Senior IT Project Manager - Energy , Gas & Utility Industry

Job Title: Sr. Project Manager Location: Camden, NJ Type: 6+ Month Contract Rate: $Open /hr. Key Responsibilities: • Lead end-to-end implementation of Meter Data Management (MDM) systems across enterprise environments. • Manage complex integrations between MDM, AMI, CIS, billing systems, outage management systems (OMS), ERP, and other enterprise platforms. • Oversee coordination and governance of up to 10 vendor integration partners, ensuring alignment with project scope, timelines, and quality standards. • Develop comprehensive project plans including scope, schedule, budget, resource allocation, and risk mitigation strategies. • Drive system design workshops, requirements gathering, and architecture alignment sessions. • Ensure data validation, migration, and reconciliation processes meet accuracy and compliance standards. • Manage testing phases including SIT, UAT, performance testing, and go-live readiness. • Implement strong change management and stakeholder communication strategies. • Provide executive-level reporting on program progress, financials, risks, and KPIs. • Ensure compliance with regulatory and industry standards applicable to utilities and energy sectors. Requirements Required Qualifications: • 10+ years of Project Management experience in enterprise IT or utility environments. • Proven experience leading large-scale Meter Data Management (MDM) implementations. • Strong experience managing complex system integrations with multiple internal and external stakeholders. • Demonstrated success managing multiple vendor integrators (5–10+ vendors). • Experience working within utilities, energy, or smart grid programs. • Strong knowledge of AMI, CIS, billing systems, and data exchange frameworks. • Excellent financial forecasting, budgeting, and vendor contract management skills. Preferred Qualifications: • PMP or equivalent certification. • Experience with leading MDM platforms (e.g., Itron, Oracle Utilities MDM, Siemens EnergyIP, Landis+Gyr, etc.). • Knowledge of utility regulatory compliance standards. • Experience in smart grid or digital transformation initiatives.