Project Manager

Job Title: Project ManagerJob Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Project Manager to manage a portfolio of projects associated with the loan application operations and compliance efforts with the US Department of Energy's Office of Energy Dominance Financing. The ideal candidate will support project management and portfolio management activities for transmission-related projects, ensuring that all activities related to loan applications, project eligibility reviews, and compliance are completed on schedule.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate various tasks and manage project timelines, diligently tracking progress to ensure timely completion of activities related to loan applications.

• Oversee workflow, working closely with project teams to monitor milestones and conduct follow-ups with team members.

• Ensure that all necessary documentation is prepared and submitted accurately while fostering communication and collaboration among team members and stakeholders.

• Implement best practices in project management to streamline operations, mitigate potential risks, and adapt to any challenges during the application process.

• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the transmission project portfolio progresses in alignment with DOE expectations and compliance requirements.

• Assist in the planning, execution, and monitoring of federal loan application and compliance tasks, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and timelines.

• Manage the compliance requirements for the assigned transmission project portfolio under the EDF loan, ensuring all documentation, approvals, and reporting align with DOE expectations.

• Collaborate with environmental SMEs to gather, organize, and maintain all necessary documentation for project submittal and approval into the loan.

• Develop and maintain project timelines, tracking milestones and deliverables to ensure timely submission for DOE eligibility review.

• Facilitate communication among project stakeholders, including internal teams and external partners, to ensure all parties are informed and engaged throughout the application process.

• Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies to address challenges that may arise during the application processes.

• Prepare regular updates and reports on project status, highlighting any issues or delays and proposing solutions to keep the project on track.

• Provide administrative and project support to the Submittal Manager, Compliance Manager, and EDF Contract Manager in preparing and submitting applications and compliance documents.

• Cultivate working relationships with the EDF lead team and communicate regularly on project matters to ensure loan compliance.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Project Management, Business Administration, Public Administration, Engineering, or a related field.

• Minimum of 3+ years of project management experience, preferably in electric utility transmission, grant writing, federal funding application development, or federal award compliance.

• Familiarity with federal loan application and compliance processes, as well as relevant regulations and compliance requirements.

• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

• Proficiency in project management software and tools.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.

• Leadership and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to learn new things and take action quickly.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Master's degree is a plus.

• PMP certification is desired.

• Familiarity with transmission-related functions, terminology, and workflows in an electric utility setting or related construction fields.

Work Environment

This position may require occasional travel for meetings and project-related activities. The Project Manager will work closely with various departments and external stakeholders to ensure the successful submission of federal loan applications. The role offers a remote working arrangement for candidates located in Washington, D.C. (city limits), Ohio, West Virginia, Kentucky, Indiana, Michigan, Texas, and Virginia.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Columbus, OH.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $40.50 - $48.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Columbus,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 20, 2026.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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