Executive Director - EPC Project Management Consumers Energy : Michigan Category: Execu

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 is a hybrid (virtual/onsite) position with required onsite days on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday preferred assigned to the Parnall Office located in Jackson, MI. Other locations may be considered; however, the selected candidate will likely still be required to work onsite at the Parnall Office one to two days per week. The selected candidate must be within a commutable distance or willing to relocate (relocation package is available for those that qualify).

We are seeking a dynamic leader to oversee a multi-disciplinary team of project management professionals dedicated to delivering capital infrastructure projects for Consumers Energy's Gas Delivery business unit (managing nearly half of the business unit's $1+ billion capital spending annually). These projects span the full scope of our natural gas system - including transmission and distribution pipelines, metering and regulation facilities, compressor stations, and gas storage assets.

The ideal candidate will bring prior experience managing complex gas infrastructure projects, solid understanding of project management methodologies and demonstrate a strong ability to lead cross-functional teams in a fast‑paced, mission‑driven environment.

The Executive Director of Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) Project Management is responsible for developing and executing the strategic project management approach for the entire business unit. This role oversees the establishment and tracking of performance metrics and ensures the successful delivery of all projects within the portfolio. The Executive Director leads Directors and Senior Managers across project management disciplines, providing guidance and driving consistency in strategies and standards throughout the business unit.

The position holds accountability for project management processes, controls, quality assurance, construction management, and adherence to close‑out standards. Additionally, the Executive Director is charged with strategic oversight, critical decision‑making, and ensuring the successful execution of large‑scale projects. A key aspect of this role is fostering executive stakeholder trust and collaboration both across the enterprise and with external partners.

• Define, develop, and implement standardized project management processes, tools, templates, and methodologies for use throughout the organization.
• Ensure effective cross‑functional alignment and exert high‑level influence across the company by collaborating with other executives to achieve business unit objectives.
• Lead safety, quality, and project management excellence including controls, construction management, and project closeout to drive exceptional performance outcomes for major projects and overall business unit goals.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators for the project management function.
• Partner with senior leadership to set annual project portfolios, budgets, and timelines.
• Act as a subject‑matter expert in project management practices and principles.
• Oversee multiple strategic initiatives from initiation to completion, ensuring projects are delivered on schedule, within budget, and meet quality standards.
• Train, coach, and mentor senior managers in strategic breakthrough thinking and Lean maturity to prepare the next generation of leaders for the organization.

• Comprehensive knowledge of project management methodologies, including Agile and Waterfall.
• Proven ability to interface effectively at the executive level and manage both internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong business acumen.
• Results‑oriented leader who demonstrates clear accountability and ownership.
• Motivated to make a meaningful impact and adept at exercising…