[Remote] Senior Project Manager (Remote)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Qualus is a leading power solutions firm specializing in power infrastructure transformation. They are seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead complex software and integration projects for utility customers, ensuring successful execution and delivery governance while coordinating with internal teams and vendors.ResponsibilitiesLead the successful execution of electrical utility technology projects related to ADMS, OMS, EMS and DERMS operational control systemsAct as a client interface, from initial assessment and qualification of project opportunities to handling correspondence, inquiries, and submittalsEnsure project success through detailed planning and compliance, which involves reviewing and briefing stakeholders on all project specifications, instructions, and contractual requirements, as well as organizing bidsOwn the project plan, schedule, budget, and milestonesEstablish and enforce project governanceCoordinate across IT, OT, cybersecurity, operations, and complianceManage dependencies across multiple programsEnsure alignment with internal and utility PMO standardsDrive project execution and resource coordination by maintaining and overseeing schedulesEnsure delivery team and customer align with project scopeTightly track and forecast operating budgetsManage not-to-exceed (NTE) and time-and-materials (T&M) contractsProvide accurate and timely resource demand forecasts and financial variance reportingManage change control and scope creepIdentify and manage project, technical, and operational risksMaintain risk and issue logs with mitigation plansManage cross-system and cross-program dependenciesOversee SIT, UAT, performance, and security testingTrack defects and readiness criteriaEnforce go-live readiness gatesManage a wide range of stakeholdersParticipate in regular Production/Client Meetings to ensure alignment and address ongoing project needsLead status meetings, steering committees, and executive updatesTranslate technical issues into business impactsManage expectations across competing prioritiesSkillsBachelor's degree in business, computer science or engineering from an accredited university5+ years of overall project management experience2+ years managing enterprise software implementation and system integration projects1+ years supporting projects in a regulated utility, energy, or critical infrastructure environmentDemonstrated experience managing multi-vendor, multi-workstream initiativesExperience working directly with electric utilities or similar asset-intensive organizationsExperience coordinating projects involving OMS, ADMS, SCADA, AMI or equivalent enterprise platformsProject Management Professional or equivalent project management certificationMastery of scope, schedule, cost, and risk managementStrong change control and dependency managementExperience with large, multi-year, multi-vendor programsAbility to accurately manage project budgetsCapable of accurately managing project schedules, resource allocations and project dependencies using Microsoft ProjectAbove average ability to perform advanced project financial analysis using Microsoft Excel and other internal toolsUnderstanding of electric utility operations (Transmission, Distribution, Generation, Customer Operations)Familiarity with IT/OT convergenceIn depth understanding of project delivery methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, Hybrid) as it relates to power control systemsAbility to manage/oversee complex integrations through coordination with technical delivery leads and customer architectsUnderstanding of APIs, message queues, batch interfacesExperience coordinating system integration, user acceptance and other key testing stage gatesLeads without direct authorityAbility to communicate effectively with internal teams and customersHigh accountability and ownership mindsetStrong conflict resolution and negotiation skillsDecisive but collaborativeResilient in bureaucratic environmentsAbility to build and sustain trusted, long-term relationships with utility stakeholdersActs as an accountable point of contact across delivery, governance, and issue resolutionDemonstrates a strong understanding of the utility's business drivers, constraints, and strategic prioritiesPositions self and organization as a solution provider, not just a delivery resourceProactively identifies additional needs, risks, or improvement opportunities during deliveryRecognizes and communicates new sales opportunitiesPartners with business development and sales teams to shape opportunitiesProvides delivery-informed input for proposals and statements of workBenefitsMedicalDentalVisionLife InsuranceShort and Long-Term Disability401(k) matchFlexible Spending AccountsEAPParental LeavePaid time offHolidaysCompany OverviewQualus is a leading pure-play power services firm and innovator at the forefront of the energy transition and transformation, with differentiated capabilities across grid modernization, resiliency, security, and sustainability. It was founded in undefined, and is headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, USA, with a workforce of 1001-5000 employees. Its website is https://qualuscorp.com/.Company H1B SponsorshipQualus has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships, with 4 in 2026, 7 in 2025, 13 in 2024, 8 in 2023. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role.