role represents our client's interests, collaborating closely with internal stakeholders and contracted vendors to deliver a smooth implementation and transition to operations. The ideal candidate has experience with power marketing and risk management platforms, energy trading and portfolio optimization, and a proven record of managing complex IT/OT projects in the utility sector.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities
Lead the full Request for Proposal (RFP) process with Procurement, including solicitation, evaluation, award, and contract execution Manage planning and implementation from initiation through cutover and stabilization Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocations Direct and hold vendors accountable for delivering contracted scope, schedule, budget, and quality, ensuring performance is tracked and issues escalated/resolved Coordinate cross-functional teams including Power Marketing, Risk, IT, and vendors Ensure requirements, solution design, configuration, integration, and testing are completed, validated, and traceable to business needs Ensure training, transition, and documentation deliverables are produced and accepted as part of operational readiness Oversee System Integration Testing (SIT), User Acceptance Testing (UAT), cutover planning, and operational readiness Maintain risk, issue, and change control logs; drive mitigation strategies and governance reviews Ensure compliance with regulatory and audit standards Drive cutover execution and hypercare to ensure successful transition Provide clear, accurate, and timely reporting to stakeholders and leadership Qualifications Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field Over 10 years of project management experience, with substantial experience on power marketing, portfolio optimization, or Energy Trading and Risk Management (ETRM) platform implementations Proven track record managing multiple full-cycle technology implementations, including at least one full implementation of a power marketing, portfolio optimization, or ETRM platform, with procurement, vendor oversight, testing, and cutover Demonstrated leadership of RFP processes with Procurement, from solicitation through contract execution Ability to direct large cross-functional teams and hold vendors accountable for scope, schedule, budget, and quality Knowledge of utility power marketing operations and portfolio optimization practices, with ability to build domain fluency quickly Demonstrated expertise with project controls, scheduling, forecasting, and risk management practices; proficiency with Microsoft Project or equivalent tools Proven ability to communicate effectively with executives, prepare governance materials, and engage stakeholders at all levels On-site work as required in Seattle Preferred
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) certification Understanding of utility market operations, portfolio risk analytics, and integration with forecasting or historian systems
Benefits
Strategic Business Solutions is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We believe in fair hiring practices and a work environment that values respect, equity, and opportunity for all.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities
Lead the full Request for Proposal (RFP) process with Procurement, including solicitation, evaluation, award, and contract execution Manage planning and implementation from initiation through cutover and stabilization Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocations Direct and hold vendors accountable for delivering contracted scope, schedule, budget, and quality, ensuring performance is tracked and issues escalated/resolved Coordinate cross-functional teams including Power Marketing, Risk, IT, and vendors Ensure requirements, solution design, configuration, integration, and testing are completed, validated, and traceable to business needs Ensure training, transition, and documentation deliverables are produced and accepted as part of operational readiness Oversee System Integration Testing (SIT), User Acceptance Testing (UAT), cutover planning, and operational readiness Maintain risk, issue, and change control logs; drive mitigation strategies and governance reviews Ensure compliance with regulatory and audit standards Drive cutover execution and hypercare to ensure successful transition Provide clear, accurate, and timely reporting to stakeholders and leadership Qualifications Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field Over 10 years of project management experience, with substantial experience on power marketing, portfolio optimization, or Energy Trading and Risk Management (ETRM) platform implementations Proven track record managing multiple full-cycle technology implementations, including at least one full implementation of a power marketing, portfolio optimization, or ETRM platform, with procurement, vendor oversight, testing, and cutover Demonstrated leadership of RFP processes with Procurement, from solicitation through contract execution Ability to direct large cross-functional teams and hold vendors accountable for scope, schedule, budget, and quality Knowledge of utility power marketing operations and portfolio optimization practices, with ability to build domain fluency quickly Demonstrated expertise with project controls, scheduling, forecasting, and risk management practices; proficiency with Microsoft Project or equivalent tools Proven ability to communicate effectively with executives, prepare governance materials, and engage stakeholders at all levels On-site work as required in Seattle Preferred
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP) certification Understanding of utility market operations, portfolio risk analytics, and integration with forecasting or historian systems
Benefits
Strategic Business Solutions is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We believe in fair hiring practices and a work environment that values respect, equity, and opportunity for all.