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The RoleAspenTech, is a fast-paced, growing, high technology company, with a location in Medina, Minnesota. As a world leader in the Operations Technology (OT) field, AspenTech’s DGM develops and supplies state-of-the-art energy management, optimization, and control software solutions to energy utility companies worldwide.The Digital Grid Management (DGM) organization is looking for a Sr Principal Project Manager to join the Professional Services team. As a Sr Principal Project Manager, you will lead complex operational technology projects within the Utility Industry. The Sr Principal Project Manager will be responsible for project execution, project profitability and customer satisfaction of some of our largest and most complex customer projects. You will partner closely with customers as a trusted advisor, helping them navigate tradeoffs, reduce risk, and drive real business value. Your deep understanding of project management methodologies, utility infrastructure or technology, exceptional leadership skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams and regions will drive your success in this role.Your Impact
- Partner with customer leadership as a trusted advisor, shaping strategic decision-making and navigating tradeoffs across scope, schedule, cost, and risk.
- Lead end‑to‑end project planning and reporting, proactively managing risk and framing key decisions through the lens of impact and prioritization.
- Develop and/or oversee the development of project plans and schedules.
- Manage the contract change process as needed.
- Coordinate project implementation plans.
- Ensure that projects are properly tested, approved and documented.
- Set the strategy for projects based on the business unit's priorities.
- Lead and coach assigned project team members.
- Manage and determine budget, timelines, priorities, and resources for the project.
- Identify and mitigate risks across the project lifecycle through proactive planning and by implementing an effective escalation processes.
- Stay current on industry trends, standards, and emerging technologies relevant to utility operations.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and accountability.
- Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Business, Finance/Accounting, Electrical/Computer Engineering or related technical field.
- 15+ years of progressive experience in project, program or business management .
- Proven experience leading large-scale, complex projects and managing executive level customer relationships.
- Experience working in global professional services or product delivery/implementation teams required.
- Experience with PERT/CPM and Microsoft Project.
- International project management and understanding of international cultures and business transactions preferred.
- Electrical utility industry and/or automation/SCADA project experience preferred.
- Ability to travel up to 20%.
This role is a valuable part of our Digital Grid Management team at AspenTech. Learn more about the team here: Together We Build the Utility of the Future | Digital Grid Management | AspenTech
Work Location:
AspenTech has a global hybrid workplace for most of our roles. Employees are expected to work in the office 4 days per week and may work remotely 1 day per week, unless the employee has a reasonable accommodation or other approved exception to the hybrid workplace schedule. This role follows our 4-1 hybrid model and is based in Medina, Minnesota.
Work Authorization
AspenTech will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance/Accounting, Electrical/Computer Engineering or related field
- 15+ years of experience in project, program or business management
- Proven experience leading large-scale, complex projects
- Experience with PERT/CPM and Microsoft Project
- Experience in global professional services teams
- Electrical utility industry and/or automation/SCADA project experience
- Ability to travel up to 20%
Aspen Technology Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is described as strong, with comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans and high-quality carrier options. Several recent remarks characterize the health insurance as "great" or "amazing," with low copays noted in some cases.
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Parental & Family Support — Maternity and paternity leave receive consistently positive mentions and are characterized as well-reviewed. Company materials also highlight family-oriented benefits alongside core coverage.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — The package includes vacation/PTO, paid holidays, and sick leave, with multiple indications of generous paid time off. Dedicated volunteer hours and well-regarded leave policies reinforce breadth in time-away benefits.
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What We Do
AspenTech is a global leader in asset optimization software helping the world’s leading industrial companies run their operations more safely, efficiently and reliably – enabling innovation while reducing waste and impact on the environment. AspenTech software accelerates and maximizes value gained from digital transformation initiatives with a holistic approach to the asset lifecycle and supply chain. By introducing effective AI modeling to traditional principles of process engineering, AspenTech delivers a faster and more accurate analysis of efficiency and performance boundaries. The real-time data and actionable insights delivered by our software help customers push the boundaries of what’s possible.
