Lorna Coury
Executive Director Project Management Electric Distribution and Generation @Consumers Energy
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WORK HISTORY
Executive Director Project Management Electric Distribution and Generation @Consumers Energy
Jackson, MI, US
In this role, I oversee Electric and Facilities Enterprise construction projects for Consumers Energy, overseeing a wide range of projects from large wind and solar farms to electrical distribution and facilities construction. I manage and develop a team of over 50 employees and contractors using effective project management methodologies to ensure project success. I also ensure all projects were completed on time and within budget, while maintaining high standards of quality and safety. I collaborate closely with key stakeholders to identify project requirements, allocate resources effectively, and ensure that project goals are aligned with overall business objectives. I design and implement innovative solutions to overcome project challenges and obstacles, resulting in improve efficiency and cost savings.• Governed project standards for gas, electric and renewable energy projects, including wind and solar projects, ensuring high-quality results.• Established, defined, and structured best practices across the company for project management, enabling departments to improve scalability, scheduling, and cost and drive overall performance improvement.• Developed and launched a project management lifecycle process, along with a project management information system tool, to optimize project outcomes which resulted in 15% improvement for on-time project execution.• Mentored and coached younger project managers to develop their skills and enhance their performance.• Planned and managed a direct budget of $10M, overseeing projects ranging from $500M to $1B in total spend.• Implemented an Interfaith employee resource group, fostering a positive work culture, supports diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
EDUCATION
Michigan State University
MS, Mechanical Engineering
Michigan State University
BS, Mechanical Engineering
Delta College
Associates, Liberal Arts
IESE Business School
Executive MBA, Visteon Leadership Program
SKILLS
ABOUT LORNA COURY
As a visionary and results-driven leader with over 25 years of experience in the energy…
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